Alex Morgan, forward for the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team and Olympic Gold Medalist here. Ask me anything!

epicaddict · 2013-10-21T20:00:36+00:00

How did you feel after this incident in the 2012 London games?

thought_adjuster · 2013-10-21T20:13:36+00:00

How bad is artificial turf to play on, does it affect your game drastically and how do you prepare for it?

wall0826 · 2013-10-21T20:04:27+00:00

Hey Alex,

Thanks for doing the AMA! This is my first time posting in one, but I don’t have a question.

I was waiting tables when you scored that last minute goal against Canada, and I had almost $60 of beer on my tray. As I’m sure you can guess my ensuing celebration resulted in beer and broken glass all over the floor. The people who weren’t watching the game (my manager included) just saw me standing there, arms raised, whooping like a mad man. My manager made me pay for the beer and that particular table’s meal, and the whole restaurant got to watch him suspend me for the rest of the week.

But it was totally worth it.

People saw that I didn’t care and they started asking me questions about the team and the sport. The three regulars that were there (fat, old white guys), and who didn’t do anything but talk NFL, started following both the men’s and women’s national teams, and would come in and talk soccer with me. Also, the suspension gave me time to study for exams.

The point of this story is that as an American I’m proud to have you representing my sport and country, and the success of the USWNT has helped spread interest in the game. Tell the team congrats on beating Australia yesterday. Thank you!

TL;DR – Proud to have you representing both soccer, and the USA. Keep doing what you’re doing.

FTG716 · 2013-10-21T20:10:04+00:00

Brek Shea's faux hawk or Tim Howard's Rick Ross beard?

Britttt13 · 2013-10-21T20:01:01+00:00

Do you still like to be called baby horse?

zeppex · 2013-10-21T19:55:58+00:00

What's the most interesting thing to happen behind the scenes at the Olympics that the public doesn't know about?

Sleaf14 · 2013-10-21T20:11:18+00:00

What celeb were you most surprised to meet or that recognized you?

sexfighter · 2013-10-21T19:55:46+00:00

I have a 9-year old daughter who is obsessed with soccer, plays 12 months a year, and very much looks up to you and the other USWNT members. My question is, what factor was the most instrumental in encouraging your love for the game at an early age?

InTheMorning_Nightss · 2013-10-21T19:54:41+00:00

Hey Alex! I was wondering what you majored in at Cal, and if you had to choose a career outside of the soccer field, what would you have pursued?

caseyjean13 · 2013-10-21T20:00:53+00:00

What is something you do before every game?

blimeyfool · 2013-10-21T19:58:20+00:00

Which country did you most enjoy visiting as a result of being a part of the USWNT?

Dartastic · 2013-10-21T20:04:59+00:00

Thorns TA season ticket holder here. I just wanted to come in and thank you and all the ladies on the team for all your hard work this year. I can't wait for the next season to start so we can defend our title! Keep up the great work!

...thanks for that excellent throw in as well. :p

bendylove · 2013-10-21T20:01:10+00:00

Can you beat LeBron 1-on-1?

raw5052 · 2013-10-21T19:55:56+00:00

Thanks for Posting.

1) What impact does playing behind a good crowd do for the team?

2) Whats your favorite EPL team (if you have one)?

I am a member of the American Outlaws and I know we love to watch you guys play where ever you go.

Go #USWNT

sdpads · 2013-10-21T20:06:55+00:00

Who is the funniest person on the USWNT?

1stancil2 · 2013-10-21T20:09:20+00:00

Where's your favorite place to eat in Portland?

LTshrink · 2013-10-21T19:53:22+00:00

Hey Alex, I'm a big fan of yours, thanks for doing this! I truly believe that your recent popularity has done a lot to make soccer more popular in the us, thanks for that! On a related note, you are obviously one of, if not the most recognizable and popular female athletes in the country. Does your popularity ever affect the chemistry on the teams you play for or your relationships with teammates? Thanks again!

LostInAnInfinityPool · 2013-10-21T19:54:22+00:00

Honestly, how many times did Abby start counting to the ref in that Canada game?

