Mia Hamm

Date of Birth: March 17, 1972

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Mia Hamm, born Mariel Margaret Hamm on March 17, 1972, in Selma, Alabama, is an American retired professional soccer player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest female soccer players in history. She played as a forward for the United States women’s national soccer team from 1987 to 2004, earning 275 caps and scoring 158 goals, making her one of the all-time leading scorers in international history. Hamm’s soccer journey began at a young age, inspired by her older brother and the support of her military family, which moved frequently during her childhood. She played college soccer at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she helped the Tar Heels win four NCAA championships in five years. Her international career is highlighted by two FIFA Women’s World Cup titles in 1991 and 1999 and two Olympic gold medals in 1996 and 2004. Hamm’s skill, speed, and competitive spirit made her a beloved figure in women’s sports and an inspiration to countless young athletes. Off the field, Hamm has been involved in numerous charitable activities and co-founded the Women’s United Soccer Association (WUSA), the first professional women’s soccer league in the United States. She also authored several books and has been a vocal advocate for women’s sports.

5 Interesting Facts about Mia Hamm

1. Mia Hamm was the youngest player to ever join the U.S. national team at age 15.

2. She won the FIFA World Player of the Year award twice, in 2001 and 2002.

3. Hamm retired from professional soccer in 2004, but her legacy continues to influence the sport.

4. She co-founded the Mia Hamm Foundation, which is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for families in need of marrow or cord blood transplants.

5. Hamm was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2007.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mia Hamm

1. “Somewhere behind the athlete you’ve become and the hours of practice and the coaches who have pushed you is a little girl who fell in love with the game and never looked back… play for her.”

2. “I am building a fire, and every day I train, I add more fuel. At just the right moment, I light the match.”

3. “Take your victories, whatever they may be, cherish them, use them, but don’t settle for them.”

4. “True champions aren’t always the ones that win, but those with the most guts.”

5. “The backbone of success is… hard work, determination, good planning, and perseverance.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Mia Hamm’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Mia Hamm is married to former Major League Baseball player Nomar Garciaparra. Together, they have three children: twin daughters Grace Isabella and Ava Caroline, born in 2007, and a son named Garrett Anthony, born in 2012.