The 1994 graduate and soccer legend imparted wisdom about the values of teamwork and encouraged graduates to “carry the water.”
Soccer legend Mia Hamm ’94 — who won four NCAA championships, two World Cups and two gold medals during her career — admitted she was out of her comfort zone delivering Carolina’s 2025 Spring Commencement address.
She shared lessons about teamwork from her time as a Tar Heel with Carolina’s newest alumni.
Addressing the Class of 2025 is an “incredible honor” for the soccer superstar and Spring Commencement speaker.
In this video, watch the celebration, hear from Mia Hamm and catch the fireworks.
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