Alex Morgan: American Striker Is Key for USA Women's Soccer Gold Medal

Alex Morgan wasn't even a starter last year when the U.S. women's soccer team made its run through the World Cup. But Morgan's star rose quickly after.

Not sure what this picture Alex Morgan just posted on her Twitter page might do for her larger Q Quotient. Maybe nothing. But there is a segment of the population who will wince a mighty wince at seeing U.S. Soccer's burgeoning scoring superstar – Have

Alex Morgan, the team's youngest player, is at the center of it all. After a 3-0 victory over Colombia in their second game of the tournament, a game where Morgan had an assist, the Americans are continuing their strong run from last year's World Cup.

Most athletes at the 2012 Olympics are awaiting the opening ceremonies on Friday, but not today's Olympic Babe Of The Day, Alex Morgan. Morgan score two goals for the U.S. women's soccer team on Wednesday in a

Alex Morgan: American Striker Is Key for USA Women's Soccer Gold Medal

Alex Morgan wasn't even a starter last year when the U.S. women's soccer team made its run through the World Cup. But Morgan's star rose quickly after.

Not sure what this picture Alex Morgan just posted on her Twitter page might do for her larger Q Quotient. Maybe nothing. But there is a segment of the population who will wince a mighty wince at seeing U.S. Soccer's burgeoning scoring superstar – Have

Alex Morgan, the team's youngest player, is at the center of it all. After a 3-0 victory over Colombia in their second game of the tournament, a game where Morgan had an assist, the Americans are continuing their strong run from last year's World Cup.

Most athletes at the 2012 Olympics are awaiting the opening ceremonies on Friday, but not today's Olympic Babe Of The Day, Alex Morgan. Morgan score two goals for the U.S. women's soccer team on Wednesday in a

Alex Morgan leads US women's soccer team into match against Colombia

Alex Morgan, 23, is a forward for the United States women's soccer team. She was the youngest player added to the team's World Cup roster last year and is currently competing at the London Olympics, where she scored two goals in the opening game.

Midfielder Megan Rapinoe, left, celebrates with forward Alex Morgan, who scored twice in the USA's 4-2 victory against France. / By Matt Kryger, USA TODAY Sports. USA Today. By Robert Klemko, USA TODAY. USA Today. By Robert Klemko, USA TODAY

Alex Morgan scored twice, Abby Wambach and Carli Lloyd had a goal apiece and the U.S. women's soccer team rallied from an early deficit Wednesday to open its Olympics with a 4-2 win over France.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – JULY 28: Carli Lloyd (R) of USA celebrates with team-mates Megan Rapinoe (C) and Alex Morgan after scoring their third goal during the Women's Football first round Group G match between United States and Colombia on Day 1

Okay, it is fair to say that Alex is enjoying her time in London so far for the 2012 Olympics. Morgan, who scored two goals in the 4-2 win over France in the team's Olympic opener, has kept a pretty low profile on Twitter since hitting London. Most of

Alex Morgan leads US women's soccer team into match against Colombia

Alex Morgan, 23, is a forward for the United States women's soccer team. She was the youngest player added to the team's World Cup roster last year and is currently competing at the London Olympics, where she scored two goals in the opening game.

Midfielder Megan Rapinoe, left, celebrates with forward Alex Morgan, who scored twice in the USA's 4-2 victory against France. / By Matt Kryger, USA TODAY Sports. USA Today. By Robert Klemko, USA TODAY. USA Today. By Robert Klemko, USA TODAY

Alex Morgan scored twice, Abby Wambach and Carli Lloyd had a goal apiece and the U.S. women's soccer team rallied from an early deficit Wednesday to open its Olympics with a 4-2 win over France.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – JULY 28: Carli Lloyd (R) of USA celebrates with team-mates Megan Rapinoe (C) and Alex Morgan after scoring their third goal during the Women's Football first round Group G match between United States and Colombia on Day 1

Okay, it is fair to say that Alex is enjoying her time in London so far for the 2012 Olympics. Morgan, who scored two goals in the 4-2 win over France in the team's Olympic opener, has kept a pretty low profile on Twitter since hitting London. Most of

US women's soccer: Alex Morgan leads team into Saturday's Olympic match …

There is a good chance Sundhage will look to trot out her strongest possible lineup, with the hope of establishing an early lead before sitting some key players, like Abby Wambach and Alex Morgan, ahead of Tuesday's match against North Korea. The US

Alex Morgan wasn't even a starter last year when the U.S. women's soccer team made its run through the World Cup. But Morgan's star rose quickly after.

Most athletes at the 2012 Olympics are awaiting the opening ceremonies on Friday, but not today's Olympic Babe Of The Day, Alex Morgan. Morgan score two goals for the U.S. women's soccer team on Wednesday in a

Alex Morgan is quickly becoming the face of U.S. Women's Soccer. She has electric performances on the field and a charismatic persona off it. That being said, the American striker would be advised to stick to scoring goals

Despite falling behind to France early, the US Women's Soccer Team bounced back to win 4-2 on the strength of Alex Morgan's two goals.

US women's soccer: Alex Morgan leads team into Saturday's Olympic match …

There is a good chance Sundhage will look to trot out her strongest possible lineup, with the hope of establishing an early lead before sitting some key players, like Abby Wambach and Alex Morgan, ahead of Tuesday's match against North Korea. The US

Alex Morgan wasn't even a starter last year when the U.S. women's soccer team made its run through the World Cup. But Morgan's star rose quickly after.

Most athletes at the 2012 Olympics are awaiting the opening ceremonies on Friday, but not today's Olympic Babe Of The Day, Alex Morgan. Morgan score two goals for the U.S. women's soccer team on Wednesday in a

Alex Morgan is quickly becoming the face of U.S. Women's Soccer. She has electric performances on the field and a charismatic persona off it. That being said, the American striker would be advised to stick to scoring goals

Despite falling behind to France early, the US Women's Soccer Team bounced back to win 4-2 on the strength of Alex Morgan's two goals.