BrandonIam · 2013-10-21T20:04:29+00:00

As a teenager currently playing on a highly competitive club team, I'm wondering, what did you do in your U14-U17 years that developed your skills enough to make the national team? You started playing club much later than most players, yet you progressed much farther than any of your teammates. Why is that?

krizriktr · 2013-10-21T20:06:02+00:00

What cleats / boots do you use? Any favorites?

wosothrowaway · 2013-10-21T20:00:38+00:00

Hi Alex!

Firstly, as a big follower and fan of women's soccer, thank you for doing an AMA! My main question involves the NCAA system, and the reliance American women's soccer seems to have on it. Fans tend to be of two minds - that the NCAA system is bad and that promising players would benefit more from being in a professional environment where technical skills are fostered, or that it's good for providing American players with a baseline level of skill that helps them excel in professional environments in the future (for club or country). Do you think your time spent playing NCAA soccer has benefited you the same way professional play does for promising young players in foreign systems (notably Germany), or have you ever felt hindered by it? Which would you advocate for younger players trying to decide between professional play abroad and NCAA soccer?

And a pair of more gratuitous fan questions:

On any level - youth, college, club, country - which fellow player has had the most impact on your play and mindset on the field?
I've noticed women players tend to get asked more about male players when it comes to questions like these, so - what would your all time women's international XI be? Any formation.

Thank you again for taking the time to answer questions today, good luck with the rest of this friendly series!

ChopChop14 · 2013-10-21T20:04:28+00:00

How much have you learned from playing beside Abby Wambach, and do you believe you can catch her in goals by the end of your career?

amgine19 · 2013-10-21T19:58:34+00:00

I'm gonna come in with the hard question... N*Sync or BSB?

RedRavens · 2013-10-21T19:55:16+00:00

Thanks so much for doing this!

How do you react to the constant creepiness from fans (e.g. ur so hawt, marry me, etc)?
Is it even possible to put into words the feeling of scoring a goal in stoppage time of extra time to win the Olympic final?
What was it like to play at Old Trafford?
Who is the coolest person you've met?
Has sports medicine changed a lot since you started playing?
Favorite male soccer player?
How do you prepare for a game? Do you have a whole morning routine?

meshautesidees · 2013-10-21T19:55:48+00:00

Do you worry about the US losing steam in the international game to the up and coming technical teams, like Japan? Who do you think has the best technique on the USWNT?

Justanotherguy89 · 2013-10-21T19:57:04+00:00

Hey Alex, as an athlete I'm sure you're somewhat superstitious. So what's you're pre-game routine that you always perform? Do you have a favorite pre-game meal?

Thanks for the AMA!

FadiEssak · 2013-10-21T20:05:35+00:00

What was the hardest part of coming back from your ACL injury? The one from college.

ScrappaDappa · 2013-10-21T20:06:42+00:00

Is Sydney leroux as funny as she seems?

pinoypain · 2013-10-21T20:07:03+00:00

Who's your All-Portland XI, using both Thorns and Timbers? Also will you be gracing the TA at all for any of the playoff games??

ZeRedBaguette · 2013-10-21T20:08:43+00:00

What is/was your favorite USWNT jersey? Favorite you've worn? Favorite you've ever seen? Thanks!

Go USWNT!

baaconnn · 2013-10-21T20:11:32+00:00

I had season tickets to the Thorns game this last season! What was your favorite thing about Portland? Will you be back on the Thorns next season?

SwaggyMcSwagsabunch · 2013-10-21T20:05:57+00:00

how many beach cruisers do you own?

rasenman11 · 2013-10-21T19:58:21+00:00

Hi Alex!

Conan was the graduation speaker at my college when I graduated in 2011. 25 minutes later with front row seat access, I became hooked to his material. How was recording the Just Dance 4 video game review with him? Any funny moments off-screen?

