Mitts, who co-owns the facility with former Reds and Yankees slugger, Paul O’Neill, will be playing in the FIFA World Cup in Germany, June 23 through July 17.
St. Ursula's Claire Weigand (left) and Heather Mitts (center) worked out at DI Cincinnati, June 10. Photo Nick Dudukovich/Staff
Mitts worked out with the group for about an hour and half and said the training would teach the girls what it’s like to train at a high level.
“It was great…to be able to come to DI and to share a hard workout with the girls, so they can see what it takes, they really got a lot out of it, and obviously I enjoyed it as well,” she said.
St. Ursula student Claire Weigand relished the opportunity to share the field with one of her soccer role models.
“It was a good experience to see how she works and to be right next to her and to see what she does,” Weigand said. “It’s incredible she was here with us. You totally forget how famous she is and how good a soccer player she is.”
While in town, Mitts also conducted the CBTS Heather Mitts Soccer Camp at Sycamore High School.
The St. Ursula alumna missed the previous two World Cups because of injury.
Heather Mitts performs a drill at D1 Cincinnati in Sharonville, June 10. Photo Nick Dudukovich/Staff
Mitts, 33, is a two-time Olympic gold medalist. She should serve as strong veteran presence on the United States’ squad this summer.
“I think I’m one of the more veteran experienced players. I think I’ll be able to help my teammates out, I’m not sure how much I’ll be playing, based on the injury, but I’ll be there supporting my team,” she said. “And if I do get an opportunity to play, going out there, helping them win.”
