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Meet Maya Towns: America's Top Youth Soccer Star | Sports Stars of Tomorrow

October 15, 2024
Mya Townes led John Champe High School to its first team sport state championship while earning recognition as America's top youth soccer player.

Ranked as the nation's top youth soccer player by United Soccer Coaches, Mya Townes delivered a historic championship to John Champe High School in the Washington, D.C. area. Her technical skills and competitive drive have attracted professional interest at age 17.

Training at the elite St. James facility in Virginia, Townes continues developing her game while weighing options. Her commitment to the University of Georgia prioritizes further development over immediate professional opportunities as she eyes the 2028 Olympics.