Nicolas Valenzuela '23 Recruiting Profile
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2021 Spotlight Personal Statement
Personal Statement:
Hi, my name is Nicolas Valenzuela, I just turned 18 years old and play attacking midfielder/forward for USL1 FC Tucson Youth Pro Academy, FC Tucson 04/05 Boys ECNL and Salpointe Catholic High School. I have been playing organized soccer since I was 4 years old and have over 14 years of soccer playing experience. Ever since I can remember, soccer has been a huge part of my life and it has taught me the value of teamwork, friendship and determination to push myself to the highest levels on the field and in the classroom while consonantly striving to do right for the team, school and community. Playing soccer fulfills me and I can't imagine not playing after I graduate from high school because soccer and academics have been such an essential part of my life. With this in mind, it is my goal and aspiration to continue my soccer career in a college/university program that strives to grow by valuing strong academics, diversity and teamwork. From this foundation, I will work hard and do my best to contribute positively and honorably to any soccer program that will allow me the opportunity.
Thank you for your consideration!
Nicolas Valenzuela
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 5 years
- Varsity Starter
- 5 years
- 2023 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-State, Captain
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, State Champs, Max Preps Arizona 4A Player of the Year! All Sports Tucson Offensive Player of the Year! Salpointe Catholic Male Player of the Year!
- 2022 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-Area, 1st Team All-Region, 1st Team All-State
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, Regional Champs, State Champs, ECNL 2021-22 All Southwest Conference Team
- 2022 Club/Travel Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Region, Captain,
- 2020 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- Starter,
Team Awards
- Sectional Champs, Regional Champs, State Champs, Conference Champs
- 2019 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Region, FRESHMAN PLAYER OF THE YEAR 4A (ALL SPORTS TUCSON)
Team Awards
- State Champs, Regional Champs, Sectional Champs, Conference Champs
- 2018 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #9
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 5 seasons
- 2022 USL1 FC Tucson Youth Pro Academy (Academy)
- Season will run through October 2023.
- 2021 FC Tucson (ECNL Boys U17)
- 2021/2022 Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) All Southwest Conference Team. Southwest division includes Arizona, California and Nevada.
- 2021 USL1 FC Tucson (Academy)
- 2019 FC Tucson (ECNL)
- ECNL Southwest Division (Arizona, California and Nevada).
- 2018 FC Tucson ECNL (ECNL)
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Jonathan Pearlman
- Club Coach
- Dave Cosgrove
- Club Coach
- Wolfgang Weber`
Events
- Camp/Event
- Cerritos Memorial Challenge Cup 2021
- 5/29/21 to 5/31/21
- 05 Boys ECNL Bracket Winner. 1 goal & 3 assist
Training
- 2020 Arizona (05 Boys) ODP Selection
- 1 year
- Practice scrimmages only as season was canceled due to Covid 19.
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes.Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsCatholic Student Citizen of the Month 2021. Nominated by Salpointe High School faculty. Catholic Student Citizen of the Month 2018. Nominated by St. Peter & Paul Middle School faculty.
- ActivitiesMake and deliver sandwiches to homeless shelters in Tucson, Arizona. Volunteer to make Ben's Bells. Community Food Bank. Help hand out food boxes with Arcos De Oros.
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