Player Announcements

Rally Madison FC Sign Marquette University Midfielder, Capri Oliviero, Ahead of First Season

Wisconsin-native To Join RMFC For Inaugural Year

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have announced the addition of midfielder, Capri Oliviero, ahead of the club’s inaugural season. Oliviero joins the squad as a dynamic attacking presence with experience across both club and collegiate levels.

At Marquette University, Oliviero appeared in all matches as a sophomore with four starts. During her junior year season in 2025, she scored her first-career goal in a 3-1 victory over St. John’s. Oliviero has been presented with BIG EAST All-Academic Team honors along the way.

Before her collegiate career, Oliviero was a two-year letterwinner at the University School of Milwaukee, where she earned First Team All-Conference as a junior in 2022. A multi-sport powerhouse, she also made notable appearances for the Wildcats in cross country and basketball.

During her time with the SC Wave, Oliviero helped the club squad secure seven state championships, including two national titles in 2019 and 2022.

“It’s a privilege to be part of Rally Madison’s inaugural season and help build a strong foundation for the club and the future of women’s soccer in Madison,” Oliviero said.

Oliviero will take the pitch with Rally Madison FC in tonight’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single-game match tickets, or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.

Rally Madison FC Sign Defender, Summer Steel, For 2026

UW-Parkside Defender To Play For RMFC Inaugural Year

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have announced the addition of defender, Summer Steel, ahead of the club’s first season.

Steel began her collegiate career after playing high school soccer at Oregon High School, where she became the program’s all-time winningest player. During her time at Oregon, Steel helped the Panthers secure two State Championships in both 2022 and 2024. She picked up First Team All Conference, Second Team All Conference, First Team All Region and Honorable Mention All State selections along the way.

Steel joined the UW-Parkside Rangers in 2025, appearing in 12 matches and starting in two. She would go on to log 428 total minutes in the season, with one shot on frame.

“I am really excited to join Rally Madison FC and to have the opportunity to play close to home,” Steel said. “Being able to represent a club in front of a community that has supported me throughout my soccer journey means a lot to me.”

Steel will take the pitch with Rally Madison FC in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single-game match tickets, or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.

Rally Madison FC Signs Hometown Midfielder, Catherine Arnold, For 2026 Season

UW-La Crosse Midfielder Joins Rally Inaugural Year

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have signed midfielder, Catherine Arnold, ahead of the program’s inaugural season. Arnold will be joining her sister Izzy on the pitch, where the two will represent the club together to make history in their hometown.

Arnold made her collegiate debut at UW-La Crosse after a standout career at Madison West High School, where she helped lead the Regents as team captain to a runner-up finish at the 2025 state tournament. She was also a part of the state runner-up squad in 2023 before securing a State Cup championship the following season, in 2024.

The midfielder also accumulated accolades of her own, earning All-Star Game MVP in 2025 and scoring her first collegiate goal — unassisted on a corner kick — against UW-Oshkosh in 2026. 

“I am so excited to be in my hometown playing with my sister. I look forward to playing with players from across the state and from high levels,” Arnold said. “I hope Rally continues to encourage people to support women’s sports.”

Arnold will take the pitch in front of her hometown crowd with Rally Madison FC in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single-game match tickets, or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.

Rally Madison FC Signs Minnesota Duluth Goalkeeper, Jordan “Jojo” Rosenfeld, Ahead of First Season

Madison-native To Play For RMFC Inaugural Year

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have announced the addition of goalkeeper Jordan “Jojo” Rosenfeld ahead of their inaugural season. Rosenfeld joins the squad as a promising young keeper with experience across multiple levels.

Rosenfeld made her collegiate debut at Minnesota Duluth in 2024 as a freshman after a notable career at Verona Area High School. During her time at Verona, Rosenfeld earned All-Conference Honorable Mention in 2023, followed by All-Conference First Team in 2024. She also served as team captain for the 2023 and 2024 seasons, helping lead the team to two conference championships and three regional titles. The program recognized Rosenfeld’s standout campaign by presenting her with the “Clapson” Goalkeeper Award for selflessness and positivity.

Rosenfeld was also a four-year member of FC Wisconsin ECNL, contributing to two national playoff appearances, and has two futsal regional championships under her belt. 

