2004 was an incredible bookend to my soccer journey. The gold medal in Athens and our special farewell game in November was an unforgettable way for me to wrap up my career. The sport of soccer has been so good to me and I only hope that I have left it in a better place than when I started playing years ago.

As I enjoy the next stage of my life, with my family, I will continue to give back and have more time to dedicate to the causes which are near and dear to me. We are excited that the Foundation continues to promote opportunities for young women in sports and we remain committed to helping marrow and cord blood transplant patients and their families cope with the difficult challenges they face each day.

Without the support and kindness of our friends and partner organizations, we could not continue to raise awareness and much-needed funds. I am very grateful for your hard work in helping our hopes and dreams become a reality. Thanks for being a part of The Mia Hamm Foundation and we look forward to more exciting times ahead.