Personal Statement
Hi, my name is Mario Ulizzi. I am a 16 year old soccer player from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. My passion and dedication for soccer is unmatchable! I will prove to be the most athletically driven individual as I am very coachable, extremely determined and driven beyond belief to reach my full potential on and off the field.
I aspire to attend a college where I can continue to play at a high level of competitive soccer and gain an unbelievable education. I currently compete on a highly ranked cup team, Arsenal FC of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I helped lead the team to the State Finals last spring. We compete at some of the top, most competitive tournaments around the area and beyond. We are coached by the highest ranked licensed coaches in the area. I have been a member of Arsenal FC for 8 years. I most often play as an outside midfielder, as my speed is a huge contributor to the team. When needed, I play as a forward or center midfielder as well.
At the high school level, I continue, since freshman year, with my starting position as a midfielder. As in cup soccer, my speed and skill level have proven to be a key factor in generating and maintaining a huge amount of offense and scoring opportunities for the team. I attend Montour High School and helped lead the team, for the first time in 10 years, to the Quarterfinals in the WPIAL playoffs. I am looking forward to taking on a leadership role in the years to follow on this young, aspiring team.
Off the field, my interests include, first and foremost, thanking God for all that I have been blessed with in life. I am an avid church goer and do my best to volunteer as much time as possible to the church. I enjoy working within my families businesses as time permits as well. I am also a referee for the local township soccer association. I also enjoy on my spare time working out, swimming, biking and spending valuable time with my family.
I hope this helps for a better understanding of who I am. My hopes through this personal statement, that it emphasizes my dedication and strong desire to reach my full potential on and off the field.
Thank you,
Mario Ulizzi
