Mila Michaela Ivits – Greek Soccer Star

Overview

Mila Michaela Ivits is a talented Greek soccer player who represents both her home country at the international youth level and competes collegiately in the United States. Currently playing as a forward for Long Beach State University, she has quickly established herself as one of Greece’s promising young soccer talents through her performances for the Greek U17 and U19 national teams.

Soccer Career

International Career with Greece

Mila has proudly represented Greece on the international stage, earning call-ups to multiple youth national teams:

Greece U17 National Team

• Selected for the Greece U17 Women’s National Team
• Made 11 appearances for the U17 squad
• Scored 1 goal during her time with the team
• Competed in UEFA European Championship qualifying matches

Greece U19 National Team

• Called up to the Greece U19 Women’s National Team
• Featured in UEFA Women’s U19 Championship qualifying matches
• Most recently appeared in matches during the 2025 qualifying campaign, including a match against Denmark U19 in April 2025

Her selection for both age groups demonstrates her consistent performance and importance to Greek women’s soccer development programs.

Collegiate Career at Long Beach State University

2025 Season (Freshman Year) Mila joined Long Beach State University’s women’s soccer program as one of four new international recruits for the 2025 campaign. Key details of her freshman season include:

• Position: Forward
• Jersey Number: 12
• Height: 5’6″
• Part of an ambitious recruiting class aimed at strengthening the Beach’s attack
• Joined alongside international teammates from Canada (Natelle El Mokbel), Germany (Yuna Demir), and Sweden (Thilde Alvberger)
• Competing in the Big West Conference, one of the most competitive conferences in NCAA Division I women’s soccer

The Long Beach State women’s soccer team, coached by Mauricio Ingrassia (who celebrated his 200th career win in 2024), has been voted as Big West favorites in recent seasons and regularly competes against top-25 nationally ranked teams.

Educational Background

HAEF Psychico College, Athens, Greece

Mila attended the prestigious Hellenic-American Educational Foundation (HAEF) Psychico College in Athens before moving to the United States. This elite educational institution is known for:

• Being part of the Athens College system, established in 1925
• Offering bilingual education in Greek and English
• Housing the Stefanos Delta Stadium with state-of-the-art athletic facilities
• Being the first school building in Greece to achieve Platinum LEED certification
• Providing International Baccalaureate (IB) programs
• Having produced numerous notable alumni including Greek Prime Ministers, business leaders, and professional athletes

The school’s strong athletic program and excellent facilities undoubtedly contributed to Mila’s development as an elite soccer player.

Long Beach State University, California, USA (Current)

• Major: Kinesiology
• Studying at one of California’s largest universities
• Balancing demanding Division I athletic commitments with academic responsibilities
• Part of the Big West Conference academic community

Personal Profile

• Hometown: Athens, Greece
• Height: 5’6″ (168 cm)
• Playing Position: Forward
• International Experience: Greece U17 and U19 National Teams
• Languages: Greek and English (bilingual education background)

Playing Style & Strengths

As a forward, Mila brings international experience and technical skills developed through the Greek youth national team system. Her ability to compete at both U17 and U19 levels while still in her teens demonstrates:

• Strong tactical understanding
• Technical proficiency
• Physical capabilities to compete at high levels
• Mental resilience to perform in international competitions

Career Aspirations

As a freshman at Long Beach State, Mila is at the beginning of her American collegiate soccer journey. Her goals likely include:

• Contributing to Long Beach State’s pursuit of Big West Conference championships
• Continuing her development with hopes of future selection to Greece’s senior national team
• Pursuing her Kinesiology degree to complement her athletic career
• Potentially pursuing professional soccer opportunities after college

International Tournament Experience

Through her participation in UEFA youth championships, Mila has gained valuable experience in:

• High-pressure tournament situations
• International competition against Europe’s best young players
• Representing her country on foreign soil
• Team dynamics in national team camps

Notable Achievements Summary

• Greece U17 National Team player (11 appearances, 1 goal)
• Greece U19 National Team player
• Competed in UEFA Women’s Youth Championship qualifying tournaments
• International recruit for Long Beach State University Division I soccer
• Part of LBSU’s ambitious 2025 recruiting class
• Graduate of prestigious HAEF Psychico College in Athens

Mila Michaela Ivits represents the next generation of Greek women’s soccer, combining her international experience with the opportunity to develop further in the competitive American collegiate system while pursuing her academic goals in Kinesiology.

Go Mila!