Charlie Caruso '19 Recruiting Profile

I am a 6'0" 210lbs linebacker from Oswego, Illinois and I will be graduating in 2019.  I am a 4-year starter.  I have played running back, wide receiver, tight end, linebacker, and kicker on my school team.

Ideally, I would like to be in a school with a great "college town" atmosphere. I am interested in all schools. I would be willing to travel further to a school with a less out-of-pocket expense.

I would like to be at a program where I would make a big contribution early in my career. I am looking for an institution where I can find the right balance between the classroom and the field. I would like to pursue a university with an outstanding academic reputation. Ideally, my athletic environment would be one where I could make an immediate impact on the team.

"I envision my college years to be a personal growth period. On the field, I plan to be a dynamic player and positive influence on the team. As I grow both physically and mentally throughout my college football career, I will strive to be an asset to the team at whatever position I am needed at. Most importantly, I will conduct myself with honor and respect on and off the field, knowing that the way I carry myself reflects my team, my coaches, and the school I attend."

My experiences have taught me to relish hard work and perseverance. Through football, I learned important lessons regarding hard work, discipline, and critical thinking that I will directly apply to my work on and off the field. I know my success in school and beyond is contingent upon my willingness to put in the unglamorous hours necessary to excel. I am committed to applying myself fully and enthusiastically in every way possible to ensure this.