Mia Hamm

Mia Hamm, born on March 17, 1972, is a celebrated American former professional soccer player who has left an indelible mark on the sport. Renowned as a forward for the United States national team from 1987 to 2004, she is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and a two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion. Hamm's influence on women's soccer is profound, as she was the face of the Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA), the first professional women's soccer league in the United States, where she played for the Washington Freedom from 2001 to 2003.

During her illustrious career, Hamm competed in four FIFA Women's World Cups, including the inaugural tournament in 1991 in China, and led the U.S. team at three Olympic Games. Over these seven international tournaments, she played in forty-two matches and scored fourteen goals, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.

Hamm held the record for the most international goals scored until 2013 and remains third as of 2025. She ranks fourth in U.S. history for international caps with two hundred seventy-six appearances and holds the record for career assists with one hundred forty-four. Her accolades include being named FIFA World Player of the Year in 2001 and 2002, and she was recognized by Pelé as one of FIFA's 125 greatest living players.

Beyond her playing career, Hamm has made significant contributions to soccer as a co-owner of Los Angeles FC and Angel City FC, and served on the board of directors for A.S. Roma from 2014 to 2020. An author and global ambassador for FC Barcelona, she has also been featured in various films and documentaries, including HBO's 'Dare to Dream: The Story of the U.S. Women's Soccer Team.'