Sam Coffey is reveling in the Olympic experience after being left off the US Women's World Cup team

United States midfielder Sam Coffey (17) kicks the ball against Costa Rica midfielder Emilie Valenciano (13) during the first half of an international friendly soccer match, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in Washington.

United States midfielder Sam Coffey (17) kicks the ball against Costa Rica midfielder Emilie Valenciano (13) during the first half of an international friendly soccer match, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)


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Sam Coffey turned her disappointment over missing out on the Women's World Cup into determination to be an Olympian. She met her goal and joins an American team in France that is in transition. With a new coach in former Chelsea boss Emma Hayes, the United States is looking to move on from the struggles of the recent past. Coffey is one of four players on the U.S. team making their first appearance in a major international tournament.

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