Stephen Caponey '17 Recruiting Profile

I am a 6'1, 155 lb. Center Forward currently playing for Tynecastle FC. I am a team Captain.

I live in Arlington, WA and attend Arlington High School, Class of 2017.  I can bring many things to a team.  I am a dedicated and loyal person and teammate.  Physically, I bring speed and great ball control up top with accurate shots and ability to score with both feet.  My fastest mile time is 4:58. 

I prefer a school in Washington or as close as possible.  I am also interested in schools in Oregon, Idaho and California.

Financial assistance is important to me.

I am looking for a school with a good Kinesiology/ Sports Science program.  I have been playing soccer since age 4 and have an undying love for this sport.  It has always been my dream to play soccer in college and beyond, if possible!

I have been a varsity starter for four consecutive years, and have been awarded the Golden Boot Award for most goals scored each year.

I was announced as a 2014 Washington Youth Soccer Challenge Cup Golazo Best XI Honoree in the U15 Division 2 category.  I finished my Sophomore season with a second consecutive "Golden Boot Award" leading my team with 15 goals and was also named 1st Team All Conference, 1st Team All League,  2nd Team All Area and Offensive MVP.  I just finished my last high school season.  Our team made it to the second round of Districts. I finished this season with 15 goals and was chosen for 1st Team All Area. 

In spring of 2015, I attended an EXACT Soccer NorCal Spring Regional 15 ID Camp in Dublin, California where I was evaluated by Coach David Stockton of Cal State Monterrey Bay.  I am very proud of the marks I received and have taken to heart all of his advice and guidance.  Attached is his evaluation and performance report:

Skill set Overview (Rating: 100 Point Scale)

Technical Abilities - 89

Finishing - Has a knack for being in the right places, looks to score, and has the ability to finish.

Ball Control - Quality first touch in space, and controls the ball under pressure.

Tactical Abilities - 87

Vision - Field vision is very good. Constantly checking over shoulders on and off ball allows for quick decisions.

Field Spacing - Highly active and involved in the attack. Gives good distance of support and passing angles for teammates.

Physical Abilities - 89

Strength - Did a good job handling challenges and played well shoulder-to-shoulder.

Balance - Seemed to handle the challenges you faced well. Good job staying on your feet and not getting knocked off the ball.

Mental Abilities - 89

Competitiveness - Showed a strong desire to win and seems to enjoy the competition. Keep working hard!

Confidence - Great confidence, didn’t shy away when challenged at camp and played with a sense of urgency.

Coach Comments

Stephen is a very strong striker that is composed on the ball. He works very hard and can finish under pressure. As a 2017 grad, it will be great to follow Stephen and see him develop into an elite striker.