Men's Soccer Recruiting / Ohio / Marysville, OH / Marysville High School / Grant Kaifas

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Grant Kaifas '22 Recruiting Profile

Marysville High SchoolMarysville, OHMen's Soccer

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ClubOhio Premier (OP)

Height6'1"

Weight170lbs

Age20

Primary PositionGoalkeeper

Dominant FootRight

Mile Time6:01.0

2 Mile Time12:52.0

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2021 Senior Year ...

2020 Junior year ...

2019 Highlights

March 6, 2021 vs CUP

2021 Spotlight #2

2021 Spotlight

Personal Statement

Hi, my name is Grant Kaifas, I am 17 years old, starting goalkeeper on both my club and high school team and member of the class of 2022. I am a senior at Marysville High School in Marysville, OH. My accomplishments include:

1st Team All-OCC Conference, Division I - 2021

2nd Team All- District, Division I - 2021

2nd Team All-OCC Conference, Division I - 2020

Team Captain - 2021, 2020

Team MVP - 2020

I play club on the Ohio Premier (OP) 2003/04 NPL Black team, coached by Matthew Kovach. We compete with the country's top soccer clubs in showcases and national/regional matches.

My High School head coach is Brent Harmanis, who has built our program on three pillars - 1) In the classroom, 2) In the community, and 3) On the field. I embrace that philosophy and relay it to the underclassmen to help them better understand the importance of of great teammate.

From the time I started playing soccer around the age of 4 years old, I wanted to defend the goal. I always gravitated toward defense and wanted to stop the offense from scoring. My passion for goalkeeping continued to grow through the years. I have been driven to succeed, preparing both mentally and physically in academics and in soccer, training intensely, and playing at a high level to continue to improve my techniques.

In the off-season/winter, I attend College ID camps, GK camps, and academies to sharpen my technique and skills. I also participate in goalkeeper training year round with the Ohio Premier GK Coach, Chad Prickett.

My goals for high school have been to continue to work hard the next year to keep my 4.00 GPA and keep challenging myself both on and off the field. In May 2021, I was honored with the Le Herron Rising Leader Award, being recognized as a student in Union County, OH who demonstrates authentic servant leadership. I am matched up with a mentor to help develop and grow my leadership skills.

I will continue my drive as I consider colleges that are a good match for me; both academically and athletically. I understand that important decisions are in my near future and I have the best support from my family. My family plays an important role throughout the process and they help guide me making good decisions.

Athletics

High School Information

Years w/ Varsity
3 years
Varsity Starter
3 years
2021 Varsity Team
Starter
- Jersey: #99
Individual Awards
1st Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All District, 2021 Team Captain, Defensive Player of the Year
2020 Varsity Team
Starter
- Jersey: #99
Individual Awards
2nd Team All-Conference, 2020 Team MVP, 2020 Team Captain
2019 Varsity Team
Starter
- Jersey: #99
Team Awards
Sectional 3rd Place
2018 Junior Varsity Team
Starter
- Jersey: #99

Club Information

Seasons of Club Experience
8 seasons
2022 Ohio Premier (OP) (NPL)
Starting Goalkeeper
2021 Ohio Premier (OP) (NPL)
Starting Goalkeeper
2020 Ohio Premier (OP) (NPL)
Starting Goalkeeper
2019 Ohio Premier (OP) (NPL/State Cup)
Starting Goalkeeper
2018 Ohio Premier (OP) (State Cup)
Goalkeeper
2017 FC42
Goalkeeper
2016 FC42
Goalkeeper
2015 Elite FC
Goalkeeper

Coach References

Club Coach
Matt Kovach
Position Coach
Chad Prickett
High School Head Coach
Brent Harmanis
Club Coach
Zach Arefi
High School Head Coach
Terry Smith
Club Coach
Matt Fleming
High School Assistant Coach
Joey Dougherty

