Austin McElroy '23 Recruiting Profile

Committed. Coachable. Adaptable. Punctual. Agile.  

I love the game of soccer and have been playing for eight years.  During my first season, I was asked to consider playing with the academy team. Even at a young age, I set personal goals to improve my game and stretched myself to meet those goals. Each year I continue to set the bar high for myself.

From my first recreation coach to my current SCCL coach, I have continued to learn from their training and apply in my games. I have been able to take foundational concepts learned at an early age and enhance them with newer skills each season.

I have had the opportunity to play multiple positions over the years.  My preferred position is attacking mid followed by left back. One of my strengths is that I am ambidextrous and as a result, I am able to kick with either foot precisely.

As a child, I was taught that being on time is the same as being late.  I like to be the first to arrive at practice and our games. Being early allows me to be better prepared for unknown circumstances and ready to go. 

Soccer is both mental and physical.  On the field, I can quickly make decisions that benefit my team. Off the field, I work hard to ensure I take care of my health and continue to sharpen my skills.