WPS sophomore represents U.S. in MIC soccer tourney

(June 22, 2023) Worcester

Preparatory School sophomore Ben McGovern recently represented Team ISL U16 in the Mediterranean International Cup (MIC) held in Costa Brava, Spain.

The MIC is an internationally renowned soccer tournament with over 30 countries represented, this year’s competition included: Liverpool FC, Juventus, Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid CF.

Players for this Barcelona-based team were selected from a multitiered nationwide search process.

Team ISL faced some of the most challenging opponents in the tournament, including last year’s champion Olympique de Marseille.

The team’s performance on the pitch was exceptional and Team ISL emerged as the champions of its bracket finishing with a 6-2 record.

McGovern’s selection to Team ISL is a testament to his hard work, dedication and talent on the soccer field.

He plays soccer year-round for a prestigious regional soccer team, Maryland United FC ECNL 07.

He is grateful for the opportunities MUFC has provided him and attributes his success to this great program and the coaching he has received.