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Athlete ID: A-1135

Mia Derrico

Old Tappan High School

Sport(s): BASKETBALL, LACROSSE, SOCCER

Birthday: January 2007

Graduation Year: 2026

Hometown: Harrington Park, New Jersey

Birthday

January 2007

Graduation Year

2026

Hometown

Harrington Park, New Jersey

Biography:

Mia Derrico - Multi-Sport Athlete

Mia Derrico, Class of 2026, is a talented multi-sport athlete at Old Tappan High School in New Jersey. Mia brings the same competitive drive and athleticism to the soccer field that she shows in basketball and lacrosse.  Consistent and dynamic, Derrico is a difference-maker every time she steps on the field or the court.

Lacrosse:

Mia Derrico is a dynamic midfielder and attacker for the Old Tappan High School girls lacrosse team, known for her scoring ability, tenacity, and all-around impact on the field. After a breakout sophomore season with 43 goals and 13 assists, she is looking to have an outstanding 2025 season. Mia’s combination of offensive firepower and defensive hustle makes her a key playmaker and leader for Old Tappan Girls Lacrosse. Mia will continue with her love for lacrosse as she has committed to Sacred Heart University after graduation. 

Basketball:

​Mia Derrico is a guard for the Old Tappan High School girls basketball team, recognized for her consistent scoring and leadership on the court. Wearing jersey number 22, she has steadily emerged as a key offensive contributor for her squad. In the 2024-2025 season, she contributed significantly averaging 7.7 points per game over 27 games. Her efforts earned her First Team All-Bergen County honors and a spot on the National Division First Team. 

Over the past few years playing for Old Tappan, Mia has expanded her game with reliable shooting from inside and beyond the arc, demonstrating marked improvement in her scoring efficiency and overall impact on the court as she continues to develop into a well-rounded playmaker for the Golden Knights. Mia's dedication and performance have made her a key player for Old Tappan Girls Basketball.

Soccer:

Mia Derrico is an all-around great soccer player for Old Tappan, showcasing her versatility and impact during the 2024–2025 season. As a junior, she contributed three goals and two assists, helping power her team to key wins throughout the year. She scored in back-to-back shutouts against Demarest and Indian Hills and delivered clutch assists in victories over Demarest and Tenafly. Whether finishing plays or creating opportunities, 

In addition to her offensive contributions, Mia Derrico is a strong and dependable defender on the soccer field. She plays with grit and determination, regularly disrupting opposing attacks and winning key challenges. Her positioning and hustle make her a reliable presence on the field, helping to anchor Old Tappan’s defense throughout the season

Latest Articles

Senior Night Moment Lifts Old Tappan in 59 to 44 Win Over River Dell

Feb 19, 2026

Senior Night carried extra weight inside the gym as the Old Tappan Golden Knights honored Mia Derrico, Nina Caunedo, Sienna Drullinsky, and Sadie Murphy before their 59 to 44 win over the River Dell Golden Hawks. The most powerful moment came seconds after tipoff. Mia Derrico was sidelined for the season with a knee injury. She had not played a game all season. On Senior Night, she returned to the starting lineup. The opening tip was directed to her. She caught the ball, drove straight to the basket, and finished with a layup. Those two points were her first and only basket of the season. The crowd erupted. Teammates swarmed her. The moment set the tone for the night. From there, Old Tappan handled business. The first quarter ended tied at 16. The Knights led 25 to 24 at halftime. They created separation in the third quarter, outscoring River Dell 16 to 9. An 18 point fourth quarter closed the door. Drullinsky led all scorers with 30 points, dominating with her jump shot and converting six free throws. Nina Caunedo added 10 points with two three pointers. Sadie Murphy knocked down two shots from beyond the arc for six points. Alexa Caunedo scored eight. Alivia Badurina added a three. Mauimi Quiros, Madison Plescia, Farrah Ibrahim, Katie Degennaro, and Joley Giordano all saw action and contributed with defense, movement, and energy that helped control the pace. Old Tappan improved to 17 and 6. Senior Night delivered emotion, resilience, and a moment Mia Derrico will carry long after the final buzzer.

Old Tappan edges Ridgewood in overtime thriller

Sep 11, 2025

Old Tappan stayed unbeaten with a 4-3 overtime win over Ridgewood on Thursday afternoon. Elena Pothos opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, but Ridgewood answered with two goals from Lilli Granert to take a 2-1 lead after the first period. Pothos struck again in the second to tie it, and Taylor Chisholm followed with a go-ahead goal before Gabriella Winn knotted the game at 3-3 heading into the third. Neither team scored in regulation, setting up overtime. Caroline Ognibene delivered the game-winner off an assist from Nina Caunedo to secure the win for Old Tappan. Pothos finished with two goals, while Ognibene and Chisholm added one each. Goalie Lea Savino recorded eight saves. For Ridgewood, Granert led the way with two goals and Winn added one. Goalie Emily Grathwohl had two saves. Old Tappan improved to 3-0, while Ridgewood fell to 2-2.