John Gurrieri '24 Recruiting Profile

Soccer has always been a part of my life.   From the moment I started playing at three years old, I loved the sport. Throughout my soccer career, I played on multiple teams from town recreation to travel to club. I‘be played multiple positions but center defensive mid fielder is my favorite .

I learned, incredibly young, that life is what you make of it. You must take chances and put in the hard work.  As a center defensive midfielder, it is important to have strong tactical awareness skills.  I know how to pressure my opponents off the ball, how to anticipate an opposing player’s next move or pass, how to make controlled and smart passes to open spaces and I am not afraid to take shots, even from a distance. I keep my moves simple and concise. One of my greatest strengths is in creating plays that lead to assisted goals.  

I know I will push myself in the classroom and on the field.  I look forward to the next step in my education and am extremely excited to be part of a strong, competitive team.