St. Genevieve High’s Mia Rizo is earning rave reviews in girls’ soccer
If you want to see what a top 15-year-old soccer player looks like, check out freshman Mia Rizo of Sainte-Geneviève.
She scored 19 goals and contributed six assists for the Valiants while earning universal respect for her game.
“Mia is a crafty midfielder with great vision,” said coach Marlon Archey. “She has a flair for the goal, which is remarkable for a freshman playing at the varsity level.”
She attended the US Soccer Talent Camp and continues to rise through the ranks of young players.
Sainte-Genevieve is 13-3-3 overall and 4-2-3 in the Del Rey League. The Valiants face Paraclete on Tuesday for second place in the league.
“Mia has impeccable football IQ at such a young age,” Archey said. “It’s a coach’s dream.”
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