Simmi Nandu Holder Mia Hamm Purpose Statement: To inform the audience about the worlds best soccer

player, Mia Hamm. I. Introduction A. "Celebrate what you've accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed, as said by the inspiring Mia Hamm. B. Through her determination, good sportsmanship, and genuine love of the game, she has inspired countless future players while bringing womens soccer to the forefront of American sports. C. Legacy before, during, and after retirement Body A. Childhood as a soccer protg 1. Italy 2. Wichita Falls, TX 3. Played on boys teams B. High School and College 1. Notre Dame High School 2. Trained with national squad 3. University of North Carolina 4. Awards C. National Team 1. Gold 1991 WC 2. Bronze 1995 WC 3. Gold 1996 Olympics 4. Gold 1999 WC 5. Silver 2000 Olympics 6. Bronze 2003 WC 7. Gold 2004 Olympics 8. 158 goals total D. Personal Life & Retirement 1. Retired December 8, 2004 2. Married Nomar Garciaparra 3. Twins Ava and Grace 4. Mia Hamm Foundation 5. U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame 2007 Conclusion 1. Changed game of soccer 2. Legacy before, during, and after retirement 3. After retiring, Mia leaves behind a legacy that includes 2 Olympic gold medals, 2 World Cup victories, and countless other records in international play. But most importantly, she leaves

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Bibliography http://www.miafoundation.org/ http://www.biography.com/articles/Mia-Hamm-16472547 On the Field with Mia Hamm By Matt Christopher