Tyler Valdez '17 Recruiting Profile

Ever since i been able to walk on my two feet the world's beautiful game has been flowing in my blood ever since.  I have been playing for over ten years now in all parts of the world from North America, to Asia, and Europe. Encountering different faces, cultures, way of play, tactics, and most importantly to find a way to continue my passion for the game somewhere and somehow.  I have always dreamed of taking my experience to the next level and possibly to the big stage . As I'm hoping my dreams will become a reality. 

My college goals and aspirations are a very big deal to me as they are guidelines to get through this thing we so call life. My college goals are to get into a great and academic school that will help me start and achieve my long term  future goals.  Other college goals include planning on getting my four year degree in the major of criminal justice and law. Also to continue four more years of my long life passion at a successful and bright future soccer club with last but not least walking across the stage accepting and receiving my diploma in hand. 

I believe I could be a valuable asset to your club enriching on bringing future success to your club.  I have had over ten years of + Experience at all sorts of different levels from youth, to recreational, high school, and club soccer, you named it I played it. I have played in all parts of the world From Florida, Japan, and currently Germany. Learning more and more about the game physically and culturally, as i have adapted to different techniques and playing styles. One of my attributes is my physical ability of the game as I have proven that size doesn't matter. Being a Center back has brought physical mentality to my game whether you are Six foot tall or four foot tall , I will not be man handled by you, won't be intimidated by you and most certainly will give you a run for your money as my goal is to stop yours. Another attribute that I have built up over the years in my quickness and speed. What I have learned over the years is that having speed as defender is an valuable asset and gift . As it makes the oppositions job a lot harder when they don't expect a defender or defense to be capable of the same speed or quicker. 

Without this sport I wouldn't be the person who I am today and without my coaches, supporters, opponents and haters I wouldn't be the player I am today. Soccer has shaped me as a person on and off the field as it has helped me build myself up as a person and character.  It has helped me guide me though my academic, athletic, and personal life in a positive manner.  It has taught me respect, leadership, responsibility,  what it means to be a family and come together as one and to achieve common goals. I'm hoping to use the traits and attributes to bring a happy and successful future to the club. 

-Best Regards, 

Tyler Valdez