Mia Hamm

"Many people say I'm the best women's soccer player in the world. I don't think so. And because of that, someday I just might be."

"The backbone of success is...hard work, determination, good planning, and perserverence."

"Take your victories, whatever they may be, cherish them, use them, but don't settle for them."

"I hope all you young girls see yourself up there... we were just like you."

"Many people say I'm the best women's soccer player in the world. I don't think so. And because of that, someday I just might be."

"Success breeds success."

"It is not sacrifice if you love what you're doing."