Number 13, Alex Morgan, is an inspiration for many in the soccer world.

This weekend the icon will officially have her jersey retired at Snapdragon Stadium by San Diego Wave FC, a year after she retired from the sport.

“She is not somebody who just played a game, she created a path for so many other people,” said Wave FC fan Amanda Farr.

She’s a member of the supporters group — an independent fan club of the team.

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Farr said the build up to Morgan’s jersey retirement is a moment to relish.

“I have boys, I have girls and my sons have been raised in a town where one of the biggest athletic heroes of their hometown is Alex Morgan. They have her picture up on their wall along with Padres and other athletes,” she said.

Morgan signed with the Wave ahead of their inaugural season i

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