“I am building a fire, and everyday I train, I add more fuel. At just the right moment, I light the match.”
Mia Hamm
“This is the last time I will get to play with this group of players. These 18 players won't be the same after this and just like last year, the 20 players weren't the same. Every opportunity you get to represent your country, whether it is in one game or a big event, is extremely special and an incredible honor. This tournament is no different. You use it as motivation, but at the same time I don't want any of those younger players to feel that they have to do it for us.”
“I was this shy, introverted kid and through the game and through athletics I was able to gain a lot more confidence and express myself on the field. It is about enjoying themselves and that's what I could tell about all of these girls. They played hard, respected the game and just had fun doing it.”
“It is more difficult to stay on top than to get there.”
““Many people say I’m the best women’s soccer player in the world. I don’t think so. And because of that, someday I just might be."”
“It is not sacrifice if you love what you're doing.”
“You can't just beat a team, you have to leave a lasting impression in their minds so they never want to see you again”
