Abby Wambach American Footballer From Rochester
Abby Wambach · association football player and podcaster · American
Biography
American footballer Abby Wambach was born on 2 June 1980 in Rochester. Teams on record for her include United States women's national soccer team (2001–2015) and magicJack (2002–2004).
Early life
Schooling on record includes University of Florida.
Career
Her position on record is forward. Her career on record begins at United States women's national soccer team in 2001. The records show 8 teams, with magicJack, Western New York Flash and Washington Freedom among them. She spent 14 years at United States women's national soccer team (2001–2015). At United States women's national soccer team (2001–2015), her team-mates on record include Hope Solo, Carli Lloyd and Megan Rapinoe. Washington Freedom team-mates from the same years include Becky Sauerbrunn.
Recognition
Among her honours is the Associated Press Athlete of the Year, won in 2011. Other wins include the National Women's Soccer League Best XI (2013) and the National Women's Soccer League Player of the Week (2013). Her awards record shows 4 wins.
Personal life
She has been married to Glennon Doyle since 2017. Earlier marriages on record are to Sarah Huffman (2013 to 2016).
Teams
8 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2001–2015 | United States women's national soccer team | Forward |
| 2002–2004 | magicJack | Forward |
| 2002–2003 | Washington Freedom | Forward |
| 2009–2010 | Washington Freedom | Forward |
| 2011 | magicJack | Forward |
| 2013–2014 | Western New York Flash | Forward |
| 2015 | Seattle Reign FC | Forward |
| Florida Gators women's soccer | Forward |
Awards and nominations
4 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | National Women's Soccer League Best XI | Won | |
| 2013 | National Women's Soccer League Player of the Week | Won | |
| 2011 | Associated Press Athlete of the Year | Won | |
| 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup | Won |
Abby Wambach on Social Media
Counts with the date they were readInstagram stats
- Followers
- 1.1M @abbywambach
- Engagement rate
- 1.28% above average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 14,200
- Average comments
- 278 Based on the last 12 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Abby Wambach?
Abby Wambach is 46 years old, born on 2 June 1980 in Rochester.
What is Abby Wambach known for?
Abby Wambach is a forward who has played for United States women's national soccer team and magicJack.
How tall is Abby Wambach?
Abby Wambach is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What is Abby Wambach’s nationality?
Abby Wambach is American, born in Rochester.
Who is Abby Wambach married to?
Abby Wambach is married to Glennon Doyle; they married in 2017.
Has Abby Wambach won any awards?
Yes. 4 awards are on record, including National Women's Soccer League Best XI (2013).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q233112), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: Anders Henrikson · CC BY 2.0
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