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I've played almost 22 years in the major leagues, and I've never sat on the bench.

I don't want to be a passenger sitting on the bench not doing much, even in my older years.

It's annoying to be on the bench - it's truly annoying - but it's a test you have to overcome, and that's how you progress. It's difficult because all you want is to be able to help the team, and when you're on the bench, you can't.

I seldom was ever off my seat on the bench during the game.

I'm 56 years old. I like to get out on the court. I continue to try to play the best I can. Obviously, I'm nowhere near where I was when half this age. But I can still hit a pretty decent ball.

All I've done is my job, and I intend to continue doing it. And I'm not especially worried about the criticism that comes from the bench.

My biggest benching was before the 2012 Olympics. It kind of came out of nowhere. I just kind of had one bad half, 45 minutes, and it pretty much cost me my starting spot.

All I can do is my best for the team, whether that's from the bench or if I start.

I don't want to coach too far into my 60s. By then, I'll be playing golf four or five times a week.

You can't afford to rest on your laurels at all, or you'll instantly be on the bench.