Steven Barreto '21 Recruiting Profile

I believe there is a purpose of why we're on this planet: mine is to play soccer at the highest level and impact as many lives along the way. Big dreams, demand more work. It takes countless ours of hard work, persistence, dedication, discipline, focus and most importantly, the openness to learn. My philosophy consists of three things: being my absolute best, inspiring and helping others, and being grateful for the opportunities that I'm blessed with to receive and create. I'm never satisfied and always strive to become a better person on and off the field. For this reason, I work hard in the classroom, I practice before school individually and after school with my team, I workout on a daily basis, and I have a strong emphasis on my nutrition. Apart from the knowledge offered from school, I infuse my intellect with specialized knowledge on business and success tactics found in books, audiobooks, mentors, and experience. I also help my community by providing personal training sessions and designing tailored lifestyle programs. Furthermore, I am a confident leader on and off the field. By making quick decisions, leading by example, believing in others, and having good intentions, I've humbly received the title of a leader by many people. Likewise, I'm a motivational and selfless teammate. As much as a I like winning, it's impossible to win a game without a team effort. I put myself on the line for anyone that I play alongside and uplift my peers when in difficulty. At any game on any field, I will give my absolute best to represent my team and my passion for the game. By surrounding myself with like-minded individuals and continuing to give my absolute all, anything is possible. Playing at the collegiate level will foster my goal of becoming a professional soccer player and prepare me for the challenges life has to offer after graduation.