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Soccer Star Wambach Breaks Hamm's Goal Record

Hermosa Beach resident and soccer star Abby Wambach broke Mia Hamm's all-time international scoring record of 158 goals on June 20th against Korea Republic. Wambach scored goals 159 and 160 as the U.S. women beat Korea 5-0 in Red Bull Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey.

The retired soccer star Hamm lives in Manhattan Beach with her husband Nomar Garciaparra and their children.

For a slideshow of Wambach and key accomplishments, click here.

For a report on the record-breaking goal, see this report.


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