Steven Hannon '27 Recruiting Profile

My dream has always been to compete at the highest level of collegiate athletics while pursuing a world-class education, and I am committed to putting in the hard work and dedication necessary to achieve this; however, I am not just looking for a place to play, I am looking for a program that shares my values of integrity, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence both on and off the field and I am determined to contribute to a team culture that prioritizes these values and fosters a winning mentality. This, along with my deep passion for the game of football and my unwavering commitment to excellence is what sets me apart as a valuable asset to any program that values and prioritizes the same. 

In terms of my character, I pride myself on being a leader both on and off the field. I believe in leading by example, showing respect to coaches, teammates, and opponents, and always giving my best effort. I am a dedicated student-athlete who understands the importance of time management and maintaining academic excellence. I believe in pushing myself to excel in the classroom just as I do on the field, as I understand that success in academics and athletics go hand in hand as I pursue the goal of becoming the best person I can be. 

Athletically, I bring a unique blend of skills to the table combined with a strong football IQ.  I have worked tirelessly to improve my technique, speed, and strength. I am a versatile player who is capable of playing multiple positions both offensively and defensively and my work ethic, adaptability, and continuous commitment to improvement are qualities that make me an asset to my teammates, Coaches and overall team.  Having the opportunity to play football at IMG Academy as a student who lives on campus has and continues to prepare me for the added demands of being a collegiate level student-athlete by providing invaluable lived-experience that is similar to that of a college student-athlete. 

What truly sets me apart, however, is my unyielding determination to succeed and my willingness to put in the extra effort required to reach my goals and push the boundaries of my potential. I am not content with mediocrity; I strive for greatness in everything I do and seek to surround myself with like-minded people who share an "iron to sharpens iron" mentality and who understand that winning isn't the result of outscoring your opponent on the game field- its the result of outcompeting the version of who you were yesterday, each and every day.