DURHAM, N.C.-- For many young athletes, the idea of playing for the United States National Team is something they can only dream of. For those who have the opportunity to do so, the journey is long and winding, filled with countless hours of training, games, and perhaps even a bit of luck.
For one young soccer standout on the Duke women's soccer team, the journey to play at the national level has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Having been called up to the U.S. Under-17 Women's Youth National Team in July, freshman Mary Long shares her experience and the thrill of representing her country on the global stage.