Snapshot

I think certain moments in history have been captured perfectly in pictures, and while I rediscovered a game from my childhood, it brought back one of my soccer heroes.

Brandi Chastain scored the winning goal at the World Cup in 1999. I can't help but feel happy when I see this picture. It was just one of those moments in women's athletics that inspired young girls. I don't even care that she ripped her shirt off. It adds to the moment. Shootouts are one of the most stressful things, and I can't even imagine the pressure of being at the world cup. All those years of hard work, and it essentially comes down to one shot that is 12 yards away from the goal. 

Even though I may not be playing in the brand new women's professional league or the national team, thank you Brandi Chastain for influencing my experience as a female soccer player.


The winning goal is at 12:00.