Madison Purves '22 Recruiting Profile

Hi, my name is Maddie and, like many, I have been playing soccer since the age of 3.  My parents thoroughly believed that sports built character, which meant I grew up playing just about every sport.  Soccer, however, quickly outshined the rest.  From AYSO, to Select and Extra, all the way to club, my love and respect for the game has flourished.  I know I share the opinion with other soccer players when I say, the game has become such an integral part of my life, I would go as far as to compare it to food or sleep.

Throughout my soccer career, I played various positions until I landed at center back.  I have always found genuine enjoyment being a vocal leader in every aspect of my life and the center back position furthered my enjoyment.  With several years of experience in the center back position, I strongly believe my perspective of the game has allowed me to have a different understanding compared to other positions.  I believe my understanding of the game places emphasis on the players on the field, as opposed to the ball.  With the understanding I have gained from the center back position, I am confident I can take that with me in whatever position I am put in.

 As great as my love for soccer is, my love for academics is even greater.  Because of my love for education, it has always been a dream of mine to attend an academically-rigorous school. 

To simplify, I am interested in a close-knit soccer program that values a family-like atmosphere.  I am also highly interested in a school that has a strong academic program, more specifically one which has a strong political science program.