Payton Russo '23 Recruiting Profile

I have been asked this question by many soccer coaches, that is “what is my goal in a game?”  I say every time to win and keep my composure.  I am not the type of athlete to lose my composure and lose sight of my game.  Many of my coaches over the years have told me that I have a desire and want that can't be taught.  That I have the heart for my team, my coaches, and improving.  I am a very coachable player, I ask questions and I watch other players because you can learn from their mistakes.  I understand nothing is giving, you have to put in the time and effort to improve.  I see myself as a leader on and off the field, as a leader I raise my team up, set the example for my fellow teammates, and raise the bar high.   I believe in making your own luck, nothing is given to me.  I decide my own outcome.  Whether that's soccer or school.  My whole academic life I have been over a 4.0 GPA, in multiple clubs such as D.A.R.E, National Honors Society, Leadership, Peer Leading and have over 48 hours of volunteering.  Without the grades you don’t play.  Academics and athletics go hand in hand.  And I strive to excel in both.