Azusa Pacific University Athletics

THIS YEAR:  A promising newcomer, freshman Diego Rios is a talented player who looks to play a key role in the seasons to come … Returns to soccer after a  year off … Has plenty of upside to his game … Recovering from an off-season injury.

HIGH SCHOOL:  As a 2017 senior was an all-state first-team pick for state powerhouse Archbishop Murphy High in Everett, Wash., after leading the Wildcats to a perfect 22-0 record and their third straight state 2A championship … Scored a goal in AMHS’ 8-0 state title game victory over East Valley High (Yakima, Wash.) … Finished his high school career helping the Wildcats to a 42-game winning streak … Archbishop Murphy was the first school in 25 years to win three straight Washington state titles … Played four varsity years under head coach Mike Bartley.

PERSONAL Son of Juan and Shelly… He has two sister and six brothers… pursuing a degree in business management.