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The U.S. Women's Soccer Team, featuring former Boston Breakers player Kate Markgraf, won the Olympic gold medal today. The team just squeezed past Brazil, who had beaten the U.S. in last fall's World Cup, which was won by Germany (Brazil placed second; the U.S., third). This is the U.S. Women's third gold medal in four Olympics. After a scoreless match dominated by Brazil, U.S. player Carli Lloyd kicked one in during overtime to make the U.S. golden once again.

In case you've been hiding under a rock, or maybe misguidedly training for the Olympics (missed your chance for this year, sorry), the Beijing Olympics start on Friday. Several current and former Bay Staters will be suiting up for a chance to win international acclaim for their athletic feats. Being a city by the bay, we're rather heavy on swimmers, rowers, and sailers. Here's a quick list of folks born or living in Massachusetts who'll be competing at the Olympic level. Check the schedule for details on what sport happens when. For more information about the athletes, click their linked bios, or visit Boston.About.com or WBZTV.