Lakyn Evans '27 Recruiting Profile

Hard work has always been something i’ve loved. I can’t say I have always know what sport I would end up playing, but I can say no matter the sport I show up and outwork whoever is on the field or court with me. I have always had a desire to be the best at something or accomplish more than the kid next to me, but now I realize that even if you aren’t the best you have the opportunity to outwork and out-train anyone if you commit. I have always played sports I have participated in volleyball, football, swim, track, cross country, weightlifting, and most recently soccer.If I can say one thing I have definitely tried everything, and I always thought I would end up playing volleyball in college. That all changed though when I decided to play soccer for the first time. Getting to go out on the field for the first time definitely was scary because it was something new, but once I got the rhythm of the game and realized it could be my future I’ve known it’s what i’m meant to do. I can’t say i’m the best but I learn and outwork anyone on the field given the right opportunity! I have had many life changing experiences but one of the best ones was winning my first race. I used to be the slow kid when it came to running I was known as the “strong kid.” I made a change though and started to run just a mile every day and then eventually up to 10 miles on my long run days, and even won a few 5ks and 8ks, and most recently placed fourth in a half marathon! Even though i wasn’t always a runner I proved to everyone that I could work hard and achieve my goals. The same work ethic is applied to soccer as well. I started soccer just last year and I worked as hard as i could with a smaller club team and came out and made varsity. Once again doing what was going to be hard through my dedication and hard work!