When I was younger I was always outside, competing with my brothers to be the best at whatever I did, leading to my parents putting me into a rec soccer team. As time went on we realized that I wanted more from soccer other than just the exercise. My parents realized that I needed a different and more competitive environment; they put me on a higher-level team. Since then I have always thrived to be the best player that I can be, while still focusing on growing as a person. Soccer has introduced me to some of my closest friends and has taught me the importance of working hard not just for myself but for others. In school, I have always been focused on getting good grades by balancing school and soccer. Soccer has helped me become a more outgoing person than I could have ever imagined. Academically, I plan on continuing to thrive in school and on the field.