Grayson Newton '28 Recruiting Profile

My name is Grayson Newton and I am in 8th grade at RC Edwards Middle School in Central, SC. I have been playing soccer since I was 4 years old. Since I first stepped on the field, I have aspired to play soccer both at a collegiate and professional level. I value honesty, straightforwardness, feedback, grit and dedication.

I am driven, competitive, passionate and dedicated both academically and athletically. I do not want to be known as an average student or player, so I push myself every day. I have strong ball handling skills, mental toughness, high soccer IQ, and I play strong and physical defense. I have been told by my coaches that I am a very positive, coachable, and a technical player who is dynamic and creative on the ball. I am also known as a utility player because I can play multiple positions. 

I work hard on soccer year around by participating in ODP, Club soccer, Soccer ID camps, training with my personal soccer trainer, and independent training. I was named team captain of my club soccer team in 2019 and have been able to maintain that title. I am a team leader and try to lead by example while also encouraging my teammates as well as pushing my younger sister to be a better player than me.

In the classroom, I work hard and stay focused. I was inducted into the Beta Club in 6th grade. I received the Most Valuable Player and Social Studies awards at RC Edwards. I volunteer at our local Community Care and church. I play basketball for both RC Edwards Middle and Clutch (travel team). It is pretty cool to see how the two sports are so similar.

When my high school career is over, I plan to go to college, play soccer and be known as an excellent student and team leader/player. I want to attend a college where I can push myself in the classroom and on the soccer field at a competitive level. I aspire to a great role model and leader to my peers and siblings. I also hope to play professional soccer one day.