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- ↑ Smith, Michelle (2003-07-12). "It's time for CyberRays to make their move". SFGATE . Retrieved 2023-08-08.
- ↑ Estrella, Cicero A. (January 17, 1999). "Foothill's Patrick goes national with soccer talent". SFGATE.
- ↑ "SOCCER: DIVISION I WOMEN; Tar Heels Gain Title Once More". The New York Times. Associated Press. December 6, 1999 – via NYTimes.com.
- ↑ "Kim Patrick Joins Lady Vols From NCAA Champion North Carolina". University of Tennessee Athletics.
- ↑ "Pleasanton's Kim Patrick signs with CyberRays". OurSports Central. 2003-07-09. Retrieved 2023-08-08.
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