Alexander Bandrauk '26 Recruiting Profile

I have been playing competitive soccer since the age of 6 (at which time I was playing with 8 year-olds). I make friends quite easily and bond with new teammates quickly. My dream has always been to play varsity soccer in the U.S. and I would be thrilled to get a scholarship offer from a U.S. college.

In soccer terms, I possess a good nose for goal and a superior level shot. I also excel in taking set pieces and scoring from challenging angles. I also work hard at the defensive part of the game, especially ball recovery. 

 In September 2024, I will be going to prep school in the U.S., joining the highly skilled Kimball Union Academy(New Hampshire) team, fresh off a Class B Nepsac Championship win. My addition to the KUA program has Head Coach Charles Muhlauri thrilled. Coach Muhlauri anticipates that I'll make an immediate impact, aiding in the team’s championship pursuit. With a need for an attacking player adept at scoring, Coach Muhlauri believes I am the perfect fit. Additionally, my creativity in the box is expected to contribute right away. Despite interest from other schools, Kimball Union Academy emerged as the ideal choice for me, despite interest from several other schools.

I currently play for a U18 AAA level (highest competitive league level in Quebec for my age group) team in Montreal, Canada.  I have a weighted GPA of 3.5/4. I work out 4 days a week and during spring, summer and fall, I go to the soccer field and train by myself, with my Dad or with my friends. I also have a personal soccer coach who trains me in the summer. I train on shots, free kicks, passes, dribbling in tight spaces and more. 

I also have had my share of experience in international tournaments. In 2017, I played in the Mundialito tournament in Barcelona, Spain, representing the Canadian team. I scored 2 goals in the first game. In 2018, I went back to Spain and played in the Mundialito tournament again, this time with a different team. Our team made it to the finals and I scored 2 goals in the quarter finals, 2 in the semis and 1 in the finals(it went straight to penalties). I was MVP of the tournament and was named Man of the Match in 3 straight playoff matches. I also played for a Canadian team in the Algarve Cup in  Portugal in 2019.  

In conclusion, I think that I would be a good fit with most soccer programs and schools, because of the qualities I listed above and look forward to seeing where my soccer journey will lead me.