Position: Midfielder
Height: 5-11
Weight: 164 lbs
Born: April 7, 2008
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
High School: Elk Grove Charter School
Youth Club: Clovis Crossfire
Joined Republic FC: March 21, 2025 (Academy Contract)
Career Bio
Sacramento native Diego Mellado has been a part of Republic FC’s Academy since 2022 and has logged over 100 appearances with more than 10 goals and 30 assists. Along with Jackson Montero, he attends Elk Grove Charter School – Republic FC’s education partner to support academy and first team players – where students can continue their education with individualized programs that provide flexibility for training and travel schedules. Mellado joined Republic FC after spending time with Clovis Crossfire.