This was not easy for me to write, but if it helps one person, then it's all worth it.
We love you, Katie.
- Vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness. My teammates and I are determined to make sure everyone has the support they need. Launching the first mental health initiative of its kind with my friends at @CommonGoalOrg. This one’s for you Katie ❤️
- With the first overall pick in the 2022 NWSL Draft, Wave FC selects Naomi Girma, Defender from Stanford. Naomi was born and raised in the Bay Area, and we’re thrilled to have another Californian on the team. See you in San Diego, @naomi_girma! 🌊
- wow incredibly honored. thank you to my @sandiegowavefc family and everyone who made this possible. i feel so thankful to be in this position and can’t wait for what’s to come 💙Making waves in year one 🌊🌊🌊 @naomi_girma is your... 🏆 2022 @NWSL Defender of the Year 𝘼𝙉𝘿 🏆 2022 @NWSL Rookie of the Year
- so grateful and honored 💙 thank you to my @sandiegowavefc family for your constant belief and support 🫶🏾 so excited for what’s to come
- “With Katie Meyer in your life, you were never alone.... If you could bottle her energy, the world would be a much better place.” On March 1, 2022, Katie Meyer died by suicide. Her friend and @USWNT defender @naomi_girma wrote about Katie’s life and continuing her legacy.
- Shaped by her immigrant parents' journey to the U.S., the supportive communities around her, and her friendship with Katie Meyer, @naomi_girma is a unique rising star for club and country. @gwenoxenham shares the @USWNT defender's compelling story trib.al/cvt1WI5
- Feeling incredibly blessed. Thank you to everyone that has helped me along the way!She locked it down on defense and captained the U-20 #USWNT to a 🏆. Now she's your 2020 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year! 🇺🇸⚽️ Congratulations @naomi_girma! 📰: ussoc.cr/20YFPOTY
- Today let’s celebrate the incredible strength and resilience of every female athlete out there. To every girl with a dream to play or work in sports – know that you belong. Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day! #kaiserpermanentepartner #sponsored #NGWSD
- I’m glad I got to talk with @KPSCALnews about how I prioritize my total well-being. Check out my #KPCandidConversation! #kaiserpermanentepartner #Sponsored m.youtube.com/watch?v=_biprc…
