What influence has soccer had in your life?<\/strong><\/h4>\nSoccer has taught me life lessons that I can apply in all facets of life. Specifically, I have learned the significance of discipline and resilience from soccer. When I was younger, I grew late relative to my peers, which made competing especially difficult. I needed to overcome these obstacles by developing resilience and discipline. Not only have these traits benefited my soccer performance, but also other avenues in my life.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Why do you believe that you were nominated for this award?<\/strong><\/h4>\nI have been at the Club ever since the Rapids merged with Colorado Fusion. Throughout my time with the Rapids, I have watched as the the Club’s youth program has grown and become more established. The Rapids has directing me towards the person and player I have always wanted to be. I am proud that I identify as a Colorado Rapids player.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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What do you enjoy most about playing for Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club?<\/strong><\/h4>\nI have always enjoyed the team camaraderie. Even though players and coaches change depending on the year, it never ceases to break team moral. All of my coaches have created a disciplined yet fun environment, which can be credited to teams camaraderie. Strong camaraderie is an integral factor for a teams game success, which makes every season even better.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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What soccer accomplishment are you most proud of?<\/strong><\/h4>\nI am the most proud of making the US futsal national team. It was very difficult to compete in soccer because of my size, so I became drawn to futsal. I worked very hard and managed to make the national team my freshman year of high school. Futsal restored my confidence, making me a better soccer player for the Rapids.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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What academic achievement are you most proud of?<\/strong><\/h4>\nI am proud that I made honor roll every semester of high school. My school is rigorous, and I sometimes felt overwhelmed with school work. However, it was all worth it because I acquired my life lessons that will guide me toward success in the future.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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How do you think your teammates would describe you?<\/strong><\/h4>\nMy teammates would describe me as a disciplined and hard working player. I was never the team leader, but I tried to guide other teammates with my work ethic. I always showed up physically and mentally, and I wanted to get better at every practice.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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What is something that shows your exemplary character, commitment to sportsmanship, community involvement, etc..?<\/strong><\/h4>\nDuring my sophomore and junior year of high school, I volunteered at Coerver Colorado. At Coerver I coached and mentored youth players ranging from 4 to 10 years old. Before I began my time with the program, I had never seen myself as a coach. However, as I began connecting with the kids I started to enjoy my time as a coach. I gained confidence and compassion by coaching, and I hope to return to Coerver in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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What’s your favorite soccer player and team?<\/strong><\/h4>\nLionel Messi.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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