Alex Hugo is a two-time USA Baseball Women's National Team alum, having played for Team USA in both 2018 and 2019. She helped lead the 2019 Women's National Team to a gold medal at the 2019 COPABE Women's Pan-American Championships. She earned MVP honors and was named the 2019 USA Baseball Sportswoman of the Year for her performance in the tournament. Additionally, Hugo currently holds the Women's National Team records for runs scored (20), RBIs (18) and home runs (4) in a single season.
USA Baseball: What is your most fond baseball memory?
Alex Hugo: I'd have to say, just because I haven't played baseball my whole life, that it was when we won gold in Mexico. It was an amazing experience and it was really awesome to see the team come together and just play free baseball, with no stress. It was really fun!
USAB: What are you doing at home right now to stay in shape?
AH: Well we've been going on a lot of walks, so we don't get too bored in the house. Also, I've been running every day and we tried some boxing workouts, so that's been fun for us!
USAB: Can you describe the relationship that the Women's National Team alums have?
AH: We all have a good connection! You're able to text anyone at any time and catch up. If we live close to each other, we set up training sessions and then go to dinner and all that, it's nice to be able to do that. Even if you're going other places for work or vacation you can usually find another teammate to visit.
USAB: What have the last couple of years representing your country with the Women's National Team meant to you?
AH: It's been a really amazing experience being able to play for something that's bigger than yourself. I'm a very patriotic person, with my brother and other family members having been in the military. It's an honor to be able to represent my country.
USAB: You've played sports at every level (youth, collegiate, pro) but what makes playing for Team USA different from anything else?
AH: It's just humbling to play for something bigger than you. Playing at a university, you play for the name on the front and I'm really big on that. Playing for my country is like that but on a different level, and you almost feel like when you get to play and travel you're representing how proud we are of our country.
USAB: What is your favorite baseball movie that you think everyone should watch while they're staying home?
AH: I really like A League Of Their Own - you can't be on the Women's National Team and not be a fan! It's funny and teaches some good lessons. I also like The Sandlot - I grew up watching that with me brother - but I'd have to go with A League Of Their Own!