Also, what men’s soccer teams (domestic or abroad) do you support, if any?

thrace_ · 2013-10-21T20:03:33+00:00

Has Tom Sermanni discussed the possibility of playing a 4-3-3 with you, Christen Press, and Sydney Leroux up top? Do you think that could be a winning formation/set of forwards?

wosomanfan · 2013-10-21T19:58:19+00:00

Do you feel players like Press and Klingenberg are at a disadvantage in the fight for playing time due to not playing in the NWSL?

What does it feel like to have such an age disparity between some of the players in camp (like Rampone and Dunn)?

Which non-US defender do you feel does the best job against you?

How has it been different playing under Sermanni compared to Sundhage?

What is the best experience you've had off the pitch as a result of being on the USWNT?

Yonkey · 2013-10-21T20:05:15+00:00

What do you think of Clint Dempsey's decision to come back and play in the states?

JaseTheAce · 2013-10-21T19:54:06+00:00

Who’s the toughest defender you’ve come up against, and why?

mrhuckaba · 2013-10-21T19:53:16+00:00

Why do you think the USMNT is generally less dominant than the USWNT in international play?

nativemotion · 2013-10-21T20:06:29+00:00

First off, congrats on all the recent success!

Who are you rooting for / who do you think will win the UEFA Champion's League?

Looking forward to 2015 to watch you guys win the World Cup!

mr_moptastic · 2013-10-21T20:07:03+00:00

Hi Alex, thanks for doing this AMA. If you could be on one television show, what would it be and why?

dandylandy · 2013-10-21T20:07:05+00:00

Hey Alex! Which current player, men's or women's, would you most like to play on a team with?

I'd also like to personally thank you for that goal in the USA-Canada game. That whole game was a 90 minute heart attack.

_MarioBalotelli · 2013-10-21T20:07:22+00:00

Hi Alex! The question I have is what is the other side of the coin, the side that people do not see about playing professionally, like?

aidanarango · 2013-10-21T20:07:48+00:00

if the NWSL expanded to having a team in LA or Anaheim would you consider moving back home and playing here?

AO_Craig14 · 2013-10-21T20:07:54+00:00

Big fan here. How do you deal with being a "celebrity" as well as being a world class athlete. DO you ever wish all the focus would be on your ability on the pitch and not your life off of it?

ChrisCastig · 2013-10-21T20:07:59+00:00

Alex, thank you for doing this. Hopefully there will be a lot of soccer questions.

As a huge US Men's and Women's fan the semi-final game against Canada was one of the best moments in my time of being a fan. What was going through your mind during that game after you guys had tied it?

Also, at what point in your life did you realize that playing soccer is what you would be doing for the rest of your life?

Throwaway21895 · 2013-10-21T20:08:35+00:00

Who did you become closest with during the Olympics outside of your teammates?

chitownredditor · 2013-10-21T20:08:37+00:00

Hey Alex, I was wondering how your life has changed since your amazing run at the World Cup a few years ago?

rebel_wo_a_clause · 2013-10-21T20:08:51+00:00

Hey Alex!

I was wondering how Women's soccer in the US views playing overseas. I know in the Men's leagues the US is behind (but still up and coming), so it is definitely seen as a step up to play overseas. This is also important when it comes to call-ups for international duty.

Do women in soccer look at it the same way? Wondering your opinion and whether you think European leagues would be able to handle you. ;)

med_22 · 2013-10-21T20:08:52+00:00

Great win yesterday, congrats! Love your work on and off the field, what inspired you to team up with programs like Girl Rising?

Matt_KB · 2013-10-21T20:34:17+00:00

If you discovered a new species of dinosaur what would you call it?

schwoogiejoe24 · 2013-10-21T20:39:39+00:00

Hey Alex, I've got two tickets to Poundtown. Want to go?

cjs6 · 2013-10-21T20:42:46+00:00

Hey Alex huge fan, got a couple of questions

How do you feel about being called the best female soccer player in the world and being compared to Mia Hamm?

-As a Barça fan i have to ask, Do you still follow FC Barcelona? How's the Camp Nou? I dream of one day being able to attend a game there.

