Maria Lopez '15 Recruiting Profile

Hello, my name is Maria Lopez and i'm in love with soccer! Ever since i started playing, i noticed i was so competitive, but one thing that people didnt like about me is that i play too agressive, as if i were a guy, sometimes i play clean but i can also play really dirty, but i feel like thats what helps my team win. I love playing as a team, i dont believe in one person taking all of the credit for the team. Im a person that loves to win! I hate losing, i do whatever i can to win a game and i communicate with other players quickly. I practice everyday and work out to maintain in shape for this sport. I love playing as a team because i get to meet new people and i love being friends with the coach because you get to realize how other people think and realize the way their way of playing so you can share ideas and win the game! I dedicate myself to winning, if the team loses a game, then we have to try harder next time! Soccer isnt just a sport, it's a passion for me, and each time i score a goal or the team makes a win, it just motivates me to keep getting better and keep working harder with the team. My dream is to take a team to the championshipship and at least win a trophy. Im not satisfied with just playing with other teams and making it to the semi-finals or something, i at least want to make it to the finals and im willing to help my team. Yes, im a small person but size doesnt really matter in this sport. To me its all about speed, skill, and communication. You have to get to know every one of your team members so you can make your communication stronger, so when you're on the field, just by the look your giving your team member, they can know what your next move is. I dont care about my size, i try my best and play from the heart. Each game the team plays is a new experience and a way that they can get better.