What injuries did Mia Hamm have?

Hamm, regarded as the best women’s player in the world, sprained her left ankle in a collision with Swedish goalkeeper Annelie Nilsson in the 81st minute Tuesday. Her team preserved a 2-1 victory that clinched a berth in the semifinals.

What happened Mia Hamm?

After winning two Olympic gold medals and winning two World Cup titles, Hamm retired from soccer after the 2004 Olympics, but her legacy lives on in soccer players all over the world, especially players on the current U.S. Women’s National Team. Not surprisingly, she is still involved in the soccer world.

Who is Mia Hamm’s husband?

Nomar Garciaparram. 2003
Christian Corrym. 1994–2002
Mia Hamm/Husband

How many points did Mia Hamm score in the 2001 WUSA season?

2001 WUSA Season: Hamm led all Freedom scorers with six goals and four assists for a team-leading 16 points Finished the 2001 season fifth in the WUSA in total shots (61) and fourth in shots on goal (35), and led her Washington teammates in both categories …

What is Mia Hamm famous for?

Mia Hamm, byname of Mariel Margaret Hamm, (born March 17, 1972, Selma, Alabama, U.S.), American football (soccer) player who became the first international star of the women’s game.

What high school did Mia Hamm go to?

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill1989–1993
Lake Braddock Secondary School
Mia Hamm/Education

Why did Mia Hamm retire?

After helping her team win gold at the 2004 Summer Olympics, Hamm retired to start a family.

What was Mia Hamm’s number?

9
With Hamm as the star, they enjoyed media attention unprecedented for a women’s sports team, especially during the 1999 World Cup held in the United States. Jerseys with her number 9 became a top seller, and her popularity, which continued into her retirement, rivaled that of the best-known male athletes.

How old is Nomar Garciaparra?

48 years (July 23, 1973)
Nomar Garciaparra/Age

What number did Mia Hamm wear on her jersey?

Jerseys with her number 9 became a top seller, and her popularity, which continued into her retirement, rivaled that of the best-known male athletes. Hamm also played professionally for the Washington Freedom of the short-lived Women’s United Soccer Association (2001–03).

Why is Mia Hamm a role model?

Mia Hamm has been a role model for girls since she established herself as one of the greatest female athletes of all time. Hamm held the record for most international goals scored by a soccer player — male or female — until 2013, when fellow American Abby Wambach broke her record.

How old is Alex Morgan?

32 years (July 2, 1989)
Alex Morgan/Age

The 32-year-old Morgan scored one goal in the Americans’ six games, and also converted a critical penalty kick in the shootout victory over The Netherlands in the quarterfinals.