Kara Lang

Canadian soccer player, Olympic medalist

Kara Lang - Canadian soccer player, Olympic medalist
Born

October 22nd, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A notable soccer player, contributed significantly to the Canadian national team. Competed in international tournaments, including the FIFA Women's World Cup. Achieved a bronze medal at the 2002 CONCACAF Women's Championship. Played at the collegiate level for the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Competed in the 2003 FIFA Women's World Cup

Won a bronze medal at the 2002 CONCACAF Women's Championship

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