Michael Phelps and Allison Schmitt’s relationship has proven itself an inspiring tale of sportsmanship and familial bonds, dating back to when both were competitive swimmers at Michigan. After training under Bob Bowman at U-M, their friendship eventually progressed into full family status; Schmitt now takes part in training Phelps’ children.
Phelps and Schmitt make themselves felt beyond personal interactions; often supporting each other professionally in professional endeavors while contributing significantly to American swimming’s legacy. Together they have earned 28 Olympic medals combined (23 gold) at just 23 Olympic Games; Phelps holds 10 Olympic medals (including four gold) with Schmitt also contributing 10. Clearly these athletes have set an immense precedent within sports history.
Recently, the duo was spotted cheering on the US Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) during their SheBelieves Cup match against Australia, where the US emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. Their support highlighted the event, showcasing their enthusiasm for the national team’s efforts on the field.
The USWNT’s social media platforms featured Schmitt radiating pride and introducing the Phelps family as part of the support system, amplifying the reach of the SheBelieves Cup and celebrating the intersection of sporting disciplines uniting in support of female athletes.
Schmitt articulated the sentiment perfectly, emphasizing the importance of female athletes across different sports lifting each other up and highlighting the collective spirit of encouragement and support during the USWNT match. The excitement was palpable as the USA scored two remarkable goals by Lynn Biyendolo and Michelle Cooper, setting an electrifying tone for the match and underscoring the impact of such legendary support.
Michael Phelps – An Admirer of US Soccer
Phelps holds soccer dear, showing an enduring passion that transcends casual viewing. His regular attendance of international and national matches attests to this devotion; Phelps was especially supportive of Team USA during last summer’s FIFA World Cup competition; showing wide-reaching support across different sporting arenas for this beloved team sport.
Phelps and Schmitt recently demonstrated solidarity at the SheBelieves Cup by coming together as one at an athletics event that has no one sport dominating another – showing they support American athletics from multiple perspectives and championing unity among athletes from different sports irrespective of sport or discipline. Their presence at SheBelieves Cup shows just how powerful camaraderie and mutual support can be when seeking excellence in pursuit of greatness. As USWNT continues its campaign against all odds, such high-profile encouragement cannot be overlooked, showing its powerful influence through support by being united under one banner at once – showing its impactful nature at SheBelieves Cup 2018.