![]() ![]() ![]() Each chapter is dedicated to a label that Wambach either gave herself or one that was bestowed upon her by others: Failure, Addict, Rebel, Tomboy, Champion, Lesbian, Human and more. She wants to move forward with her life, her career and her ambitions. And that’s the message Wambach wanted, even desperately needed, to get across in her book.įorward as a whole is structured primarily as a play on words, as the title reflects not only Wambach’s position on the soccer field but also her position in life. She was also given the Icon Award earlier this year at the ESPYs.īut even icons are human. Soccer Athlete of the Year award, holds the world record for international goals for both female and male soccer players with 184 goals. ![]() Wambach, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA Women’s World Cup champion, and six-time winner of the U.S. Much to the surprise of her family, friends and fans, it’s a book that’s less about her soccer career and more about her personal struggles as a lesbian professional athlete who is battling addiction. The star athlete’s memoir is more than a book, it’s a window into her soul.Įarlier this month, Abby Wambach, 36, released her 230-page memoir, Forward. ![]()
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