Thanks for doing this Ama! Wish you the best of luck in the next Womens World Cup.

notsoclever13 · 2013-10-21T20:44:03+00:00

Hey Alex, thanks for doing an AMA! I'm a big fan and this is awesome! I was just wondering what kind of daily routine you have to stay in shape

iamnotamarxist · 2013-10-21T20:47:59+00:00

Hey Alex, I'm a huge fan. I actually met a girl last summer who aid she played with you on the national team. She played at CFU, I forget her name but her dad played for the Red Sox if that rings a bell.

I had a question about playing professionally. Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan each had stint playing in the EPL. Do you have any desire to play for a women's club team in England?

Best of luck with everything, stay beautiful.

AO_Craig14 · 2013-10-21T20:51:44+00:00

How do you feel about Ben Affleck as the new Batman?

mcreeves · 2013-10-21T20:52:34+00:00

You have to be one of the most beautiful women on the planet. I'm Canadian, and I have a hard time holding hard feelings with a face like that. Seriously, damn.

cyhawk31 · 2013-10-21T20:52:48+00:00

Do you consider yourself a sex symbol?

Austin_hohlt · 2013-10-21T20:57:03+00:00

Do you have any pre-game rituals that you do before every game? And is there any special reason you picked #13 for your jersey number?

AO_Craig14 · 2013-10-21T20:57:06+00:00

What else will you be doing with the Sports Injury Prevention Program for youths?

MattAdams53 · 2013-10-21T20:06:04+00:00

What is on your Ipod?

dirkman42 · 2013-10-21T19:58:39+00:00

Hey Alex! Huge fan of you and the Thorns. How are you enjoying playing for the Thorns right now? Do you stay in Portland during the Off-season or do you move around?

Congratulations on winning the league this year, and I hope you guys win the championship again next year,

SpeedyTailor · 2013-10-21T20:23:28+00:00

How long do you see yourself playing soccer? And what are your plans afterwards?

Sorry for being a wet blanket!

LikeAgaveF · 2013-10-21T19:54:59+00:00

Hey Alex, thanks for doing this IAmA. GO BEARS!

Nutrition is a huge part of being a successful and healthy athlete, and since you are by far one of the most wildly successful and talented players USWNT has ever seen, how do you do it? What is a typical day for you like, in terms of meals, snacks, etc.?

Along the same lines, at Cal, what was your favorite restaurant?

Finally, good luck with your continued recovery! GOAL ON YOU BEARS!

Ryder10 · 2013-10-21T20:03:46+00:00

Do you think Jimmy Graham is gonna play week 8? They says it's a minor sprain but I'm a little hesitant to put him in next week. Also you're amazing and I love you.

Camfel10 · 2013-10-21T20:04:19+00:00

Whats your most memorable moment since you joined the USWNT?

Knipp22 · 2013-10-21T20:11:38+00:00

Hey Alex thanks for doing this AMA! -Now you are a part of the Portland Thorns FC and the NWSL, do you think that womens club soccer is on the rise? and are you doing anything personally to help promote womens soccer in the USA?

Excuse_my_johnson · 2013-10-21T19:54:17+00:00

Hey Alex! How do you like it here in Portland? (It's awesome to have you here!) Are you looking forward to defending the title this year with the Thorns? How is it different playing for the Thorns than for the national team?

LiveFreeFratHard · 2013-10-21T20:44:20+00:00

Do you still own this dress??

tastierrobbo · 2013-10-21T19:58:04+00:00

Alex! My daughter is 8 years old and loves the sport (it helps that her Dad is a big USMNT/USWNT fan of course!), but she is starting to struggle in the coed game because the boys are simply becoming bigger/faster/stronger more quickly. What advice do you have for young girls - is playing against boys the best way or did you find playing in girls-only leagues a better way to advance your skills?

whosethere · 2013-10-21T19:53:59+00:00

Who are your role models?

