This is the first official history of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, celebrating nearly four decades of the team's athletic excellence and cultural impact and featuring 250 full-color photographs! Pride of a Nation is a lavish tribute to one of the most beloved teams in sports, revisiting their historic four World Cup titles and four Olympic gold medals, as well as unforgettable players across the generations, such as Mia Hamm, Brandi Chastain, Abby Wambach, Megan Rapinoe, Carli Lloyd, Briana Scurry, Hope Solo, Alex Morgan, Sophia Smith, Rose Lavelle, Catarina Macario, Mallory Pugh, and more.
Drawing from full access to U.S. Soccer's photo and print archives, this beautifully illustrated tribute includes a foreword by Julie Foudy, two-time World Cup and Olympic Champion; one-of-a-kind action shots and behind-the scenes photos; original essays by award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker Gwendolyn Oxenham exploring the evolution of the women’s game and its world-changing impact on the culture at large; stats, records, illuminating trivia, and more. Honoring the fierce athleticism and unshakeable spirit of the charismatic pioneers who planted the U.S. women’s soccer flag in 1985, and those who have made the rest of the world salute it ever since, this incisive and entertaining book will be a keepsake for soccer lovers everywhere.
Recommended Age | 13 and up |
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Author | Gwendolyn Oxenham |
ISBN | 1984860844 |
Publication Date | Nov 22, 2022 |
Publisher | Ten Speed Press |
Language | English |