Thomas Nairn '22 Recruiting Profile
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Junior Season Hig...Personal Statement
I am a 18 year old, 5'7 receiver (mainly in the slot) with outstanding RAC ability. I am from Auckland, New Zealand, International. I can also play free safety. I have started for my club team, 'Metro Lions American Football Club' for three years and have played a key role in helping my team to two championships. I won rookie of the year for my club in 2017, and Offensive POY in 2019. (During the 2020 Season I played for the Tamaki Lightning American football Club and won Offensive POY.)
I am an all-round athlete. As well as football, I also run Track (100m – 12.0s, 4x100m relay) and play Rugby Union, (inside/outside centre, winger and fullback), earning player of the year 5 times so far. For the 2021 Rugby season I have been selected as Captain of my High school 2A team.
In addition to my technical ability I can offer a team respect, passion, competitiveness, and good leadership. I would love to play college football whilst earning a degree. Preferably I would like to attend a university on the West Coast however I am open to all opportunities given to me. I am looking for a school that can provide both a great football program and strong academics. As a footballer I would like to take the sport to the highest level I can, while still getting good game time. Academically, I would like to study Business, Accounting or Property Management.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 1 year
- Varsity Starter
- 1 year
- 2020 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #18
Team Awards
- Championship , Conference Champs
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2020 Tamaki Lightning American Football Club (Under 20s. Amateur Sports Club)
- Club Offensive Player of the Year.
- 2019 Metro Lions American Football Club (Colts, under 20s)
- Club Offensive Player of the Year.
- 2018 Metro Lions American Football Club (juniors, under 17s)
- Club Offensive Player of the Year.
- 2017 Metro Lions American Football Club (Juniors, under 17s)
- club rookie of the year
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Graham Reihana
Training
- Gym
- 2 years
Additional Sports
- Rugby
- 10 years
- Sophomore Team
- 4 x player of the year. 2020 starting player for my schools 2nd best team. 2021 Captain.
- Track
- 5 years
- Sophomore Team
- I've competed in 100m, 4x100m relay, Hurdles and long jump at Auckland City interzone meets.
- Other
- 3 years
- Varsity Team
- Flag Football. 2020 Open mens grade Nationals: all tournament first team. 2021 Open mens grade nationals: all tournament second team, and National Champions. 2020 Auckland regional Champions.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2020 Varsity Team | 2020 Tamaki Lightni |
|---|---|---|
| Interceptions | 4 | |
| Games played | 7 - Offensive POY |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in AP/IB classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsDistinction in ICAS mathematics Merit Endorsement In NCEA level 1. (Equivalent to a B pass. Sophomore year) Excellence Endorsement in NCEA level 2. (Equivalent to an A pass. Junior year)
