Daily News | Bucks County native Marissa Sheva plays for the Republic of Ireland women’s soccer team
Sellersville native Marissa Sheva debuted with the Republic of Ireland women's soccer team last month.The Irish American tradition in the Philadelphia region is as strong as anywhere in the country. But for Bucks County native Marissa Sheva, it goes even deeper.
Once the paperwork was done, the Irish squad called her up last month. On Feb. 22, she earned her debut cap in a scoreless tie with China in Spain.“Oh, it was awesome,” Sheva said. “The team and the staff were so welcoming. … I went in with very few expectations, so to be able to come out with my first international cap was really, really amazing, and I was really proud to represent Ireland.
“A lot of my mom’s relatives still live in Ireland, and they come over to visit and we spend holidays with them,” Sheva said. “So it’s deeper than just being eligible for citizenship. I’m truly proud to represent my family, represent Ireland, and make them proud.” But there were plenty of good things to talk about. This summer, Ireland will play in its first women’s World Cup, in a star-studded group with Canada, Nigeria, and co-host Australia. In April, the Irish will play the U.S. in a two-game set in Austin and St. Louis.
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