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Mia Hamm

Olympic Gold Medalist, World Champion and Soccer Legend

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Biography

After 17 years, two World Championships, two Olympic Gold Medals, and near unparalleled success as a marketing icon, Mia Hamm retired from professional soccer in 2004 as not only the best women’s soccer player in history but also as one of the most important and recognizable female figures in the history of sport. Hailed by ESPN as the greatest female athlete of the past 40 years, Mia was the youngest woman to ever appear in a match for the US Senior Squad at just 15 years old in 1987, and during her illustrious career playing for the national team shattered a litany of American records, most notably those for international goals (158) and assists (144). In the years since her dominant run on the global stage as a player, Mia has continued to serve as an inspiration to young girls looking to rise to the pinnacle of the sporting world. Indeed, she has maintained an active presence within the soccer community and has served as an outspoken advocate for Title IX and gender equality across sporting lines, all the while cementing her status as the face of not merely a sport but rather of an entire generation of female athletes through her Foundation. Mia is also a part owner of the MLS’ Los Angeles Football Club and the expansion franchise, Angel FC of the NWSL.

Speech Topics

  • Achieving Personal Excellence

  • How to Close the Wage Gap, On and Off the Field

  • Fielding a Gold Medal Team

  • Sports and Self-Esteem

  • Go For the Goal: A Champion’s Guide to Winning in Soccer and in Life

    In this inspiring presentation, Hamm relates the transformation of her upbringing as a tiny suburban sprite into a global phenomenon with a ball and provides a guide for anyone with a dream of pursuing it to the fullest and what it takes to become a champion.

  • Teamwork: There is No Me in Mia

    Having played with some of the best soccer players in history, not including herself, Mia Hamm knows the value of teamwork and how crucial it is to success on and off the field. In this motivating and exhilarating presentation, Hamm provides strategies and tips for maximizing your team’s value and getting the best out of each player, every day.

  • Perseverance: Winners Never Quit

    The world’s top goal scorer and three-time Olympian would not be where she is today had it not been for fierce dedication to her dream and commitment to her craft. However, it takes time, patience, combating frustration and “learning to lose gracefully” to achieve a true winner’s attitude even when events don’t go as desired. Learn from this world champion how to navigate difficult situations, face adversity and conquer it and ultimately fulfill your dreams and achieve success.

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