Denise Castro, a San Diego State women's soccer alum, will debut with the Mexican 23U National Team in upcoming matches against Norway and Sweden. Currently a professional player for Chivas Femenil, Castro has previously represented Mexico on the global stage, including participation in the 2019 17U World Cup. Throughout her college career, she was a consistent starter, ranking third in points and goals in program history. She is among three SDSU alums playing professionally, alongside Emma Gaines-Ramos and Hannah Keane.

By the Numbers
  • Castro played 577 minutes across nine matches in her professional season, scoring one goal.
  • She ranks third in SDSU program history with 84 points and 35 goals.
State of Play
  • Castro will participate in matches against Norway on June 5 and Sweden on June 8.
  • Fellow SDSU alum Emma Gaines-Ramos played 328 minutes last season with Tampa Bay, while Hannah Keane logged 145 minutes.
What's Next

As Castro prepares for her international debut, fans will be watching closely how she performs against tougher European competition, which could impact her professional career trajectory. Continued success could open doors for further opportunities in both national and international play.

Bottom Line

Denise Castro's achievements spotlight both her individual talent and the growing presence of San Diego State athletes in professional soccer. Her upcoming matches with the Mexican National Team may pave the way for further success on the world stage.