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Hope Solo

Hope Amelia Stevens (née Solo) is an American former soccer goalkeeper best known for her career with the United States women’s national team from 2000 to 2016.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Hope Amelia Stevens (née Solo) is an American former soccer goalkeeper best known for her career with the United States women’s national team from 2000 to 2016. She won two Olympic gold medals and the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2022.

Early life and education

Solo was born in Richland, Washington, and played college soccer at the University of Washington. She also studied communications there before beginning her professional career.

Club career

She played professionally for several clubs in U.S. women’s leagues, including the Philadelphia Charge, Saint Louis Athletica, Atlanta Beat, magicJack, Seattle Sounders Women, and Seattle Reign FC.

United States national team career

Solo was the starting goalkeeper for much of her international career and appeared in major tournaments including multiple FIFA Women’s World Cups and Olympic Games. Her tenure included the 2008 and 2012 Olympic gold medal wins and the 2015 World Cup title.

Awards and records

Solo earned individual honours such as the FIFA Women's World Cup Golden Glove in 2011 and 2015, and was named U.S. Soccer Female Athlete of the Year in 2009. She also set several U.S. goalkeeper records for appearances, wins, and shutouts.

Later recognition and legacy

After her playing career, Solo was elected to the National Soccer Hall of Fame and has remained a prominent public figure in discussions of women’s soccer and athlete advocacy.

Key facts

Hope Solo played for the United States women’s national team from 2000 to 2016.
She won the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and two Olympic gold medals (2008, 2012).
She received the FIFA Women's World Cup Golden Glove in 2011 and 2015.
She holds multiple U.S. goalkeeper records, including appearances, wins, and shutouts.
Solo was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2022.

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Canadian context

Solo is relevant to Canadian readers through major women’s international soccer competitions, especially the FIFA Women’s World Cup and Olympic tournaments that included Canada’s women’s national team.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hope Solo?

Hope Solo is an American former soccer goalkeeper who played for the United States women’s national team from 2000 to 2016.

What are Hope Solo’s biggest achievements?

Her major team achievements are winning the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup and two Olympic gold medals, in 2008 and 2012.

What position did Hope Solo play?

She played as a goalkeeper.

Which college did Hope Solo attend?

She attended the University of Washington, where she played collegiate soccer.

Was Hope Solo inducted into a hall of fame?

Yes. She was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2022.

Does Hope Solo hold any records?

Yes. She holds multiple U.S. goalkeeper records, including appearances, wins, and shutouts.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hope_Solo
Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, playing position, national team career dates, major honours, and U.S. goalkeeper records.
National Soccer Hall of Fame — https://www.nationalsoccerhof.com/players/hope-solo.html
Supports: 2022 induction, position, 202 full internationals, tournament appearances, Golden Glove awards, and U.S. Soccer female athlete honour.
Team USA — https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/hope-solo
Supports: Olympic participation, medal record, hometown, education, and goalkeeper position.
Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/athlete/hope-solo
Supports: Former U.S. Women’s National Team goalkeeper, Olympic and World Cup titles, career controversy, and Hall of Fame induction.
ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/stats/_/id/158779/hope-solo
Supports: Birth date, nationality, and player role as goalkeeper.