Mickey joins Portland Hearts of Pine after a standout collegiate career at Carthage College in Wisconsin, and played for USL League Two\u2019s RKC Third Coast the summer of 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having grown up in Illinois, Mickey\u2019s love for soccer began at the age of 4 with local club FC1974 and Libertyville High School, where his team was ranked number 1 in the nation during his junior season. Inspired by his older brothers and following in their footsteps, he attended Carthage College in Wisconsin where he further developed his athletic abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mickey graduated from Carthage College in December 2024, where he finished as the all-time leader in points and goals scored. Mickey was named Wisconsin Player of the Year twice, and made history as the only player to earn All Conference First Team honors four times. Additionally, he was named to the All Region Team all four years of his collegiate career. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mickey joins Hearts of Pine with enthusiasm to work alongside Coach Bobby Murphy, captivated by the club\u2019s forward-thinking culture, positivity, and deep commitment to community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Further inspired by the endorsement of Maine native and renowned author Stephen King, Mickey\u2019s decision to move to Portland was reinforced. Mickey\u2019s father, Ike Reilly, leads the Chicago-based band The Ike Reilly Assassination, and after reaching out to King for his thoughts on Mickey\u2019s move, King responded with some encouraging words, \u201cPortland seems like catnip for a 22-year-old\u2026tell him Steve says go for it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n