Darren Gomez '12 Recruiting Profile

I am a very quick 175 pound 5'11" center back that can also play effectively up front as a striker.I am a senior with an 86.64 GPA and have played at the varsity level since my freshman year for a high school team that is consistently ranked as one of the top high school teams in the state of NY.this past year i was captain of my varsity squad and named all region, all state,and all section as well.Last year I was a 1st team all section player, as well as all league player, 1st team all star(Poughkeepsie Journal), and just missed selection to regional ODP at the state ODP camp.This year I was named poughkeepsie Journal player of the year. I led our team's defense each game and also functioned as a forward on set pieces and our team only lost 1 game the entire season and only allowed 8 goals the entire season last year and this year again only losing one game durring season play and one  in the section finals again.The premier teams I have started for over the years have also been top ranked at both the state and national levels. I am a very composed player on/off the ball and make smart, good decisions.My 1st touch is very good and I can read the game well. I have a great work ethic, good positioning, stay focused for the full 90 minutes,move off the ball and make runs early,timed well.I support the ball well and I am quick on/off the ball and can shoot/finish well. I also like to keep possesion off the ball and advance the team forward. Although my college major is open, I have a definite interest in sports management/math and may want to pursue a career in coaching. I am looking for a college where I can continue to develop as a soccer player while I receive a quality education in the major of my choice.