Sariyah Bailey, a freshman from LSU Soccer, has been selected to join Canada Soccer's U-20 National Team for their April camp in Costa Rica. She is one of 30 players invited to participate in training and friendly matches as the team prepares for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland this September. Head Coach Cindy Tye emphasized the camp鈥檚 role in evaluating talent and enhancing the competitive standards of the squad. Bailey's selection not only showcases her talent but also reinforces LSU Soccer's pipeline of players competing internationally. This marks Bailey's second national team call-up after recently joining the U.S. Women鈥檚 U-19 National Team camp in February.

By the Numbers
  • Bailey is among 30 players selected for Canada鈥檚 U-20 squad.
  • The camp includes two matches against Costa Rica on April 13 and April 16.
State of Play
  • Bailey aims to build her experience for future competitions while representing Canada.
  • This opportunity highlights LSU Soccer's ongoing commitment to developing elite talent.
What's Next

As Bailey participates in the camp, she will have the chance to showcase her skills against top talent, potentially impacting her future placements in international competitions. Following the camp, she will shift focus to her upcoming sophomore season with the LSU Tigers.

Bottom Line

Bailey's call-up to the Canadian U-20 team represents a significant achievement early in her career and underscores the effectiveness of LSU Soccer's development program, emphasizing their role in nurturing players for international competition.