Events

Camp/Event
UINDY Men's Soccer ID Camp
7/31/21 to 7/31/21
Our UIndy Men's Soccer ID Camp will give you a great opportunity to come and take a closer look at UIndy soccer by providing you the chance to work with the UIndy coaches and players. Our ID Camps always attract coaches from DI, DIII, NAIA, and Junior College. This gives each player the chance to show their talents, in training and the game environment. This camp will take place on July 31st, 2021. We will have 8 University coaches at our ID Camp from NCAA DI, DIII, NAIA, and Junior College Schools. The camp will be held on our Game and Practice Turf Facilities (University of Indianapolis - Key Stadium): 1400 East Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227 In the past we have had many coaches attend – The Ohio State University (NCAA DI), University of Louisville (NCAA DI), Butler University (NCAA DI), Xavier (NCAA DI), IUPUI (NCAA DI), Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (NCAA DI), IPFW (NCAA DI), University of Evansville (NCAA D1), Northern Illinois (NCAA DI), Colligate Univeristy (NCAA DI), Manchester (NCAA DIII), Franklin (NCAA DIII), Holy Cross (NAIA), Indiana Tech (NAIA), Trine (NCAA DIII), Indiana Wesleyan University (NAIA), Marian University (NAIA), Huntington University (NAIA), St. Francis University (NAIA), and Ancilla (NJCAA) Camp Schedule: 8:15am – Camper Registration 9:00am – Introduction to players in Wells Fargo Room 9:05-9:15am – Warm up with College Coaches 9:15-10: 55am –Technical Training Sessions 9:15-9:40am – Session 1 9:40-10:05am – Session 2 10:05-10:30am – Session 3 10:30-10:55am – Session 4 11:00-12:30pm – 11v11 Games/Meetings 12:30-2pm – Lunch 1:15-2:00pm – Campus Tour for athletes 2:00-2:30pm – Warm up Stations 2:30-3:50pm – 8v8 Games 4:00-5:30pm – 11v11 Games/Meetings 5:30pm-6pm – Camp wrap-up Meeting
Camp/Event
Bellarmine Summer ID Camp
7/11/21 to 7/11/21
Open to all high school boys, but will be limited to a total of 50 participants. Campers will participate in training sessions similar to the ones that collegiate players go through and also get a chance to play small and full-sided games with tactical challenges presented by the coaching staff. Participants will benefit from interacting with both the Bellarmine coaching staff and players throughout the day. Campers will also learn more about the college recruiting process and the specifics of Division I athletics. All training sessions and games will take place on campus at Owsley B. Frazier Stadium. Tentative Camp Schedule 09:00 AM – Registration (TBA) 10:00 AM – Dynamic Warm-up (Frazier Stadium) 10:15 AM – Footwork/Speed Training (Frazier Stadium) 10:30 AM – Training Session (Frazier Stadium) 11:15 AM – Small Sided Games (Frazier Stadium) 12:15 PM – Lunch (University Dining Hall) 01:00 PM – Campus Tour/Strength & Conditioning 01:45 PM – Video/Tactics (TBA) 03:00 PM – 11V11 Games (Frazier Stadium) 04:30 PM – College Recruiting Q & A/Financial Aid Workshop (TBA) 05:00 PM – Dismissal
Camp/Event
Columbus GK Academy - Summer Prep Program- Chad Prickett
7/05/21 to 7/28/21
This program meets every Monday and Wednesday in the month of July. Our curriculum will address and educate on the key aspects of goalkeeping so our goalkeepers are prepared and confident for their upcoming Club, High School or College season.
Camp/Event
University of St. Francis ID Camp
6/26/21 to 6/26/21
The University of Saint Francis Men’s Soccer ID Camp is designed for the prospective student-athlete ages 14 – 19 with aspirations of playing soccer at the collegiate level. Players will be exposed to college level training; specifically, the technical and tactical training methods used by the USF Men’s Soccer Team. All participants will be given the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the game and showcase their talents under the training instruction of USF Men’s Soccer Head Coach Jake Essig and coaches Isaac Beal and Travis Hurtis. Our mix of high-intensity training in a competitive and fun environment at The FORTress (D’Arcy Stadium) will give you a glimpse into life as a Saint Francis Men’s Soccer player. Come train, showcase your talent in front of our entire coaching staff, improve your skills and get a first-hand experience on our tremendous facilities, campus, meet our coaching staff, and current team members!
Camp/Event
Billiken Summer Prospect Camp II
6/19/21 to 6/20/21
The Billiken Summer Prospect Camp is designed to give players exposure to college coaches, training sessions, matches, and an overall insight into a college soccer environment. Led by the Saint Louis University Men's Soccer staff, this camp is a great opportunity for players serious about soccer who aspire to develop in the game. In addition to the SLU men’s soccer staff, Saint Louis University players will be on hand, giving additional knowledge of the college game and experience. Players attending will have the opportunity to take in full training sessions, matches, as well as a strength and conditioning session. This is a great opportunity to see campus, stay in our facilities and live the experience of a Billiken. Tentative Schedule Saturday: 10:00AM - Registration 10:30AM - Expectations & Plan 11:00AM - Training Session 1 12:30PM - Lunch 1:30PM - Game 1 4:00PM - Training Session 2 7:00PM - Game 2 Sunday: 9:00AM - Breakfast 10:30AM - Game 3 12:30PM - Final 2:00PM - Camp Summary