kmzacks · 2013-10-21T19:57:07+00:00

This one's from my daughter, a huge fan of yours who plays club soccer on a U-10 team. I've re-worded it a bit :): Organizations have recently started publishing national rankings of youth soccer teams down to the U-9 age group. To what extent do you feel these rankings provide a useful measuring stick of how youth teams are developing and succeeding?

kpo117 · 2013-10-21T19:52:57+00:00

First off I am a huge fan and thank you for taking the time to do this AMA. What is the most memorable game of your soccer career?

speegoat · 2013-10-21T20:46:09+00:00

I saw Alex Morgan at a grocery store in Los Angeles yesterday. I told her how cool it was to meet her in person, but I didn’t want to be a douche and bother her and ask her for photos or anything. She said, “Oh, like you’re doing now?” I was taken aback, and all I could say was “Huh?” but she kept cutting me off and going “huh? huh? huh?” and closing her hand shut in front of my face. I walked away and continued with my shopping, and I heard her chuckle as I walked off. When I came to pay for my stuff up front I saw Alex Morgan trying to walk out the doors with like fifteen Milky Ways in her hands without paying. The girl at the counter was very nice about it and professional, and was like “Ma'am, you need to pay for those first.” At first she kept pretending to be tired and not hear her, but eventually turned back around and brought them to the counter.

When she took one of the bars and started scanning it multiple times, Alex stopped her and told her to scan them each individually “to prevent any electrical infetterence,” and then turned around and winked at me. I don’t even think that’s a word. After she scanned each bar and put them in a bag and started to say the price, Alex kept interrupting her by yawning really loudly.

logicatch · 2013-10-21T19:54:54+00:00

Hi Alex, I grew up in Diamond Bar and I just wanted to say that the city is extremely proud of your accomplishments. It's awesome to hear Diamond Bar mentioned whenever you're on TV or in an article...you're right up there with Snoop Dogg as our biggest celebrity! Do you get a chance to come back to Diamond Bar given your busy playing schedule? Do you get recognized if you go around town or do people not really notice?

Tomathias · 2013-10-21T19:59:16+00:00

Hey Alex, huge fan, I have a few questions!

How is it like playing against your teammates from the national team?

How has being famous changed your life?

What goal meant the most to you?

Do you think you will beat Abby's goal scoring record?

kangaroohamburger · 2013-10-21T20:06:14+00:00

who is the funniest girl on the national team?

7a50n · 2013-10-21T19:59:57+00:00

Hi Alex Morgan, will the US Men's team ever catch up to the US Women's team dominance? Also, how many drunk guys have asked you to kick them in the groin?

h3v · 2013-10-21T19:53:40+00:00

Hi Alex, huge fan here… would you ever consider playing in Europe like some of your US team mates? Preferably in England & for Liverpool Ladies! Also what do you think is different about the NWSL that may see it succeed unlike previous women’s leagues in the US? Heather

jamielfc1994 · 2013-10-21T19:53:28+00:00

Hey! Hope you're well. Do you have a favourite team over here in England?

hmfifa411 · 2013-10-21T19:55:56+00:00

What was it like playing against the u17 Men's national team. Were you expecting to lose 8-1?

Raffyhernandez · 2013-10-21T20:07:22+00:00

How is it having a boyfriend travels as much, if not more than you? And how do you make it work with everything you have going on?

sugar_man · 2013-10-21T20:08:59+00:00

Hi Alex, thanks for doing this. I’ll be coaching this evening so will miss the AMA. I look forward to reading your responses when I get home.

There are some tremendous young girls coming through the U20 team at the moment. How closely do the younger squads interact with the national team?
Having played collegiate soccer what rules would you change?
How would you rate the California schools to Duke/UNC and ND? Having those three in the same conference makes the ACC pretty strong. How is the west coast looking?
I am interested in programs that get more college players involved in coaching, and scouting. We need more female coaches. Are there any similar programs where you are?
Congratulations on the book series. I look forward to recommending it to my younger players. Do you have any plans for a book targeted at boys, or other ages?
What is your favorite coaching game to take part in?
How is Cindy Parlow-Cone treating ya? We used to coach for the same club in Chapel Hill. She is a great coach, and I hope you are having fun. Congrats on the league win.
Ok last question; we have thousands of financially stables coaches that produce young players, but very few senior clubs. When it comes to pro soccer in the US. How many clubs do you think the country can sustain at the adult (male and female) level?

