Jacob Luciani '24 Recruiting Profile

I started playing soccer when I was four years old.  I wasn’t one of the biggest kids on the field, but a former coach once told me – “The greatest player on the planet is only 5’-6” tall”.  I used that as motivation and as I started developing new skills my excitement for the game continued to grow.  I moved from intramural to rec-select to club to high level club soccer.  I love playing this game. 

I typically play as a forward.  I feel like my strongest skills are my speed, quickness, ability to use both feet, and my movement and runs off the ball.  I am proud of the fact that my left foot is almost as strong as my dominant right foot.   I also work hard at pressing and trying to win the ball back.  I also enjoy playing basketball in the Winter.     

I want to attend a college where I can push myself in the classroom and on the field.  At a young age I was diagnosed with ADHD.  School has not always been easy for me, but with hard work and support I have been able to do well.  Playing sports has always helped my ADHD because it forces me to focus as the game play is constantly moving.  I would like to attend a college to study physical education or secondary education.  I am open to all options and want to ultimately find the right college match at the highest level of competition possible.  I am excited about what the future holds for me both on and off the field.

Coaches, please check out my YouTube page with game footage and highlights - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxkV5mhL33Xe-Cxo7kOOAMQ