LOS ANGELES — Alex Morgan has assisted on goals in World Cup games and in World Cup qualifiers. She has had assists in the National Women's Soccer League playoffs and in meaningless friendlies.
But on Tuesday she began setting up what figures to be one of the most important assists of her career by launching her own foundation to provide support, empowerment and an example for young girls and mothers in San Diego's South Bay.
"Alex is a soccer phenomenon, which is known around the world. But it really is about giving back to the community, and these girls see her as a role model," said Alejandra Inzunza, a high school principal who brought 17 female students to meet the two-time World Cup winner moments before she introduced the Alex Morgan Foundation in a ceremony at a National City middle school. "Hopefully, they in return give back, they keep community and keep advocacy in mind as they move forward.
