Abby Wambach

by Jon M Fishman

Overview

Right out of college, Abby Wambach shot to fame in the United States soccer scene. In 2002, she was picked second in the Women's United Soccer Association draft by the Washington Freedom. She also became a leading scorer on the US Women's National Team. After winning the 2012 FIFA Women's World Player of the Year award and two Olympic gold medals, Abby is still going strong. She holds the world record for international goals. Follow Abby's story from her beginnings at University of Florida to becoming an international soccer superstar.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781541508231
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	12/28/2022
Series:	Amazing Athletes Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	4 MB
Age Range:	7 - 11 Years

About the Author

Jon M. Fishman is an editor, author, and sports fan. He lives in Wisconsin with his wife and three dogs.

Table of Contents

A Chance for Gold 4

Growing Up Sporty 9

Gator Girl 13

Going Pro 17

"So Proud" 23

Selected Career Highlights 29

Glossary 30

Further Reading & Websites 31

Index 32