FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | DATE: October 24, 2024
Star goalkeeper & M:7 Sports Athlete to join Friars in 2026
Maria Ravotti, a junior at Shady Side Academy in Fox Chapel, PA, has committed to attending Providence College in Rhode Island where she’ll play for the Friars Women’s Soccer Team starting in 2026. So far, in her high school career, the 6’0”, 140 lb. goalkeeper has played every minute of every game, racking up nearly 400 saves, 22 shutouts, and a .093 goals against average.
“It’s been a dream of mine to play soccer at the collegiate level, and I look forward to being a Providence Friar and the chance to contribute to their program,” said Ravotti. “I’d like to thank all of the coaches who have helped me along the way as well as my teammates, friends, and family for their continual support.”
After transferring from Aquinas Academy to Shady Side Academy her sophomore year, Ravotti was instrumental in the Bulldogs outstanding 2023 season (17-5-1) in which they were WPIAL AA 4 Conference Champs, WPIAL Runner-Up, and a 2023 PIAA Final Four participant. For her excellence in net, she has been recognized with three straight All-Conference selections and a 2023 All-WPIAL selection.
She developed her footwork with FC Pittsburgh in 2020-21 before joining the Pittsburgh Riverhounds 08 ECNL where she continues to showcase her talents and hone her skills. An honors student with an impressive 3.85 GPA, Ravotti currently plans to study either science or business at Providence. She also competes in hurdles and long jump for the Bulldogs Varsity Track Team.
“I love the game and am thrilled for the opportunity to play college soccer while pursuing my future career,” added Ravotti. “Until then, I still have a lot of soccer to play at this level where I’ll continue to sharpen my game and do all I can to help my teams win.”
Ravotti is an M:7 Sports Athlete, having her athletic brand marketed by M:7 Sports — an integrated sports agency serving athletes and their recruitment marketing and representation needs. To follow her athletic journey, visit page.m7sports.agency/mariaravotti.
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