Mia Hamm

Arete

Mia Hamm 

Mia Hamm is a retired professional soccer player. She was the youngest player on the Women's U.S. National Team. In 1996, she, and her team, won a gold medal in the Olympics. She started when she was a young girl and credits her brother for pushing her to join. I think that technology had an impact in people across the U.S. watching her play and becoming a fan of hers. 

Reflection:

I think that this is an amazing example of arete. Mia came from a family who moved around a lot due to her father being an air pilot. She didn't have time to settle and make many friends. At the age of 15, she became the youngest player playing for the U.S. national team. At the age of 15, I was still in school doing nothing. Mia's story shows that at any age, you can become anything you want. She has won a Gold Medal at the Olympics TWICE. She is also a Champion in Women's World Cup. Mia is a very good role model for kids, teens, and adults around the world.