Melissa Schroeter '15 Recruiting Profile

My main goal is to succeed in life, and find happiness within it. Whether it be soccer or school, I always try and be the best at it. I work hard for the things I'm passionate about, and do the best I can to reach my goals. Being a soccer player (goalie) gives me confidence, mostly because it really takes a person to step in front of a player about to kick a ball at you. It may be crazy, but I love it. Soccer makes me happy and light, every practice clears my mind and releases stress build up.  I've been playing since the 6th grade, and haven't stopped since. I've taken every opportunity I've had to make my skills sharper and more consistent, by going to goalie clinics and playing on two or maybe three teams at once. I'm different from the other recruits because I take in advice and constructive criticism, and do something with it. I'm easy to work with, and will try my hardest to be the best I can be. In school, it's the same way. If there's something that can be better, or something I don't understand, I will do everything I can to change that and become better. I can retain information and tips easily, which helps coaches or teachers with helping me. I am motivated and passionate for the things that I love, with soccer being first on that list.