“I’m looking forward to playing with some really talented people this season,” Rosenfeld said. “Madison is my hometown, and I’m excited to represent it.”

Rosenfeld will take the pitch with Rally Madison FC in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single-game match tickets, or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.

Rally Madison FC Sign Forward, Eve Gricius, For 2026

Oconomowoc-native Joins Rally 

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have signed striker, Eve Gricius, for their inaugural season. 

Gricius spent her high school career playing for Oconomowoc where she was a massively successful multi-sport athlete. 

Following high school, Gricius began her collegiate career at Illinois State University in 2024. She made 17 appearances in her freshman year where she scored two goals (both game winning) and notched one assist. In 2025 she appeared in all 22 matches of her sophomore campaign, making 13 starts and scoring one goal. 

“I am super excited to be joining such an extremely talented group of girls with Rally Madison FC,” said Gricius. “It is an amazing opportunity that I am excited to be a part of!”

Gricius will take the pitch with Rally Madison FC in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single game match tickets or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com. 

Rally Madison FC Sign Hometown Midfielder/Striker, Emily Mikkelson, For First Season

Madison-native To Play For RMFC Inaugural Year

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have signed midfielder/striker, Emily Mikkelson, for their inaugural season. 

Mikkelson spent her high school career playing for Oregon where she helped her squad become conference champions and reach the state semi-finals in 2021. Oregon then went on to win the State Championship in 2022 and were voted #1 in the nation.

In 2022 Mikkelson kicked off her incredible collegiate career with UW-Parkside where she was a four-year starter, playing in 77 matches for the Rangers. Mikkelson racked up an impressive 18 goals and a conference-leading 22 assists. She picked up First Team All Conference, Second Team All Conference, Second Team All Region and All Tournament Team selections along the way. 

“I’m incredibly excited for the opportunity to represent my hometown in Rally Madison FC’s inaugural season,” said Mikkelson. “Playing in front of the community that shaped me means everything to me!”

Mikkelson joins the squad ahead of Rally Madison FC taking the pitch for the first time ever in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single game match tickets or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com. 

Rally Madison FC Adds Defender, Carly Christopher, To 2026 Roster

Marquette University Defender To Play For Madison

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have signed Illinois-native, Carly Christopher, for their inaugural season. 

Early in her career, Christopher played for Chicago FC United where she found immense success helping lead the team to finish in the top-eight in the nation in 2021 and a second place regional finish. 

Christopher began her collegiate career in 2023 at Marquette University where she appeared in 33 matches across three years. She found her first goal for the Golden Eagles in 2024 against Mercyhurst and notched the game-winning assist over NIU in 2025. 

“I am incredibly excited and grateful to be part of such an amazing opportunity,” said Christopher. “I can’t wait to meet so many new girls and compete alongside my college teammates. I’m also especially excited to be coached by the talented Giuliano Oliviero. I’m looking forward to growing as a player while spending time in the beautiful city of Madison.” 

Christopher will take the pitch for the very first time with Rally Madison FC in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single game match tickets or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.

Top Wisconsin Defender, Madelynn Arthur, Joins Rally Madison FC

Sussex-native Set To Play For Madison In 2026

MADISON, WI: Rally Madison FC have signed Wisconsin-native, Maddie Arthur, for their inaugural season. 

Arthur started to find early success playing for Hamilton High School in Sussex where she was selected to the First Team All-Conference twice and once for the First Team All-State in 2025. Arthur has had a tremendous youth career having won numerous State Cups and finding massive success in the Girls Academy and with Club team, SC Wave. 

Following high school, Arthur will begin her collegiate career with Old Dominion in the Fall of 2026. 

“I can’t wait to play for Rally FC and have the opportunity to train and compete with the many talented players already signed,” said Arthur. 

Arthur will kick off the inaugural Rally Madison FC season in this week’s pre-season friendly against Chicago House AC on May 15th at Breese Stevens Field. The team will then take on Minnesota Aurora in the Club’s USL W League Home Opener match on May 23rd. Fans can now support Rally Madison by becoming season ticket members, purchasing single game match tickets or shopping RMFC merch. 

About Rally Madison FC: Rally Madison will begin play in May of 2026, featuring the top pre-professional players in the country. More information on the Club and USL W League can be found at www.rallymadisonfc.com.