US Women's Team: Soccer Champions

The number one women's team in the world Learn all about the U.S. Women's National Team, the winner of the first ever Women's World Cup, which made soccer superstars of Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain. In the six FIFA Women's World Cups since 1991, the U.S. Team, founded in 1985, has won twice, placed second once, and placed third three times. Now led by head coach Jill Ellis, the team will feature current stars Alex Morgan, Amy Wambach, and Hope Solo in the 2015 World Cup. AGES: 7 and up AUTHOR: Illugi Jokulsson is a journalist, editor, and author based in Iceland SELLING POINTS: . World Soccer Legends series for young readers . Everything you need to know about most exciting clubs and the best players on the planet. REVIEWS: These books are a terrific soccer resource for kids! They combine the best of world soccer along with history, geography and a glimpse at what it's like growing up as a young soccer player in another country. Soccer is truly a global language and these books help American kids speak it fluently. What a great opportunity for young soccer players to learn about their heroes and the legendary clubs of the world. These books are engaging and fun! -- Lynn Berling-Manuel, Chief Marketing Officer, American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO). Colour illustrations