Carli Lloyd Day Honors Retiring Soccer Icon In Burlington County

BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Burlington County is honoring a hometown hero with her own day of honor.

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution Wednesday proclaiming October 14, 2021, as “Carli Lloyd Day” throughout Burlington County. Lloyd, a soccer legend from Delran, announced her retirement from the sport in August. Read more here: NJ Native, Soccer Star Carli Lloyd Announces Retirement

“Burlington County has a lot to be proud about and close to the top of the list is being the home of Carli Lloyd, America’s soccer hero and an inspiration for young girls and boys across the globe,” Burlington County Commissioner Director Felicia Hopson said. “Carli isn’t just a stellar athlete, she’s a champion role model who epitomizes the benefits of perseverance and hard work. She’s represented both our country and our county in an amazing fashion and has made us all proud to call her one of Burlington County’s very own.”

“Whether scoring goals for Delran, Rutgers, Gotham FC or the USA, Carli has always played with grit and determination, and displayed her South Jersey credentials proudly,” Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Dan O’Connell said. “Soccer fans across the globe know about Delran in Burlington County, New Jersey because of her outstanding performance and achievements. This resolution is intended to express our thanks and to help make her retirement party all the more special. I can think of few people more deserving than Carli.”

The 39-year-old Lloyd played in four World Cups (25 matches total), four Olympic Games (22 total), was twice named the U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year (2008 & 2015) and was twice named the FIFA Women's Player of the Year (2015 & 2016). She and Mia Hamm (2001 & 2002) are the only two Americans to win FIFA Women's Player of the Year twice.

Lloyd's playing career began in New Jersey. She was a four-time All Big East Selection and three-time All-American when she played at Rutgers University in New Brunswick.

See related:

• Carli Lloyd To Get 'Biggest Retirement Party' In Delran History
• Here’s Where Delran Will Throw Carli Lloyd’s Retirement Party

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