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Who is Mia Hamm?
A record breaking soccer player who played on the US Women’s National team
How old was Mia Hamm when she first started playing soccer?
How long did Mia Hamm hold the record for the most international goals scored?
14 years, from 1999-2013
Why was Mia at a disadvantage in soccer?
She was short and underweight.
How many kids does Mia Hamm have?
2 twin girls
Why did her family have to travel so often?
Her father was in the Air Force
What college did Mia Hamm play soccer for?
The University of North Carolina
Mia Hamm was the youngest player to win the world cup, how old was she?
19 years old
Who died during her career that took a toll on her?
Her brother, Garrett.
What is Mia Hamm real name?
Mariel Margaret Hamm-Garciaparra
What country did Mia Hamm watch her first soccer game in?
Italy
How many national championships did Mia Hamm win in college?
4
How many world cups has Mia Hamm won?
2
What disability was Mia Hamm born with?
Club Foot
What did Mia Hamm study in College?
She majored in Political Science
How many siblings does Mia Hamm have?
5 siblings
How old was Mia when she was asked to join the United States national soccer team?
15 years old
How many years in a row was Mia Hamm named "Female Athlete of The Year"?
5 years in a row
What was a challenge Mia Hamm faced as a young child?
She was often bullied because her family moved often, and she had short hair.
What jersey number did Mia Hamm wear?
#9
When was Mia Hamm born?
March 17, 1972
What other sport did Mia Hamm excel at as a child in school?
Football, she played on her school's boys football team.
How many Olympic Gold Medals has Mia Hamm won?
2
What was one physical challenge Mia faced during her career?
She had Surgery done on her knee
What position did Mia Hamm play?
Forward