Giovanni Carrera '25 Recruiting Profile
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2022 HighlightsPersonal Statement
Hello, my name is Giovanni Carrera, and I am an athlete currently affiliated with NCSA. I am set to graduate high school in 2025. My primary ambition is to become a professional soccer player. However, if that path doesn't materialize, I plan to pursue a college education in engineering, while also continuing to play soccer and exploring opportunities within that realm. I began playing soccer at the age of five, joining a team with my friends. Since then, soccer has been a passion that I've dedicated my life to. I believe my strengths as a candidate for any team stem from my strong teamwork skills. I thrive in collaborative environments and prefer to support my teammates rather than playing as a solo star. While I focus on making assists, I am also capable of scoring goals when needed. What sets me apart from other recruits is my commitment to teamwork and my relentless work ethic. I am dedicated to helping my team succeed and always strive to improve on and off the field.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2024 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #11
- 2023 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
- 2022 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
- 2021 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Radecki, Joseph
- High School Head Coach
- Antonio Gonzalez
Training
- Proviso East Soccer Team Training List / Notes
- 4 years
- Technical Training Dribbling Drills: Practice ball control, changes of direction, and speed with the ball. Passing Exercises: Focus on short and long-range passing to enhance accuracy and technique. Shooting Drills: Work on various shooting techniques, including volleys, half-volleys, and shots from different angles. Ball Control: Techniques for receiving the ball and maintaining possession under pressure. Tactical Training Formation Understanding: Teach and practice different formations (4-4-2, 3-5-2, etc.) and their tactical implications. Positional Play: Work on the roles and responsibilities of each position in various scenarios. Game Situation Practice: Set up scenarios to practice decision-making in attacking and defending situations. Physical Training Endurance Training: Incorporate running drills to improve stamina and overall fitness. Strength Training: Focus on building muscle strength relevant to soccer movements (e.g., squats, lunges). Plyometrics: Use explosive exercises to enhance agility and speed. Goalkeeping Training Shot Stopping Drills: Techniques for saving shots from different angles and distances. Distribution Practice: Improve goalkeeping distribution with hands and feet for effective counter-attacks. Positioning and Angles: Work on positioning to reduce the goal area to opponents. Psychological Training Mental Resilience: Techniques to build focus and handle pressure during games. Team Building Exercises: Activities to enhance team cohesion and communication. Visualization Techniques: Encourage players to visualize successful plays and scenarios. Small-Sided Games 3v3 or 5v5 Matches: Enhance skill development in a more dynamic and fast-paced environment. Conditioned Games: Set up games with specific rules to emphasize certain skills or strategies.
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. IH Physics, IH Chemistry, IH Pre Calculus, IH American Literature, IH World Literature, IH Principles Of Engineering PLTW, IH Engineering Design & Dev PLTW, IH Anatomy And Physiology, IH Forensic Science, IH Black History, IH Literary CriticismAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Us Government And Politics, AP Biology, AP US History, AP Computer Science PrinciplesRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- Awards2021-2022 B Honor Roll, And 2023 Illinois Soccer Highschool Soccer All Sectional
Top NCSA Athletes at Proviso Math and Science Academy
Top NCSA Athletes in Area
