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Reina Casas from Bloomfield Soccer Club has secured a full athletic scholarship to Arizona State University after showcasing her talent during the Girls Academy Summer Showcase. As a rising junior at Mount St. Dominic Academy, she excelled as a midfielder/forward, leading her team with impressive statistics and contributing to their success in various tournaments. Her decision to join Arizona State was influenced by its strong athletics and academic program, marking a significant milestone in her athletic career and inspiring peers in the soccer community.
Caldwell, NJ – Reina Casas, a talented soccer player from the Bloomfield Soccer Club, has officially accepted a full athletic scholarship to attend Arizona State University. This decision was prompted by an impressive performance during the Girls Academy Summer Showcase, which took place from June 19 to June 24 in Norco, California. The showcase attracted hundreds of college scouts evaluating players over three competitive games.
As a rising junior at Mount St. Dominic Academy, Casas’s athletic prowess as a midfielder/forward has earned her recognition. During her sophomore season, she was named to the second team of the All-Super Essex Conference–Liberty Division, an accolade voted on by divisional coaches. Contributions to her team included scoring eight goals and providing five assists, which positioned her third on the team’s scoring list. Her efforts helped Mount St. Dominic achieve a solid 15-5 record for the season.
Under Casas’s leadership, her team made impressive strides in various tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals in the Essex County Tournament and advancing to the semifinals in both the Prep A tournament and the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association’s North Jersey, Non-Public A state tournament. These accomplishments reflect her skills on the field and her capacity to perform under pressure.
Scouts from Arizona State University were in attendance at the showcase and took notice of Casas’s talent, leading to the scholarship offer that she has since accepted. Her decision to join Arizona State is influenced not only by the athletics program but also by the university’s attractive campus and strong business program.
This scholarship marks a significant milestone in Casas’s soccer career and educational pursuits. The opportunity to play at a collegiate level is something many young athletes aspire to, and for Casas, it is a stepping stone toward her future goals both in sports and academics. The recognition from a prominent university such as Arizona State demonstrates her commitment and skill in the sport, and it further enhances her prospects for a successful athletic career.
Casas’s journey from high school soccer to collegiate athletics serves as an inspiration to her peers and showcases the potential that can be unlocked through dedication and hard work. With the support of her family, coaches, and teammates, she looks forward to the challenges and experiences that await her at Arizona State University.
As she prepares for this next phase of her life, the excitement surrounding her scholarship highlights the important role that athletics can play in the educational landscape. For many student-athletes, scholarships provide not only financial assistance but also opportunities for personal growth and development, paving the way for future successes.
The commitment of young athletes like Reina Casas to their sports illustrates the dynamic and competitive nature of high school athletics. Her recent achievement reinforces the importance of showcasing talent at events like the Girls Academy Summer Showcase, where scouts seek the next generation of collegiate athletes.
Moving forward, Casas will join the ranks of Arizona State University’s athletic programs, bringing her unique skills and experiences to the collegiate level. As she embarks on this new chapter, the soccer community in Caldwell and beyond will eagerly anticipate her contributions to her new team and how she balances her academic and athletic commitments.
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