Thanks

awesomebolt · 2013-10-21T20:10:02+00:00

What's your favorite pre-game snack/meal?

robm0n3y · 2013-10-21T20:13:53+00:00

This should have been done on r/MLS or r/soccer.

Blainetologist · 2013-10-21T20:27:47+00:00

Who was the player(s) you looked up to when you first started playing?

Leggitydip · 2013-10-21T20:27:49+00:00

Who would you like to play 1 on 1 in soccer or any sport?

WelahWhale · 2013-10-21T20:42:25+00:00

My younger brother tweets you all the time telling you that you're beautiful and whatnot. You still haven't responded.

Thank you. Crush the little bastard's dreams and never respond. His ego is already too big for his own good.

ChalupaBatman907 · 2013-10-21T20:03:47+00:00

Can you give some insight into the controversy with grass vs. artificial turf in women's soccer?

vcuramsrva · 2013-10-21T20:18:54+00:00

Hey Alex, if you could, please describe this goal: http://i.minus.com/ibyOR6h4F4zz7Y.gif Your number one fan, Logan Caine (@Caine_Logan), described it as "Sex just pure sex". Thanks!

nyfish1992 · 2013-10-21T19:55:16+00:00

Hi Alex!

First of all, I wanted to say that when I rock my USA jersey, your name is the one I rep. I admire the energy and passion that you bring to the national team and enjoy watching every minute you play.

Second, I am currently working on a documentary about my university’s women’s soccer team (Santa Clara University). The athlete I am following, Julie Johnston, has had two caps for the national team and is continuing her endeavor to get called up for international duty regularly.

I guess my question is, what was your fight to the top like? When did you realize you had finally become a key player for our nation? And, how does it feel to be an idol to so many little girls and young women who also dream to be where you are today?

Thank you for taking the time to do this AMA!

Firesoldier987 · 2013-10-21T19:53:53+00:00

Is there a story behind the headbands that you're so fond of wearing during matches?

Kayhead996 · 2013-10-21T19:56:10+00:00

What is your favorite club team outside of the US?

Also, do you have a favorite player?

pussypoppinpenguins · 2013-10-21T20:00:15+00:00

If you could play with any player current or past, male or female, who would it be?

doctorducttape · 2013-10-21T19:55:01+00:00

What kind of things do enjoy when not playing or watching soccer?

Kworley3 · 2013-10-21T19:55:25+00:00

Hey Alex, Who is your favorite professional club soccer team, men’s and women’s, and why?

P.S. You’re a great player to watch, good instincts and a fantastic finisher of the ball!

meshautesidees · 2013-10-21T19:55:39+00:00

When did you realize that you wanted to play soccer professionally, and when did you realize that you had the talent to do so?

Tittyspanks · 2013-10-21T20:05:02+00:00

Where's your favorite place to play in the world

emt4990 · 2013-10-21T20:05:03+00:00

Alex, I am a huge fan and think that you are an excellent soccer player. What would you say has been your favorite moment in your soccer career? Also, what has been your favorite goal for the USWNT?

jkf13 · 2013-10-21T20:05:04+00:00

Hi Alex! What was it like growing up as such a proficient female athlete, especially through high school? Women never get as much attention, but was it different with your national level skill set? Thanks!

justadroog · 2013-10-21T20:05:13+00:00

Are there any players that you consider to be role models? If so, who?

WH1892 · 2013-10-21T20:05:30+00:00

Whats the best match atmosphere you've played at?

cettinasavatti · 2013-10-21T20:05:35+00:00

Hey Alex! such a big fan and am greatly inspired by your amazing skills in soccer. You're such a huge influence to so many women around the world and I'm one of them!! My question is when did you know that soccer was one day something you would want to pursue? When did you realize you had such a passion for the game? And at what age did you start playing competitively? Thanks Alex!

charonpdx · 2013-10-21T20:05:47+00:00

Hi Alex,

Thanks for your work at all levels of soccer, both on and off the pitch.

