Sport: Soccer
Class: 2017
Age: 16
Claim to fame: Versatile, can play anywhere on the soccer field.
Bet you didn’t know: I have over 50 pairs of sneakers.
Toughest opponent/why? Myself, because I am constantly trying to overcome my own fears, failures, and weaknesses.
Favorite book: Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
Favorite movie: The Pursuit of Happyness
Favorite TV show: The Fosters
Favorite musical artist/song? Justin Bieber/Purpose
Favorite pro athlete/why? Lionel Messi — he is short like me but never allowed his size to stop him from being great.
Favorite smell: Food
Favorite home-cooked meal: Steak and mashed potatoes
Game-day rituals: Handshakes with teammates before the game.
Person who would play me in a movie/why? Kerry Washington — she’s amazing.
Words you live by: Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.”
Biggest influence/why? My parents — they consistently encourage me to do the right things and work hard for what I want while always putting God first.
I am most annoyed by: My parents calling me from another room to get something that’s two feet away from them.
You can’t live without: Food
Most embarrassing moment: Crying uncontrollably from the anesthesia after my ACL surgery and having no idea why I was even crying.
In 10 years, I’ll be: Successful
Best thing about soccer: Having the opportunity to travel and play against some of the most talented players in the country.
Worst thing about soccer: Injuries (I’ve had my fair share).
Vegetable I just won’t eat: Brussels sprouts
Favorite junk food: Chocolate chip cookies
Favorite school subject: Sports medicine
Last DVD or video game I bought: Call of Duty
Person whose brain you’d like to pick: Beyoncé
Love to trade places for a day with: President Barack Obama
When I’m bored, I like to: Shop
Worst habit: Biting my lips.
On your bedroom walls: Pictures
Talent I’d most like to have: Singing
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