As a child, Abby Wambach was loud and clear about what she wanted and what she didn't, and she didn't want to be left out of any competition - especially soccer. In this powerful biography, readers will dance and dart down fields with Abby as she slingshots - balls thwump... whiz... whoosh - straight into goals, sweating and scoring her way from school league leader to U.S. Women's National Team star. The story follows Abby through both success and setbacks because while even pro athletes miss goals, face losses, and can get injured, determined Abby has always been tougher than her toughest challenge. Readers will cheer on this talented fan favourite as she kicks the legendary U.S. Women's team toward Olympic fame, while also being reminded that there's just as much inspiration in Abby's struggles as in her victories.

Famous goal-getter Abby Wambach blazes her way from competitive girl to fearless leader of the legendary US Women's National Soccer Team in a career full of incredible victories and crushing losses.

About the Author
Kim Chaffee was in seventh grade when she first played soccer and quickly realized she was better at hand-eye coordinated sports than foot-eye ones. She's always admired the physical and mental toughness of those that play the game at all levels, especially Abby Wambach. Today, Kim carries her courage in her climbing shoes as she learns the new skill of rock climbing. Kim is the author of Her Fearless Run: Kathrine Switzer's Historic Boston Marathon and Nothing Wee About Me! (both Page Street Kids) and lives with her family in New Hampshire.


Book Information
ISBN 9781645676294
Author Kim Chaffee
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Page Street Kids
Publisher Page Street Publishing Co.
Weight(grams) 420g
Dimensions(mm) 223mm * 267mm * 11mm