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The Olympic gold medal-winning soccer player details her path to success, from her childhood in California to her time on the United States' National team.
From star soccer player and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan comes the New York Times bestselling first book in an empowering, fun-filled middle grade series about believing in yourself and working as a team. Twelve-year-old Devin loves to play soccer. If she hadn’t just left Connecticut to move across the country, she would have been named seventh-grade captain on her school soccer team. But now that Devin is starting seventh grade in Kentville, California, all bets are off. After all, some of the best players on the US national team come from California. She’s sure to have stiff competition. Or so she thinks. When Devin shows up for tryouts, she discovers that the Kentville Kangaroos—otherwise known as the Kicks—are an absolute mess. Their coach couldn’t care less whether the girls win or lose. And Devin is easily one of the most talented players. The good news is, Devin quickly makes friends with funny, outgoing Jessi; shy but sweet Zoe; and klutzy Emma. Can Devin and her newfound friends pull together and save the team from itself?
Alex Morgan's speed and elite scoring ability has helped the US women's soccer team win Olympic gold and two Women's World Cup championships. This title gives fans the in-depth history of legendary soccer player Alex Morgan. The title features informative fast facts, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
Alex Morgan plays for the US National Team and for the Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). She is one of the top 10 goal scorers in US women's soccer history and won an Olympic gold medal in 2012. That same year, she was a US Soccer Athlete of the Year and a finalist for FIFA World Player of the Year. Off the field, Morgan connects with her fans through advocacy work. Learn how she trains, what her life is like outside of soccer, and more.
"First published in Iceland in 2014 by Seogur autgaafa"--Title page verso.
Title page incorrectly credits Shane Frederick as author.
When Alex Morgan was eight years old, she dreamed of becoming an Olympian. In 2012, that dream came true when she helped the United States Women's National Team (USWNT) win the soccer gold medal at the Olympic Games in London, England. In 2015, Alex and her USWNT teammates beat Japan in the championship match to win the World Cup. Alex is also an author, a model, and much more. Read all about Alex's life and her path to soccer stardom.
Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title discusses the life and impact of the s-hero and inspirational athlete Alex Morgan from her youth to her philnthropic efforts and guidance to young women the world over.
Alex Morgan got a late start to soccer. But her talent and dedication has seen her sprint to worldwide success! In this hi-lo text, reluctant readers will learn about the winning career of this top-scoring forward. Special features share some of Morgan's greatest achievements, a map of her professional teams, her favorite things, and more. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring Morgan's career to life!
Known as one of the best soccer players in the world, at age 14, she became known as ÒBaby HorseÓ for her amazing speed. Her talent helped her to score a lot of goals and receive many awards for her high school and college teams. As a professional soccer player, she has helped her teams win a World Cup and an Olympic gold medal. From super soccer star to author of a childrenÕs book series, Alex Morgan has a promising future ahead of her. RandyÕs Corner books introduce nonfiction to preschool and early elementary school students. most popular athletes. Starting her soccer career Alex Morgan has also become one of the worldÕs