Retired Couple Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird Coincidentally Eligible for Hall of Fame in the Same Year

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are undoubtedly one of the most influential couples in American sports. They have left an indelible mark on their respective domains, but with their recent retirements, it is their journey beyond the fields and courts that has piqued the interest of fans worldwide. In a remarkable twist of fate, both will be eligible for induction into their respective Hall of Fame in the same year.

After seven years of being together, the couple now finds themselves free from the relentless demands of professional sports. Although their retirement marks the end of an era, it is merely the beginning of a new chapter for these two powerhouses. They have already set their sights on “taking over the world,” and based on their successful careers, their names will certainly be etched in the annals of sports history.

The couple could etch their names in sports history books in the same year

Starting with Sue Bird, her career in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) spanned an astonishing two decades. During this time, she cemented herself as one of the greatest point guards, becoming the WNBA’s all-time leader in assists (3,234). Last September, Bird bid farewell to the sport that brought her so much success. Come 2027, she will become eligible for induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

On the soccer pitch, Megan Rapinoe’s retirement is still fresh. In her final appearance on the field against South Africa on 25 September, Rapinoe left an indelible mark. With an illustrious career that includes two World Cup victories and an Olympic Gold medal, Rapinoe’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Just like her partner, she too will become eligible for induction into the Soccer Hall of Fame in 2027.

The fact that both Rapinoe and Bird find themselves eligible for their respective Hall of Fame in the same year is a beautiful coincidence. Their careers have transcended the boundaries of athleticism, leaving an everlasting mark. As they enter this new phase in their lives, both have already planned how to spend their retirement life.

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird want to live a life with ‘no sports’

During the 2023 ESPY Awards, Sue Bird discussed their post-retirement plans. The couple shared lighthearted moments at the event while reminiscing about Rapinoe’s career. Bird mentioned that Rapinoe experienced some “retirement F.O.M.O” when she witnessed the lifestyle Bird was enjoying.

She stated to ETOnline.com, “I think we’ll probably take some time and just see what it’s like with no sports, which I think we’re both looking forward to and then go from there“. Their aspirations of “taking over the world” have also come into play as they enter this new chapter in their lives. It seems that the couple already has future endeavors planned as they embark on this exciting phase together.

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