Jillian Graves '21 Recruiting Profile

I am a versatile player that has played and has an understanding of every position on the field.  My main position is the outside back mainly in the 3 position due to my left foot. I also play the 11, 6, and 4.  I am comfortable with my right but I am strong with my left.  I have played soccer since I was 7 and have a great love of the game.  I played on my high school varsity team since I was a freshman. My sophomore year I received honorable mention as a defender in one of the toughest regions in 5A.   Academically I work hard in my classes and on my homework.  My goal is to take the ACT and SAT my junior year so I can be prepared and accepted to a university in furthering my education.  While furthering my education I want to compete in soccer and be part of a good soccer program.  I feel I would be a good candidate for a collegiate soccer team because I first and foremost love the game of soccer.  I have a good work ethic and strong focus for the game.  I have both a strong technical and tactical foundation to play at the next level.  During off season I take it upon myself to stay in shape and keep my foot on the ball.  I practice juggling, foot skills,  striking, and long balls on an every other day basis ( I understand the value of rest and recovery).  The skill I am currently trying to master is pinging the ball.   My life isn't all soccer though, I feel I am a well rounded individual with different interests in activities such as swim, track,  art,  playing the ukulele and of course my family.   I am excited  about the possibility of playing soccer at the next level. It is my desire to grow in the game and to become the best soccer athlete I possibly can.  I appreciate the time you took to read this!