MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. \u2013 The Robert Morris University women\u2019s soccer team announced the addition of 11 incoming freshmen who will join the program for the Fall 2025 season.<\/p>\n
Head Coach Michelle Rick<\/a>\u00a0and her staff are excited to welcome a class, comprising three forwards, two midfielders, four defenders and two goalkeepers.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are incredibly excited to welcome this exceptional class of 11 freshmen to the RMU Women\u2019s Soccer family,\u201d said Rick. \u201cThis group brings a tremendous amount of talent, athleticism, and character from various top clubs and high school programs. They are not only accomplished players but also dedicated students who are eager to contribute to our program\u2019s success. We believe this class will play a vital role in our continued growth and pursuit of a Horizon League Championship.\u201d<\/p>\n Sydney Chontos\u00a0| Freshman | Forward<\/p>\n A standout from Beaver Area High School in Beaver, Pa.,\u00a0Sydney Chontos<\/a>\u00a0excelled in both soccer and track and field. In 2024, she earned numerous accolades including All-State, All-WPIAL, WPIAL All-Star, All-Section, Tribune-Review All-Star, and Beaver Area Offensive Player of the Year. She captained her team in her senior season. In 2023, she was tabbed All-WPIAL, All-Section, and her team\u2019s Offensive Player of the Year, also earning All-Section honors in 2022. Chontos finished her high school career with an impressive 60 goals and 27 assists.<\/p>\n Sydney\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cMy goal for this season is to make an impact on the team. I hope to have a successful career and to continue playing after graduation.\u201d<\/p>\n Akeelah Mirza\u00a0| Freshman | Forward<\/p>\n Hailing from Brampton, Ontario,\u00a0Akeelah Mirza<\/a>\u00a0attended North Park Secondary School. She brings a winning pedigree, having won the Ontario Cup in 2023. Mirza was a Top 10 scorer in IModel 2023, ranked 49th in FTF Soccer Canada, and was a TOPP Elite Showcase All-Star in 2022. She is also a two-time PHSL Champion.<\/p>\n Akeelah\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cI look forward to training, playing, working hard, scoring goals, learning and growing from mistakes and setbacks, and building strong relationships with my teammates.\u201d<\/p>\n Alayna Williams\u00a0| Freshman | Forward<\/p>\n A native of Latrobe, Pa.,\u00a0Alayna Williams<\/a>\u00a0attended Derry Area High School where she was a multi-sport athlete, competing in soccer, volleyball, and track and field. She honed her skills playing for the Riverhounds Academy (ECNL) under the guidance of Scott Gibson, a highly respected club program.<\/p>\n Alayna\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cMy goal this season is to help the team in any way I can whether that is on the field, at practice or on the sidelines, and become the best player I can be.\u201d<\/p>\n Izzie Fusco\u00a0| Freshman | Midfielder<\/p>\n From Avon, Ohio,\u00a0Izzie Fusco<\/a>\u00a0attended Avon High School. She was named to the 1st Team SWC and 2nd Team Greater Cleveland. Fusco played a pivotal role in leading her high school to the State Semifinals for the first time in school history. Her teams achieved significant success, winning Districts and Regionals in 2024, a Conference title in 2022, and Conference and District titles in 2021. In total, she contributed to 61 high school wins, producing 25 goals and 15 assists.<\/p>\n Izzie\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cMy goals for this season are to start and play, win the Horizon League and make it to the NCAA Tournament.\u201d<\/p>\n Francesca Villa\u00a0| Freshman | Midfielder<\/p>\n A native of Twinsburg, Ohio,\u00a0Francesca Villa<\/a>\u00a0attended Walsh Jesuit High School. She helped lead her team to an undefeated season and a spot in the State Championship in her senior year. Villa was also recognized with the Coaches Player Award.<\/p>\n Francesca\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cThis season I want to be a beneficial player and leader on the team.\u201d<\/p>\n Bailey Campbell\u00a0| Freshman | Defender<\/p>\n From Virginia Beach, Va.,\u00a0Bailey Campbell<\/a>\u00a0attended Floyd E Kellam High School. She was named All-Region Second Team in both her junior and senior seasons and captained her squad in her senior year. Campbell was a part of teams that won the State Championship in 2024 and the Regional Championship in 2025. She recorded 12 goals and 24 assists in her high school career. In the off-season, she plays semi-pro soccer for Beach FC (WPSL).<\/p>\n Bailey\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cThis season I hope to learn from my coaches and teammates while adjusting to the demands of college soccer. My goal is to contribute in any way I can and continue developing both on and off the field. I\u2019m excited to grow as a player, teammate and student-athlete.\u201d<\/p>\n Ivy Chaskelson\u00a0| Freshman | Defender<\/p>\n A native of Wayne, Pa.,\u00a0Ivy Chaskelson<\/a>\u00a0attended Radnor High School. In 2024, she earned the Radnor Golden Boot Award and was named All-Delco 1st Team, All-Main Line 1st Team, and All-Central League 2nd Team. In 2022, she was named All-Delco 2nd Team and All-Main Line 2nd Team. Chaskelson captained her squad in 2024 and scored 10 goals and 11 assists her senior year. She was part of a team that won the District Championship in 2021 and reached the state final.<\/p>\n Ivy\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cI want to make an immediate impact as a freshman in whatever way I can and continue to pursue my love for the game as I simultaneously work on my studies to become a doctor.\u201d<\/p>\n Eily Duffy\u00a0| Freshman | Defender<\/p>\n From Fitchburg, Wis.,\u00a0Eily Duffy<\/a>\u00a0attended Verona Area High School, where she played both soccer and basketball. She earned multiple All-Conference Honors, was named a captain, and led her team in both goals and assists. Duffy played club soccer for SC Wave GA 07, a team that ranked in the top 25 in the nation, and won the Midwest Conference Championship in 2024 and 2025. She led her high school team to an impressive overall record of 55-16-6 over her four years.<\/p>\n Eily\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cThis season, I plan to make an impact on the team and contribute to the success and culture of the program both on and off the field.\u201d<\/p>\n Maggie Marlin\u00a0| Freshman | Defender<\/p>\n A native of Greenwood, Ind.,\u00a0Maggie Marlin<\/a>\u00a0attended Center Grove High School, participating in soccer, cross country, and track and field. In her single high school soccer season, she led her team in minutes played (1,819) and scored two goals. Her team won the Sectional, Regional, and Semi-State Championships, and was the State Runner-Up in 2024. Marlin was named the team\u2019s Defensive MVP and was Academic All-State. She played club soccer at both Indy Eleven Pro Academy and FC Pride, making it to the ECNL National Final Four and earning two ECNL Super Cup Selections.<\/p>\n Maggie\u2019s Goal:\u00a0\u201cMy goal is to improve as a player and earn as many minutes as possible as a freshman. I hope to win a Horizon League Championship during my four years at RMU.\u201d<\/p>\n Alicia Gonzalez\u00a0| Freshman | Goalkeeper<\/p>\n