My daughter is 9 years old, and has just discovered a passion for goalkeeping. Which goalkeeper would you say would be the best role model for a 9 year old girl to look at, in terms of performance on the pitch and off-pitch behavior? (At any level, in any league, for any team; whether you know them as teammate, opponent, or just personally.)

TheGreezyOne · 2013-10-21T20:06:06+00:00

Hi Alex! Thanks for doing this AMA!

What's your favorite thing about being a professional soccer player outside of the pitch? What can you do now that you couldn't have done if you didn't choose to go pro? I know you do so much for the soccer community and the women's sports community in general and more

Pacesetter4 · 2013-10-21T20:06:56+00:00

First of all, I would like to thank you for what you do for the United States and for the sport, and secondly, I would like to thank you for taking the time to come on Reddit to answer questions.

1.) As an athlete looking to take their soccer career as far as possible, what is your best personal advice?

2.) What truly makes you happy?

lauramilan13 · 2013-10-21T20:07:04+00:00

hi alex, im from spain im always see your match online, normally in spain yours match start at 01:00 am im in see the match online because you are mi inspiration and i have hope that another day i will travel to usa to see a one match, thanks for being you!!

Tie244 · 2013-10-21T20:07:08+00:00

Hey Alex! I would just like to say that I am a huge fan! I remember watching you score the first goal during the World Cup in 2011 as the youngest player on the team—it was amazing! I was heartbroken when the team lost during the shoot-out, it looked like you guys was dominating for most of the game. I was just wondering what your thoughts on the game were? Thanks again for doing an AMA!

BigEnds · 2013-10-21T20:08:13+00:00

Hey Alex, who on the USWNT do you think sets you up the best? Do you like scoring more off of passes or creating for yourself?

infiniteraiders · 2013-10-21T20:08:33+00:00

Thanks for doing this Alex.

Different sport but with all the injuries that occurred in football yesterday, especially surrounding the knee (ACL/LCL), do you think that will be major area of concern for your Sports Injury Prevention Program?

Why do you think so many knee injuries are happening? Personal training exercises or could it possibly be the trainer's fault?

Final question, how have injuries affected you?

Schweinsteiger94 · 2013-10-21T20:08:35+00:00

Who do you think will make it into the World Cup out of Portugal (CR7) or Sweden (Ibra)?

gameboy007 · 2013-10-21T20:08:40+00:00

Hey Alex! Big fan, thank you for making soccer a bit more widely followed in America! Three questions here:

How do you manage the fame that's just taken over you since the Olympics? What's a day in the life of Alex Morgan?

What's something about you that nobody knows till now?

Thanks, and good luck with your career, keep doing what you're doing!

AO_Craig14 · 2013-10-21T20:08:58+00:00

Do you ever wish all the focus would be on your skill on the pitch and not your life off of it?

Stuck_in_TN · 2013-10-21T20:09:01+00:00

Hi Alex! Huge fan of the USWNT for a long time now. I watched your game against Australia that you played in San Antonio. Did you get a chance to do some sight seeing? Did you enjoy being there? (I'm from San Antonio so I hope you had a great time there.)

crazykat13 · 2013-10-21T20:09:02+00:00

Hi Alex! How are you? That goal in the Olympics was Amazing!!! What were your thoughts at that time? What inspired you to become a professional soccer player? How long did it take you to reach your goal and to where you are now? what advice could you give me about tryouts in college? it would be amazing and helpful!!! Thanks!!!! = )

kelsybecktol · 2013-10-21T20:09:19+00:00

What is the best way to get back into playing soccer after major injuries like an ACL tear? Do you do any prevention exercises to prevent another tear?

ninjadarkknight · 2013-10-21T20:09:28+00:00

Hello Alex, Thank you for doing this. I recently read that you had completed a degree in Political Economy not too long ago. Is this a career path that you wish to pursue further once you've retired from soccer or would you like to stay involve in soccer somehow? Perhaps both.

