Hamm and U.S. team won silver in 2000 Olympics after losing to Norway.
Later on September 28, 2000, at the Sydney Olympics, the U.S. National Team, including Mia Hamm, faced off against Norway in the women's soccer final. Despite a valiant effort that took the game into extra time, the U.S. team ultimately fell 3-2, earning a silver medal. Accepting the silver was bittersweet, yet it exemplified the high standards of international competition and the determination of Hamm and her teammates to persevere. This event underscored the tenacity and sportsmanship that Hamm embodied, further solidifying her legacy within the sport.