Camp/Event
College Coaches Camp
6/12/21 to 6/12/21
University of Saint Francis Head Coach, Jake Essig, founded College Coaches Soccer Camps in 2019 with a vision to provide high school soccer players exposure to college level coaches at an affordable price. All College Coaches Soccer Camps are organized and implemented by college coaches for the next generation of players. At our 1-day camps you will experience a training session, Q&A session, lunch, and small sided games, with several different college coaches from different levels. Some of our past NCAA D1, NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA, USCAA, and JUCO schools include: University of Saint Francis, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, Malone University, University of Southern Indiana, Indiana Tech, Spring Arbor University, West Virginia Tech, Huntington University, Indiana University-East, Lawrence Tech, Saint-Mary-of-The-Woods College, Grace College, University of Mount Union, Lake Michigan College, Baldwin Wallace University, Defiance College, and many more! Sign up for one of our camps to make your college soccer dreams a reality! Location Fort Wayne, IN – 2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 10:00-11:00 AM: Warm Up + Attacking Drills 11:00-11:30 AM: Defending Drills 11:30-12:00 PM: Transition Drills 12:00-12:30 PM: Lunch (provided) 12:30-1:00 PM: College Coaches Recruiting Q&A 1:00-3:00 PM: 11v11 OR Small Sided Games *Each camper will work with each College Coach at some point during the camp *Goalkeepers will receive position specific work the 1st hour of camp and then integrate with the field players.
Camp/Event
Tiffin University - Academy ID Camp
5/08/21 to 5/08/21
Our Academy ID Camp is designed for the prospective student-athlete ages 14 – 19 with aspirations of playing soccer at the collegiate level. Players will be exposed to college level training; specifically, the technical and tactical training methods used by the Tiffin University Men’s Soccer Team. All participants will be given the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the game and showcase their talents under the training instruction of the Tiffin University Men’s Soccer Head Coach Rudy Brownell and coaches Liam Davies and Ross Brown. Our mix of high-intensity training in a competitive and fun environment inside the state of the art Heminger Building will give you a glimpse into life as a Tiffin Men’s Soccer player. Come train, showcase your talent in front of our entire coaching staff, improve your skills and get a first-hand experience on our tremendous facilities, campus, meet our coaching staff, and current team members! Clinic Features Individualized instruction from current coaching staff and players Technical and Tactical Training Small-sided & full-sided games Specialized Goalkeeper Training Program overview, Information on financial aid & the recruiting process Guided Campus Tour Admissions Informational Talk
Camp/Event
2021 Ohio Elite Boys College Showcase
2/26/21 to 2/28/21
The Ohio Elite College Showcase has become one of the top events in the Midwest, attracting more than 200 of the top U13-U19 teams to play in front of nearly 150 college coaches from NCAA Division I, II, III and NAIA. The Showcase provides both outstanding exposure for its participants and quality competition to prepare for the spring season. The Showcase is played outdoors on various turf fields around the Greater Cincinnati community.
Camp/Event
Columbus GK Academy - Winter Indoor Training - Chad Prickett
1/03/21 to 3/07/21
Training curriculum will address technical fundamentals such as catching, diving, and crosses, and will build up to working on decision making in game-like situations.
Camp/Event
Indianapolis Men's College Showcase / SBD Tournament
12/04/20 to 12/06/20
The Elite Indoor Invitational, one of the region’s top college recruiting events, begins on Friday and will require the participating student-athletes to miss that day from school. Players participating in our showcase are exposed to one of the largest concentration of college coaches on the east coast. Attracting over 50 college coaches last year, many of the players competing in our showcase, expand their college options by participating in our showcase. In addition to the recruiting exposure, players are also able to take advantage of Midwest universities and colleges. Offering some of the top Division I, II, III, and NAIA schools regionally and nationally, players spend their downtime visiting schools they may not normally have visited.
Camp/Event
University of Saint Francis ID Camp
8/02/20 to 8/02/20
Come join current players and the coaching staff for a 1-day experience. Our ID Camps are intended to give each player an inside look at USF Men’s Soccer and what it takes to play in college! Players will be thrown into a competitive environment where they will be challenged throughout the course of the camp by the entire USF coaching staff and some of the current players.
Camp/Event
College Soccer Prospects Showcase Camp
7/26/20 to 7/26/20