I'm also aware that you love to practice yoga. I was curious what your favourite yoga pose is. My favs are full wheel/upward bow/Urdhva Dhanurasana & more recently crow pose.

Thank You once again for doing this. Namaste

Kattyfizzle · 2013-10-21T20:10:04+00:00

If and when you reach a point of exhaustion or frustration, what pushes you to keep moving? How can this be useful for all the girls that strive to be as great as you? What would you tell them to use as motivation?

tirado01 · 2013-10-21T20:10:08+00:00

what happened with that collision in the box with the Australian player yesterday?

calsouthsoccer · 2013-10-21T20:10:41+00:00

How can we get a signed copy of the Cal South Soccer Magazine(s) where you are on the cover for our office?

dawgsfan1 · 2013-10-21T20:10:43+00:00

Who was your favorite player growing up?

What's your impression of the girls youth soccer system in the U.S.? Do you think it needs any revisions?

AO_Craig14 · 2013-10-21T20:10:44+00:00

Hey Alex, what is your favorite sport to watch besides soccer?

BuRG3undyNGold · 2013-10-21T20:10:44+00:00

If you were a baseball GM, who would you build your team around? Bryce Harper, Mike Trout, Yasiel Puig, or Manny Machado?

JRoch · 2013-10-21T20:11:01+00:00

What's something interesting/weird that people may not know about you?

Date	Time	Person	Description
21 Oct	10am	Rick Falkvinge	Founder of Pirate Party & Author
21 Oct	12:45pm	Ann Coulter	Author, national columnist and conservative pundit
21 Oct	1pm	Peter Baker	Journalist
21 Oct	2pm	Shereen Marisol Meraji & Gene Demby	Journalists - NPR Code Switch
21 Oct	4pm	Alex Morgan	Olympic Gold Medalist and Member of the U.S. Women's National Team
22 Oct	12pm	Corey Smith	Country Singer & Songwriter
22 Oct	1pm	Paul J. Zak	Professor of neuroeconomics
22 Oct	3pm	Allie Brosh	Draw-Writer of Hyperbole and a Half
22 Oct	4:30pm	Rand Miller	Co-creator of Myst & Riven.
22 Oct	6pm	AFI	American rock band
23 Oct	10am	IBM Integration Bus Team	Team behind IBMs integration broker
23 Oct	1pm	Laurie Garrett	Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations
23 Oct	2pm	Gordy Hoffman	BlueCat Screenplay Competition founder
23 Oct	2pm	Richard Phillips	Merchant mariner, author
23 Oct	4:30pm	Scott Adams	Creator, Dilbert. Author.
23 Oct	6pm	Brendon Small	Metalocalypse / Dethklok Mastermind
24 Oct	11am	Gabriela Cowperthwaite	Director of Blackfish
24 Oct	1pm	Bob Vila	TV Host, bobvila.com
24 Oct	2pm	John List	Professor, author
24 Oct	7pm	Raymond Santana and Yusef Salaam	Two of the wrongly convicted 'Central Park 5'
28 Oct	3pm	Adam Garone	CEO & co-founder of Movember - moustaches & men's health
28 Oct	6pm	Pentatonix	Band
29 Oct	11am	Lindsey Stirling	Artist, composer & youtuber
29 Oct	12pm	Ali Velshi	Host of Real Money on Al Jazeera America
29 Oct	3:45pm	Mozilla Community	Free software community, producers of Firefox and Thunderbird
30 Oct	12pm	Matthew Addell	CEO, Beatport
30 Oct	2:30pm	J/P HRO Haitian running team	For the NY Marathon
30 Oct	3pm	Catherynne M. Valente	Author
1 Nov	2pm	Aziz Ansari	Comedian
1 Nov	4pm	Maureen Ohlhausen	Commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission
3 Nov	2pm	Martha Plimpton	Actress

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