Athlete of the Week: January 5–11, 2026

Congratulations to Mia A. ’29 on being selected as our Athlete of the Week!

Canterbury Girls Soccer had a memorable week, earning two victories over ECS and capturing the Private 8 Championship on the road with a dominant 3-0 win against Bishop Verot - a program milestone, as the Cougars had not defeated Verot since 2021.

Mia played a pivotal role in the championship match, contributing to all three goals. She assisted on the first two goals and then sealed the victory with an impressive solo effort for the third. Earlier in the week, Mia added two more assists in the Private 8 semifinal against ECS, continuing her strong impact on both sides of the ball.

Head Coach Alex Samson shared, “Mia’s work rate, composure, and competitiveness set the tone for our team. She consistently puts her teammates in great positions to succeed and isn’t afraid to rise to the moment when it matters most. Her performance this week was exactly what championship soccer looks like.”

Coach Samson continued, “We hope Mia continues to bring this same intensity and leadership as we head into the final stretch of the season and prepare for the playoffs. She is a difference-maker every time she steps on the field.”

The Cougars will look to carry their momentum forward as they host Oasis on Thursday, January 15, at 5:30 p.m.

We are proud to recognize Mia for her outstanding performances and continued commitment to Cougar soccer. Congratulations, Mia, on being named Athlete of the Week! 💙 🐾