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>“The crowd cares,” says Hayter. “I didn’t ever really know if they would. But they’ve been so loud chanting my name. So maybe this is my time. It’s been emotional. I’m still getting to know people. They’re still getting to know me, too. Being accepted, it’s been so validating.”
>“There was pressure and anxiety on the day of the match,” says Hayter. “That was real. I didn’t tell anyone. I didn’t even tell my mom. An audible could be called. You never know.”
>“If I retired today, I wouldn’t have any qualms,” says Hayter. “Whatever I do from this point forward is a bonus for me. I’ve made it.”
