Rising’s Hope Avayevu recieves team of the week honors

Rising drew against New Mexico United, 3-3, and took a win on penalties in its second Jägermaster Cup appearance. Avayevu was one of six players to score in regulation and had one assist.

Phoenix head coach Pa-Modou Kah credits the Ghanaian midfielder for being a constant for the club.

“[Avayevu] is one of our main creators in the game,” he said. “And I think he’s one of the best players we have as well.”

Phoenix Rising and Avayevu return home for regular USL action to face the Orange County SC on June 7 at 7:30 p.m.