Ann Orrison facts for kids
Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | June 29, 1961 | ||
Place of birth | Arlington County, Virginia, U.S. | ||
Playing position | Defender | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
Arlington United | |||
National team | |||
1985–1986 | United States | 5 | (0) |
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Ann Kimberly Orrison-Germain (born June 29, 1961) is a former American soccer player. She was a strong defender for the United States women's national soccer team from 1985 to 1986.
Ann Orrison's Soccer Journey
Early Life and College Sports
Ann Kimberly Orrison was born in Arlington County, Virginia, on June 29, 1961. She grew up in McLean, Virginia. Before playing soccer professionally, Ann was a talented athlete in college. She played both field hockey and lacrosse at the University of Virginia.
Playing for the USA
Ann Orrison joined the United States women's national soccer team in 1985. She played as a defender, helping to protect her team's goal. During her time with the national team, she played in 5 international matches. Her last game for the U.S. team was in 1986. In that match, the American team won 3-0 against Canada in the North America Cup. Interestingly, her sister-in-law, Suzy Cobb Germain, also played in that same match.
See also
- 1985 United States women's national soccer team