On the Field with... Mia Hamm - (Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf) by Matt Christopher (Paperback)

About the Book

Mia Hamm is at the top of the list when it comes to soccer stars. When she helped the 1996 Olympic team win the gold medal, Hamm astounded the soccer world with her speed, aggressive play, and ability to read the field. Readers will devour every detail of this biography of the world's best women's soccer player.

Book Synopsis

Women's soccer has never been more popular. At the top of the sport's list of star players is Mia Hamm. Her speed, aggressive play, and ability to "read the field" have sparked every team she's ever played on. At the University of North Carolina, she helped the Tar Heels capture four NCAA championships. Her continually stellar performances with the United States national team led them to win two out of three Women's World Cups, first in 1991 and again in 1999. And as a member of the 1996 gold medal-winning Olympic team, she played an outstanding final game on a sprained ankle. The holder of the world record for most goals scored in a career, she is the hero of thousands of soccer fans worldwide. Readers will devour every detail of this insightful biography of the best women's soccer player in the world. Get an up-close look at this superstar athlete with Matt Christopher, the number one sports series for kids. For more information on the Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf, please turn to the last pages of this book.

About the Author

Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.