Spotlight – Rhea Moore makes history at age 15 during Pro Debut

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>USE THE PROMO CODE almasin30 for a discount on your first subscription</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Imagine playing against top-level ECNL competition at the national playoffs, and a few months later, you are playing against professional women soccer players in your pro debut. This might be your biggest moment in your soccer journey, but with [player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'], this just happened a week ago. Rhea made history as being the youngest goal scorer in league and U.S. women's professional soccer history.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] - Becomes the youngest player to score in a U.S. Professional Women's soccer match.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1964758703716143424","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1964758703716143424 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] is a steadfast forward for the U.S. Youth National team and recently competed in Europe. As a regular selection for the U.S. Youth National Team camps, Rhea was called earlier in the year to both the U-16 and U-17 WNT training camps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other awards at the club level ([program_tooltip program_id='278036' first='San' last='Juan SC']), ODP and ECNL include:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>U16 National Team Roster</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>U-16/U-17 ODP ( Olympic Development Program) National Selection Team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ODP Regional Team and ODP State Team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ECNL event Award Winner</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>ECNL Phoenix Showcase Invitee (2024)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Top Performers at COPA X Racing Louisville Talent ID Event - March 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Link to article -</strong> <strong>Top Performers at COPA X Racing Louisville Talent ID Event</strong> - <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2025/03/top-performers-at-copa-x-racing-louisville-talent-id-event/">https://prepsoccer.com/2025/03/top-performers-at-copa-x-racing-louisville-talent-id-event/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] Goal #1 - COPA Talent ID - March 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1905067253776925076","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1905067253776925076 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] Goal #2 - COPA Talent ID - March 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1905070198421586073","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1905070198421586073 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's just say that this list of accomplishments will continue to grow and we wish Rhea the best of luck in her soccer journey.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While covering her San Juan team and doing multiple evaluations on her play, one thing stood out at every match. Rhea is a certified goal scorer! In each of the three previous matches, she scored a minimum of 1 goal, with one game with a brace and another with a hat trick. There is no doubt that we will be seeing her playing up top in either the U-16 or U-17 team soon and eventually wearing the Red, White, and Blue at the senior level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] Hat Trick - San Juan vs. Pleasant Rage - Goal #1 - May 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1922141942231556449","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1922141942231556449 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] Hat Trick - San Juan vs. Pleasant Rage - Goal #2 - May 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1922142985401045259","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/1922142985401045259 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While doing game coverage and evaluating players, the greatest joy is connecting with parents and supporting their players to the next level. Whether it is to a college route, USYNT, a pro pathway invitation, or as pro players, my evaluations will be fair and consistent. I was fortunate to work with Rhea and her mom, Reyna, on this article. Here is an 8-question and answer segment on Rhea's journey so far as a professional women's soccer player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Eight Questions and Answers for [player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'] - Pro Debut with Dallas Trinity</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Question #1 - </strong>What was the feeling like signing onto a professional team? Did you get nervous, feel sick, or jump for joy?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - When I signed my academy contract, I was beyond happy it was such a special moment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Question #2 - </strong>Who did you look up to as a professional player?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - Sophia Smith is my favorite player and I look up to her</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Question #3 - </strong>What are some of the challenges of transitioning from ECNL to professional soccer?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - Some of the biggest challenges for me are making sure I take care of your body.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Q<strong>uestion #4</strong> - What advice would you give future pro soccer players trying to make a professional team?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - My advice is to just keep working hard and stay consistent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Q<strong>uestion #5</strong> - Did you know that if you scored in your Pro Debut that you would have the record for youngest player to ever score in a U.S. women's professional match?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - No, I didn't know at first, but when I found out, I was so happy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Q<strong>uestion #6</strong> - Now that you scored on your debut, what are 2-3 things you would like to accomplish in your first year as a soccer pro?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - My goal is to help the team in any way I can, while continuing to learn, grow, and leave better than when I came.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Q<strong>uestion 7</strong> - What is your Daily Schedule like?&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - Our schedule usually includes a meeting, then training, and on some days we also lift, followed by recovery.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Q<strong>uestion 8</strong> - Who would you like to thank for helping you get to where you are now?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rhea - I'd like to thank God, my parents, and all of my coaches over the years especially at San Juan, and Dallas Trinity for this opportunity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Making History - [player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore']'s Record Breaking Goal</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOSFgMBjGo0/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"instagram","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOSFgMBjGo0/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hoping to see U.S. women's soccer take more chances on signing youth players to their roster. The immense talent at the ECNL, GA, and college levels should not be overlooked. Also, it's great to see teams like Dallas Trinity leading the way in creating opportunities for youth players to compete at the pro level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["146239"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68c64d2b2dffd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Imagine playing against top-level ECNL competition at the national playoffs, and a few months later, you are playing against professional women soccer players in your pro debut. This might be your biggest moment in your soccer journey, but with [player_tooltip player_id='146239' first='Rhea' last='Moore'], this just happened a week ago. Rhea made history as being the youngest goal scorer in league and U.S. women's professional soccer history. While covering her San Juan team and doing multiple evaluations on her play, one thing stood out at every match. Rhea is a certified goal scorer! In each of the three previous matches, she scored a minimum of 1 goal, with one game with a brace and another with a hat trick. There is no doubt that we will be seeing her playing up top in either the U-16 or U-17 team soon and eventually wearing the Red, White, and Blue at the senior level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Again, I am grateful to have had this opportunity to interview Rhea on her pro debut. She was a bit shy when I asked her if she wanted it to be a Zoom interview, but maybe in future follow-ups down the road, we might get that. One thing I'm definitely sure of is that the skies are the limit with Rhea on her soccer journey. Rhea's next match with Dallas Trinity will be on 9/20/25.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->