The College Coaches Showcase Camp is designed for high school soccer players that want to work directly with college coaches on the field. The event is for those players who are focused on becoming prospective student-athletes and want to showcase their skills. Players are encouraged to ask questions and get to know the coaches. They will provide verbal feedback and evaluations throughout the camp. All participants should come prepared to work directly with college coaches to showcase their skills and learn some of the same techniques they teach their own players. Coaches need to know how players receive and execute instruction, so what better way than a hands-on small group training environment.
Camp/Event
Columbus GK Academy - Summer Prep Program - Chad Prickett
7/01/20 to 7/29/20
This program meets every Monday and Wednesday in the month of July. Our curriculum will address and educate on the key aspects of goalkeeping so our goalkeepers are prepared and confident for their upcoming Club, High School or College season.
Camp/Event
Men’s Goalkeeper Prospect Camp
3/07/20 to 3/07/20
The clinic includes 2 field sessions and 1 classroom session. Players will enhance their understanding of Transition, Principles of Play for Attacking and Defending, Finishing and much more. In the classroom, players will have a question and answer session with Cardinal Coaches and Players. Goalkeepers receive Goalkeeper specific training each session.
Camp/Event
2020 Goalkeeper Camp
1/24/20 to 1/25/20
Goalkeeper Camp This two-day camp will focus on the technical and tactical skills needed to succeed in one of the most demanding and unique positions in all of team sports. Sessions for the weekend will be conducted by the University of Akron Goalkeeping Coach and his staff, including former b zips goalkeepers and collegiate level goalkeeping coaches.
Camp/Event
Indianapolis Men’s College Showcase / SBD Tournament
12/06/19 to 12/08/19
The Elite Indoor Invitational, one of the region’s top college recruiting events, begins on Friday and will require the participating student-athletes to miss that day from school. Players participating in our showcase are exposed to one of the largest concentration of college coaches on the east coast. Attracting over 50 college coaches last year, many of the players competing in our showcase, expand their college options by participating in our showcase. In addition to the recruiting exposure, players are also able to take advantage of Midwest universities and colleges. Offering some of the top Division I, II, III, and NAIA schools regionally and nationally, players spend their downtime visiting schools they may not normally have visited.
Camp/Event
Goalkeeper National Training Center, No. 1 Soccer Camps
6/27/19 to 6/30/19
National Training Centers will provide extensive feedback from our knowledgeable, professional staff via, 1on 1 meetings, verbal evaluations, video evaluations and a detailed written evaluation. Our National Training Centers for Goalkeepers is an incredible opportunity to get the intensive specialized training required to be the No.1 Goalkeeper on your team, and provide you with a pathway to achieve future growth and success both on and off the field
Camp/Event
College Soccer Prospect ID Camp
6/09/19 to 6/09/19
The College Soccer Prospect ID Showcase Camp is designed for high school soccer players that want to work directly with college coaches. The event is for those players who are focused on becoming college soccer student-athletes or want to learn more about that process. The camp will feature quality instruction from active college coaches, evaluations provided by the coaching staff through the instructional process, and a Discussion on College Athletics for both players and parents. Each segment of camp will consist of player evaluation and skill training on the technical and tactical competences of the game. The camp is open to all high school soccer players and is restricted in enrollment. The player-to-coach ratio will not exceed 8:1. These camps are in compliance with all NCAA rules.
Camp/Event
ODP District Team Member 2018-2019
4/01/19 to 4/01/19
Selected for ODP District Team 2018-2019, Ohio -South Youth Soccer -Association (OSYSA) Phase 3 - Spring 2019
Camp/Event
2019 Goalkeeper Camp
2/09/19 to 2/10/19
This two-day camp will focus on the technical and tactical skills needed to succeed in one of the most demanding and unique positions in all of team sports. Sessions for the weekend will be conducted by the University of Akron Goalkeeping Coach and his staff, including former zips goalkeepers and collegiate level goalkeeping coaches.
Camp/Event
Winner GK Academy
1/06/19 to 3/10/19
Weekly goalkeeper academy that focuses on strengthening and developing skills. Staff includes; David Winner, Chad Prickett, and Nick Hills.
Camp/Event
2018 John Carroll University Winter Clinic
12/26/18 to 12/26/18
Instruction from JCU coaches, including Head Coach Hector Marinaro
Camp/Event
2018 ODP District Training
11/03/18 to 11/30/18
ODP District Training - Chosen for Phase 2 District Festival, Spring 2019
Camp/Event
2018 Lancer Soccer Camp
6/16/18 to 6/19/18
Building champions of character. Full position camp for grades 7-12 with collegiate players also.

