“We're able to look at sports as a way to connect to key audiences and reach people locally in communities who we might not otherwise be in contact with…
'We're able to look at sports as a way to connect to key audiences and reach people locally in communities who we might not otherwise be in contact with through regular, traditional diplomacy,' Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield saidOne of America's greatest soccer players is spending the week in Greece working with kids and reminding everyone that the most important moments in sports don't always end with a group of...
“What makes it special is that when these kids have a ball at their feet, all the rest of the worries and issues kind of go away,” Lloyd said in an interview with The Associated Press. “I hope that us kind of going around the world and speaking about my journey and what it took, the ups and downs, hopefully that can help, and help others.”Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.
“We're able to look at sports as a way to connect to key audiences and reach people locally in communities who we might not otherwise be in contact with through regular, traditional diplomacy,” Satterfield said. It could take an entire plane flight from the U.S. to Athens to get through the 41-year-old Lloyd's resume. In short, she is a two-time FIFA player of the year who has played in more games in the World Cup and Olympics than any other American on the U.S. women's national team.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
'Help me, help me': Metro bus driver stabbed, reviving fears about safetyAttacks on Metro bus drivers highlight dangers that operators face. Serious attacks on transit workers have tripled nationally over the last 15 years.
Read more »
Julian Assange can't be extradited until US rules out death penalty, UK court rulesThe new academy should help train thousands of individuals to help with construction.
Read more »
Get organized for a day in the sun with the best beach bagsA beach bag can help carry everything you need and help you stay organized.
Read more »
NFL Draft Round 1 Betting Picks: Lloyd Forging AheadAndrew Caley presents his NFL Draft best bets and free NFL picks based on the best NFL odds. NFL Draft futures for Marshawn Lloyd, AD Mitchell, Xavier Worthy, and more.
Read more »
USC Football: MarShawn Lloyd Reflects On Pre-Draft Visit With Favorite TeamFormer USC football running back MarShawn Lloyd shares details of recent pre-draft visit with favorite team.
Read more »
USC Football: MarShawn Lloyd Lands in NFC West in Latest NFL MockTrojans' running back MarShawn Lloyd heads to the Arizona Cardinals in a new mock draft
Read more »