Nastia Liukin — Gymnastics
Nastia Liukin, a prodigious talent in gymnastics, was seemingly destined for greatness, born to a pair of former Soviet champion gymnasts. Her journey towards destiny commenced at the tender age of three. Throughout her illustrious career, Liukin has carved a prominent name for herself, standing as the 2008 Olympic All-Around champion, a five-time Olympic medalist, a four-time all-around U.S. national champion, and the list continues.
Despite hanging up her leotards in 2012 at the age of 30, Liukin’s indelible impact on the sport remains. Yet, it is not just her athletic prowess that leaves an indelible impression; one glimpse of her stunning appearance in a velvet ensemble is enough to etch her name forever in memory.
Alex Morgan — Soccer
Soccer Fondly dubbed the “Baby Horse” by her contemporaries, Alex Morgan, a luminary in soccer, has left indelible footprints on the greens of the Orlando Pride, an elite constituent of the National Women’s Soccer League in the US. Despite venturing into the sport at the not-so-tender age of 14, Morgan has sculpted an awe-inspiring legacy for herself.
Her name is etched in soccer folklore, becoming the youngest and one of a handful of US players to notch up 20 goals in a single season. Her integral role was pivotal in clinching the US their wins at the esteemed 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Morgan and her husband heralded the joyous arrival of their first child on May 7th, 2020, adding another vibrant stroke to her already colorful canvas.