Personal Statement
My name is Luc and I am a 2026 soccer player from France. As a center midfielder on a U17 National level team, I compete at the highest level of the sport. Soccer is my passion and my priority. It’s what makes me happy.
Through hard work and determination, I have progressed from playing for my local small-town team to earning a spot at an elite soccer academy affiliated with a Division 2 professional club.
I am known for being one of the hardest-working players on the field, a quality that coaches recognize and appreciate. I take pride in being highly coachable and open to feedback, always trying to improve and grow as a player.
Some of my accolades include:
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U16 Regional 1 Team: Finished the season tied for first place. -
Team MVP: Awarded team MVP at Ohio State University summer ID camp. -
Top Scorer: Led the U15 Regional 1B League as the highest goal scorer. -
Savoie Department Team Selection: Chosen as one of 16 players (from 450 U15 athletes) to represent the Savoie department in the U15 Inter-District Cup in Lyon, organized by Ligue Auvergne Rhône-Alpes de Football. -
Lyon Pôle Espoirs Finalist: Reached the final round of selection for the top 40 U13 players (out of 1,200) in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region to attend the elite Lyon Pôle Espoirs soccer school.
I consider myself a versatile and complete player, especially strong on the offensive side of the game. I’m good at controlling play, knowing when to slow things down or push for a fast attack. My vision and technical skills help me to create numerous opportunities, through precise passes, long balls, smart dribbling, and strong runs.
Defensively, I am a smart and aggressive player, recovering possession through anticipation and winning 1v1 duels. My work ethic is a key strength, as I consistently cover significant ground during matches, averaging 11-12 km per game.
I also take free kicks and corners for my team, which lets me create scoring opportunities for my teammates by delivering quality balls into the penalty box.
While I am proud of my current abilities, I am eager to continue learning and developing as a player.
Academically, I am equally driven. I am bilingual and currently enrolled in the French Baccalaureate program at my high school, with a concentration in biology, economics, and English. I've consistently ranked in the top five of my class. When my soccer journey ends, I’d like to become a physical therapist or fitness trainer for a sports team so I can combine my love of sports with helping athletes perform their best. I’ve already done two internships with physical therapists, which confirmed how much I enjoy helping athletes with their training.
After dealing with two injuries that kept me off the field for several months, I went through some tough times. Instead of letting it get me down, I worked on improving myself, especially mentally. My love for the game grew even stronger, and I learned to focus on enjoying every moment I get to play.
I am motivated to pursue collegiate soccer in the United States, where I can combine high-level athletics with top-tier academics. Being half American, I am excited to experience life in the U.S. and take full advantage of the unique opportunities that a U.S. college education offers.
