Mia Fishel Has Joined U.S. Under-23 Soccer Squad
The Seattle Reign FC forward is among 24 players called to the national training camp in Georgia.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Soccer
Mia Fishel has been named to the 24-player United States Under-23 Women's National Team squad for a training camp in Fayetteville, Georgia. The team is comprised entirely of NWSL players and is set to face the Dominican Republic in two upcoming matches.
Why it matters
This selection provides international match experience for Fishel, who has earned three senior national team caps during her career. The camp serves as a development opportunity for the group of domestic professionals as they prepare for international competition.
The 24-player squad includes eight forwards and five overage players, while three total representatives from Seattle Reign FC were selected for the training camp.
The players
Mia Fishel
She is a professional soccer player for Seattle Reign FC who has previously earned three caps for the U.S. senior national team.
Seattle Reign FC
This is an American professional women's soccer club that competes in the NWSL and contributed three players to the U.S. U-23 roster.
The details
Fishel, a forward who plays for Seattle Reign FC, is one of five overage players selected for the current training cycle. The team will hold its camp at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center before concluding the series with two matches.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: The training camp begins in Fayetteville, Georgia.
October 9, 2026: The team plays the first of two matches against the Dominican Republic.
October 13, 2026: The final match against the Dominican Republic takes place and the camp concludes.
Season Trajectory
This camp reflects a broader emphasis on utilizing the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center to bridge the gap between NWSL experience and international play. By focusing on domestic talent, the program aims to broaden the player pool available for future senior team selections.
The selection marks a return to the national team setup for Fishel, who last appeared for the senior team in 2023. Her performance in these two matches will be a key indicator of her current form for both her NWSL club and potential future senior national team call-ups.
The takeaway
Players like Fishel use these training cycles to maintain fitness and tactical sharpness during the competitive NWSL season. Engaging in international matches allows domestic athletes to test their skills against diverse tactical styles found in other national programs.
Further reading
For more on the national program's development efforts, visit Soccer.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Bernews.
