Born march 17, 1972 in Selma, AL.  She was the youngest woman (at the age 15) ever to play with U.S. National Team.  She played collegiately at the University of North Carolina and was a member of four consecutive NCAA championships. She was an All-American and ACC Player of the Year three times.  Completed her collegiate career as the ACC's all-time leading scorer in goals (103), assists (72) and points (278).  She was named U.S. Soccer's Female Athlete of the Year five consecutive years.  She won two Gold Medals in the Olympics as a member of the U.S. Soccer Team.  Lead the U.S. Team to the World Championship at FIFA Women's World Cup.  Currently holds the record as the world's all-time leading scorer (male or female) with 158 goals scored in international competition.