Training

Goalkeeper
10 years
I've played goalkeeper over 10 years, since I had been about 4years old. I love the challenge of the position and the leadership values it helps instill in me.
Columbus GK Academy, LLC
4 years
Summer Prep Program Training - Chad Prickett, Winter Indoor Training - Chad Prickett
Ohio Premier (OP)
5 years
OP goalkeeper training during club season and off season - training conducted by goalkeeper coach Chad Prickett

Additional Sports

Soccer
4 years
Varsity Team
https://www.unioncountydailydigital.com/articles/mhs-boys-soccer-team-members-awarded-2020-all-occ-honors/

Statistics

Statistic	2020 Varsity Team	2019 Varsity Team	2018 Junior Varsity
Games Played	13	16	14
Shutouts	2	5	8
Total Saves	166	93	79
Goals Against Avg.	1.94	1.90	1.0
Saves %	.834	.762	85%

Academics

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High School Information

High SchoolMarysville High School

StateOhio

Phone(937) 642-0010

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?

Yes.

Are you in AP/IB classes?

Yes.

Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?

Yes

Awards and Activities

AwardsHonor Roll, Ranked - Top 10% of 2022 HS Graduating Class, Le Herron Rising Leader Award
ActivitiesLe Herron Rising Leader Award, Volunteer - Elite FC Soccer Club - Youth Camp, Volunteer - Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Volunteer - Safety Town