I started playing soccer when I was 5 years old. I have always had a strong passion for the game. When I was 10 years old, I took a short break to explore other sports, but came right back to soccer. In the 8th grade I joined a competitive academy level team. This allowed me to expand my knowledge of the game and become a better player. My first club season was cut short due to COVID, I used this time to practice in my yard to become better and stay fit. <br /> My freshman year I played both club soccer and for my high school. I made the junior varsity team and got moved up to varsity when it was time for playoffs. Ever since then I have been on the varsity team and this year, I made captain. <br /> My goal has always been to play soccer at the next level. As I mentioned earlier, I have a strong passion for the game. I made sure to always be early to practice, attend every game and work hard. Off the field, I maintain a 3.9 GPA, hold a part-time job, and help at home with chores and driving my siblings around. Within my first two months of starting my job I was recognized as a leader and was training new employees. <br /> I want to go to college to pursue my dreams and get a great job in finance. My parents went to college, but they did not have many opportunities like I do. I want to make my parents and family proud by going to college to show that I care about them and thank them for everything that they have done for me for the last 17 years.<br />