Gael Rodriguez-O'Donnell '25 Recruiting Profile

I am a versatile midfielder - defensive, attacking and left wing. My goal is to play college soccer at the most competitive level possible, while also getting an excellent education and making lifelong connections.
My strengths are ball control and recovery, field awareness, precise passing, and goal assists. My coach, Luis Satorra, can tell you that I am driven and always eager to learn and improve. I take my academics and sports training very seriously, and have been fortunate to be part of an amazing soccer community at Triangle United.
I put a lot of effort into my training and follow my coach's guidance on areas to improve. Outside team practice I am dedicated to consistent weight training and mobility/physical therapy in order to build strength, rehab and prevent injuries.
Last summer (July 2023), our team lost in the finals at the NPL National Tournament, which was disappointing, and also a moment that our team handled well. I am always going to contribute to a supportive team culture even when things don't go the way we want, and that’s the type of team I want to be on. 
I am well aware of the challenges and discipline that is required to play at the college level while also excelling academically, and I have the drive and the passion for it. I am also realistic about this process, knowing that with a large transfer pool, I have to show YOU that I deserve a closer look. 
Please check out my most recent 2024 MLS Next U19 highlights video!