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Shannon Ann MacMillan (born October 7, 1974) is an American retired soccer player, coach, FIFA Women's World Cup champion, Olympic gold and silver medalist. Named U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year for 2002, MacMillan played for the United States women's national soccer team from 1994 to 2006 and was part of the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup-winning team (commonly known as the '99ers). She won gold with the team at the 1996 Summer Olympics and silver at the 2000 Summer Olympics. In 2007, MacMillan became an assistant coach for the UCLA Bruins women's soccer team. In 2016, she was inducted in the National Soccer Hall of Fame. She is also a part of the ownership group for Angel City FC of the National Women's Soccer League.

Quick facts about Shannon MacMillan

  • Full name: Shannon MacMillan
  • Born: 1974-10-07
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q451360

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Who is Shannon MacMillan?

Shannon Ann MacMillan (born October 7, 1974) is an American retired soccer player, coach, FIFA Women's World Cup champion, Olympic gold and silver medalist.

What nationality is Shannon MacMillan?

Shannon MacMillan is United States.

When was Shannon MacMillan born?

Shannon MacMillan was born on 1974-10-07.

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