Sports Role Models for Kids
Overview
It’s important for kids who are playing sports to have great role models for them to look up to and help aspire them to reach their sports goals. Seeing people who work hard, overcome challenges while pursing their dreams, and use their influence and fame to make a positive impact can help to inspire kids to pursue their own goals and aspirations. So here is a list of 3 professional athletes that have achieved great things within their sports.
Alex Morgan - Professional American Soccer Player
Alex Morgan grew up playing a variety of sports but ultimately in high school and college she decided to focus on soccer. Morgan has played professionally on many different women's soccer teams. And helped to lead the U.S. Women’s National Team to win two World Cups, a gold medal during the 2012 Olympics, and a bronze medal during the 2020 Games. Aside from having an impressive career she also fought for U.S. women soccer players to get the same pay as men. Alex and 5 other of her teammates sued U.S. Soccer Federation because of the different treatment and pay they received in comparison to the men. This led to a filing that required women and men to have equal pay. Alex Morgan is a great role model because of her dedication and skill in regards to soccer but also because of her courage to advocate for women who play soccer.
Stephen Curry - Professional Basketball Player
Stephen Curry grew up with basketball all around him because his father was a former NBA player. He had an exceptional college career when he led his 10th seed college to become part of the Elite Eight. He went on to play professional basketball for the Golden State Warriors and helped to lead them to the championships multiple times. Along with playing professionally he also played on the U.S. Men’s National Basketball Team. Outside of playing basketball Curry has a great work ethic and always makes sure to recognize and thank all the people that have helped him to get to where he is. Curry is a great role model because he not only is a highly accomplished basketball player but he also showcases his strong work ethic and humility.
Serena Williams - American Tennis Player
Serena Williams grew up playing tennis with her older sister Venus Williams and was coached by her Dad, Richard Williams. Her family moved to Florida so that Serena and Venus could continue to grow their tennis skills at a tennis academy. Soon after that she became a professional tennis player. She won her first Grand Slam singles title in 1999, 4 years after becoming a professional tennis player. This was only the beginning of her career and she went on to win 22 more Grand Slam singles titles, for a total of 23 Grand Slams. Outside of being an incredible tennis player she also has used her platforms to help her community and Black women in America. She also has a strong work ethic and has overcome many adversities. Williams is an amazing role model because of her accomplishments and dedication towards tennis but also because of how she overcomes adversity and supports the Black community in America.
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