Since representing Mexico at the 2011 Spirit International, Gaby Lopez has gone on to qualify for the U.S. Women's Open and commit to play golf for the University of Arkansas. We caught up with Gaby to talk about her recent accomplishments and get to know her a little bit better.

Gaby, you've had quite a year so far! Let's start with you qualifying for the U.S. Women's Open after winning the Sectional Qualifier at The Woodlands Country Club in May. How are you preparing for the Open?
I am preparing quite well! Focusing on practice and good physical and mental training.

You also committed to play golf for the University of Arkansas. What did you consider when when deciding on a college? What are you looking forward to the most about your future as a Razorback?
I consider many things: mainly that the University has a solid golf program and good facilities and level of academics.

When and where did you start playing golf and who influenced your game the most
I've been playing golf since I was 5-years-old. My coaches and my family are definitely the poeople who most influence my golf.

Describe your top golf experiences.
My best golf experiences have been competing in two LPGA tournaments, two Symetra Tour events, my victory at the Callaway Jr. World and other USGA tournaments.

You played for Team Mexico at the 2011 Spirit International. How was your tournament experience and what did you like most about The Spirit International?
Playing at the Spirit International was a unique experience where I learned to work as a team. Playing with the best players from many countries was really interesting.

Alejandra Llaneza was your partner at the Spirit International. What did you like most about playing together?
Ale is not only a good person, but also a great friend and an excellent player. Getting to compete together was something incredible.

Out on the course, how do you remain focused and keep your tempo?
To stay focused, I try to keep the same routine in every shot. We all know that we will make mistakes on the course. The key is to stay patient, calm and never get out of the present.

What kind of fitness regiment do you follow to stay conditioned and that particularly helps your golf game?
I work out with a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) program.

Your hometown is Mexico City...tell us your favorite:

Food or Place to eat: Maralunga Restaurant

Golf Course: Club de Golf Mexico

Thing to do: Hang out with my boyfriend and friends

Place to go: Cancun, it has wonderful beaches!

Sports Team: Real Madrid

If I could play any course in the world I'd play... Augusta National or St. Andrews.

My dream foursome includes...Tiger Woods, Bubba Watson and Yani Tseng

When I'm on the golf course I feel... that I really enjoy this game.

What I love most about the game of golf is... this game makes me a better person on the course and off it.

Any last words of wisdom?
Enjoy & love!