My name is Riley Marino. I am a student-athlete currently entering my sophomore year at Immaculate Heart Academy. Ever since I was little I have been told I am a very coachable, team player with a rocket of a left foot. As with my current club team World Class FC ECNL G09, I am a team leader on and off the field and offer positive motivation to all my teammates. Through my motivation and determination to succeed I have worked hard to master proficiency of my right foot as well to now have coaches say I am a two-dimensional player with great passing skills. I support, contain, and tackle as I have captured the essence of my role on my team. As a good defender, I am strong in my tactical skills, my mental toughness, and my physical fitness.

These skills have led to success in my academics as well. Currently, I have a 4.47 GPA with Distinguished Honors all marking periods of my Freshman year at Immaculate Heart Academy while playing for both my high school team and my club ECNL team. I was nominated for best sophomore in the state and received All Conference United Division 2nd team. I scored the game winning goal for my high school in the state semi finals. During Playoffs in Seattle I scored the game wining goal in the group stage and was considered a top standout. I take to heart the words of my role model Lionel Messi ” You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work for it.” These words are words that help me “Play Like a Champion” every day.