Sorry to those with Triskaidekaphobia, the U.S. has made it a lucky 13 trips to the U-17 World Cup... well, we suppose they will make it 13. Here are 13 other great things associated with the number 13:
- There are 13 players in a rugby league team.
- Kristine Lilly, who made more international appearances than any other player in the sport's history, wore #13 for the USA women's team (maybe you've heard of her)
- The number of colonies that formed the United States. The original flag had thirteen stars, one for each state.
- The American flag still has 13 stripes (seven red and six white)
- In the Great Seal of the United States there are 13 olive leaves (with 13 olives), 13 arrows, and 13 stars.
- Basketball Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain wore number 13. Three NBA teams, plus the Harlem Globetrotters, have retired his number.
- Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Marino wore number 13 for the Miami Dolphins, who retired his number in 2000.
- 13 is the oungest age a minor can watch a PG-13 rated movie by the MPAA without the recommendation of parental guidance or parental consent.
- Ozzie Guillén, manager of the 2005 World Series Champion Chicago White Sox, has worn the number throughout his baseball career.
- Colgate University also considers 13 to be a lucky number. They were founded in 1819 by 13 men with 13 dollars, 13 prayers, and 13 articles.
- Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Steve Nash wears the number 13.
- Thirteen is a prime number
- E Pluribus Unum - well that has 13 letters
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