Nick Legnaioli '21 Recruiting Profile

I plan to reach my full potential as a student athlete. I understand success, whether it be in the classroom or on the football field, requires focus, dedication and hard work. There will be obstacles and maybe a few hardships, but I have grit and will persevere.

I have been told the college years are a time of personal & academic growth.  I'm somewhat undecided in choosing a field of study, but I'm leaning toward agronomy/turf management. Academics are just as important as athletics, and I understand a healthy balance between both is necessary for success on and off the field.

Playing sports has been a vital part of my childhood. No matter the sport, I enjoyed the competition. Throughout grade school and middle school, I played soccer, basketball, football and ran track. For many years, I was the team captain inspiring and motivating my teammates. Now that I’m in high school entering my junior year, I participate in football, basketball and track. However, playing football is my passion.

As a freshman, I contributed in multiple ways as our football team was undefeated in the 2018 season. I was the team captain inspiring and leading my teammates. The positions I played were running back, outside linebacker and kicker. I also kicked for the JV and Varsity teams.

As a sophomore, I was asked to play varsity and helped lead our team to the Illinois State Semifinals under Coach Mike Noll’s leadership. The positions I played were defensive back, slot receiver, and kicker/punter.

I am a consistent and accurate field goal kicker, am a great tackler, possess top-end speed, and have natural instincts on the field. I’m a hard-nosed, hard-working player. I practice as hard as I play. 

I’m humble in my abilities and don’t require accolades. I’m simply motivated by my love of the game.