She's the former Hetton School pupil who went on to become an England football star.
But what a career she has had and it included some great years with Sunderland Ladies, as well as captaining England, playing at the Olympics, winning a Best of Wearside Award and an MBE.
Here's 9 times we got her on camera - all from the Echo archives as we say 'well done Steph for a remarkable career'.
But what a career she has had and it included some great years with Sunderland Ladies, as well as captaining England, playing at the Olympics, winning a Best of Wearside Award and an MBE.
5. Time for a game at Dalton Park
Steph joined Jill Scott and Carly Telford for a kickaround with local youngsters at Dalton Park in 2007.
6. A trophy in 2007
Back to 2007 when Steph was chosen as the FA Young Player of the Year.
7. Big backing in 2010
Steph in 2010 when Asda sponsored her through the Sporting Chances Scheme.
8. Thumbs-up from Steph
Guests at the 2011 Best of Wearside event watched the screens as Steph gave a speech - moments after winning an award.