If you're looking to find a role model for females, this is the right place. We've covered Michelle Kwan, Ronda Rousey, and Serena Williams, but there's much more to famous female athletes. Read on to find out more about these four inspiring women. Find out what challenges they have faced. Learn about teamwork and the importance it has in your life.
Serena Williams
Serena Jameka Williams is an American professional tennis player. For 319 weeks, she held the number one spot in singles tennis. She also held that position for 186 consecutive weeks. In five of those years, she was the year-end number one. 1. This record is extraordinary. Williams won the Olympic gold medal in tennis and the World Paralympic medal silver. Williams is an exceptional role model, in addition to her many accomplishments.
Ronda Rousey
Ronda Rousey is an American mixed martial artist and UFC women's bantamweight champion. She was the first woman to join the UFC, and she won the inaugural Bantamweight Championship in 2012. She had previously competed in judo, where she won an Olympic bronze medal. Rousey received an ESPY award in 2015 for being the "Best Female Athleticist of All Time". She is also an endorsed athlete, having fought for Reebok, Buffalo Jeans, and Pantene hair care products.
Brandi Chastain
Brandichastain is most likely a familiar name to anyone who's been involved in women’s soccer. In the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final, she scored the game-winning penalty shootout goals for the USA against China. Her famous goal tore her shirt and changed the game of women's sports soccer forever. This famous athlete spoke to 2aDays about her mental health, the recruiting process, and life in general.
Michelle Kwan
In 1996, the United States figure skate team was founded. Kwan was qualified but had to withdraw from the team due to injury. Kwan was later able to qualify for the 2006 Olympics in Turin. However, she pulled out due to injury and didn't compete. Kwan was able to return to school in 2007 to complete a master's program at Tufts University. Kwan has been a spokesperson on behalf of sports and the natural environment.
Ann Meyers Drysdale
Former basketball player Ann Meyers Drysdale has become one of the most well-known women in sports history. She was born in San Diego at 5'9", and was a pioneer in the sport. Even though she retired from the game in 1993, her legacy is still being felt 35 years later. Today, she is a vice President of the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and a color analysis for the NBA’s Phoenix Suns.
Janet Evans
Janet Evans is the first American woman who won four individual Olympic golds medals. She was a top female freestyle swimmer, winning three gold medals in Seoul Olympic Games during the 1980s. She broke the 16-minute barrier in 1988's 1,500-meter freestyle. Her time would have earned them a medal in the 1968 Olympics men's race. She was a top amateur runner and won the Sullivan Award in 1989.