WPS Commissioner's Comments on Brandi Chastain Retirement
July 16, 2010 - Women's Professional Soccer (WPS) News Release
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (July 16, 2010) - WPS Commissioner Tonya Antonucci's comments on two-time World Cup winner (1991, 1999) and two-time Olympic gold medalist (1996, 2004) Brandi Chastain announcing her retirement from professional soccer yesterday:
"Brandi's legacy as an icon and ambassador of women's soccer will endure. Certainly for the many years--spanning decades--of passion for and service to the growth of the game, but also for the creative flair and entertaining style of play she displayed at the professional level. WPS thanks Brandi for all her contributions to the growth of the professional game as an active player and wishes Brandi the best of luck in her future endeavors." -- Tonya Antonucci, WPS Commissioner
Chastain played for Bay Area's FC Gold Pride in 2009, appearing in 10 games and starting 5 matches during the course of the WPS Inaugural Season. A testimonial game to honor her retirement will be played October 2, 2010 at Buck Shaw Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, featuring some of the all-time soccer greats.
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