Alvaro Ruiz-Mateos Season 2026

2025 (FRESHMAN)
• Made 11 appearances this season and earned three starts
• Finished the season with nine total shots and two on target
• Assisted on the game winner against No. 3 Ohio State on Aug. 21

WHY VIRGINIA TECH
• Chose Virginia Tech because it is a big school, has a good athletic department, and is great academically

PREP
• Attended and played soccer at Everest Monteclaro School

CLUB
• Spent time competing for Getafe F.C., Rayo Majadahonda F.C., Navalcarnero F.C., Estepona F.C., and San Sebastian de los Reyes F.C.

PERSONAL
• Son of Cristina Figueroa and Jose Maria Ruiz Mateos
• Has three sisters, Teresa, Maria, and Cristina, and one brother, Pepe
• His granduncle, Raphael, is a famous singer
• Majoring in Consumer Studies
• Is currently an entrepreneur running two businesses
• Enjoys playing golf when not competing
• His hobbies include wellness and playing sports in general with friends