World Cup Champion &
Olympic Gold Medalist
Briana Scurry is a World Cup champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist and National Soccer Hall of Famer. One of the most accomplished goalkeepers in international soccer history, Scurry played a pivotal role in the rise of the U.S. Women’s National Team and helped transform the visibility of women’s sports.
Scurry earned 173 international appearances for the U.S. Women’s National Team, winning Olympic gold medals in 1996 and 2004. Her defining moment came during the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final, when her penalty-kick save helped the United States defeat China before a record-setting crowd. She also competed in the 1995, 2003 and 2007 World Cups.
A traumatic brain injury ended Scurry’s playing career and led to a difficult, years-long recovery. She has since become a prominent advocate for concussion awareness, brain health, equality and LGBTQ+ representation. Scurry was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2017 and detailed her life and recovery in her memoir, My Greatest Save. She has also worked as a coach, broadcaster and investor in women’s professional soccer.
Scurry is an exceptional keynote speaker for corporate events, leadership programs, health conferences and educational institutions. Her championship experience and powerful recovery story offer meaningful lessons about teamwork, resilience, inclusion and advocacy.
