Andrea Neil started her athletic career with badminton at the junior national level.
16 Facts About Andrea Neil
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Andrea Neil attended the University of British Columbia where she earned a degree in human kinetics.
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UBC outscored its opposition at a six to one ratio through the Conference season while Andrea Neil played a key role in UBC's winning of the CIAU National Championship.
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In 2001, Andrea Neil was named Canadian Player of the Year.
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From 2001 to 2006 Andrea Neil played for the Vancouver Whitecaps FC and set records for games played, minutes played and assists.
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Andrea Neil made her 100th appearance against Costa Rica on April 21,2004, becoming the second player to do so in Canadian history.
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Andrea Neil played her last game for Canada on September 15,2007, against Ghana during the FIFA Women's World Cup in China.
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Andrea Neil retired with the most appearances in Canadian soccer history and fifth overall for goals.
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Andrea Neil was awarded the title of 4-time silver medalist by the CONCACAF.
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Andrea Neil is a natural leader and was instrumental during the Whitecaps two W-League championships, 2004 and 2006.
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In 2008, Andrea Neil was one of three women recognized at the annual In Her Footsteps.
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On November 8,2011, Andrea Neil became the first woman and third player overall to be inducted for soccer into the Canada's Sport Hall of Fame.
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In June 2012, Andrea Neil was further recognized for her contributions to soccer.
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Andrea Neil was inducted into the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame.
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In September 2012, Andrea Neil was inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame.
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Andrea Neil earned her USSF National "B" Coaching License in Carson, CA, USA in April 2009 and her UEFA Coaching A License in Florence, ITA in July 2010.