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Daniel poku '16 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
My long term aspiration would be to complete 4 years of successful collegiate soccer and attend a well-rounded college that will shape my future academically. I am currently keeping my academic options open. I am interested in a school that challenges me mentally and piques my interests. I am also interested in a competitive athletic program. I currently play for Lincoln High School in Yonkers New York. A Class A league coached by Rich Fortuniewicz. I have a passion for the competitive environment and would like to further pursue my soccer career with a college where we mutually benefit.
I am a very quick and versatile player as a goalkeeper who has had experience in all positions on the field. My first year in high school i play Forwards in which i had 7 goals in that league season 2012-2013. the next year to follow i played Midfielders? where i got 12 goals. But my best year was this year where i play Goalkeeper. I was voted A all-league Varsity. i allow 8 goal during the league season.I have leadership qualities and am viewed as a team player. i was also captain of my team during the 2013-2014, 2014-2015.
What makes me different from other recruits in character, athletics and academics? I'm a team player. hard-working player who has the ability to lead when necessary in making sure the team as a whole is successful. I am an honor roll student. I also take AP classes and have been involved in various activities, such Mcjrotc, YSAP: Young Science Achievers Program.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #1
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Region, Honorable Mention All-State, 1st Team All-Conference
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place
- 2013 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #11
Individual Awards
- Honorable Mention All-Conference, captain
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place
- 2012 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #15
Individual Awards
- Honorable Mention All-Conference, Honorable Mention All-Region,
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Richard Fortuniewicz
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. CH Chemistry CH Geometry CH World ProblemAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. A.P. U.S. History A.P. World Problem A.P. Eco/GovernmentAwards and Activities
- Awards- All League Boys Varsity Soccer Player- 2013-2014 - All League boys Varsity Soccer Player- 2014-2015 -Black History Month Celebrates Certificate - 2013-2014 -Certificate of Appreciation Awarded for Participation in the Lincoln Lancers Walk-a-thon.- ,2012,2013 -Survivor Award for the Completion of 6th grade Social Studies & English.- 2009-2010 - certificate of promotion to Grade 9 on June 21,2012 - certificate of school spirit, citizenship, and leadership- 6/21/12 - certificate of Recognition in Recognition of Valuable Involvement at Lincoln High School - 12/17/12. - certificate for participation in the Vocal program for 2 year at Lincoln High School. -Award of Recognition in class participation and Good Conduct by Wakefield Grace United Methodist Church. June 26,2011
- Activities•Marine Corps JROTC 2012-present •Blood Drive- 2014-2015 •Veteran’s Day Parade – 2012-2013,2013-2014,2014-2015 •2 Drill Meets – 2013-2014, 2014-2015 •Relay for Life- 2013-2014 •Memorial Day Parade – 2012-2013,2013-2014,2014-2015 •Walk for AIDS- 2013-2014, 2014-2015 •Color Guard- winter and spring concert •Black History Month Performance – 2014-2015 •College Fair- 2012-2013,2013-2014,2014-2015 •Saint Patrick’s Day parade – 2012-2013,2013-2014,2014-2015
