Maricris Albarda '20 Recruiting Profile

My name is Maricris Albarda with expected graduation in 2020 with honors from Veterans Memorial High School in Corpus Christi, Texas.   I  currently play for Corinthians FC Academy in San Antonio, Texas.   I have been playing club soccer since 6 years old, and have been on several elite club teams including traveling out of town for San Antonio Lonestar and Sting Austin/San Antonio.  I have also had the experience to be the youngest player on a premier team, Great Western Soccer League U18G Warcats.

I plan to graduate with honors in May 2020.  I am a consistent A/B student that has been taking Pre-Ap, AP, and Dual Credit courses since Freshman year.  My current GPA is a 3.9, and I am currently in the top 21% of my class.  My future goal is to earn my college degree majoring in Physical Therapy while playing for a collegiate soccer team.  I have the determination, motivation, and perseverance to reach my goals since I have learned to maintain A/B honors in my academics in school, stay active in both my club soccer leagues and high school soccer, traveling out of town/state for games, and continue to maintain my religion and family lifestyle.   

I am a versatile player with a dominate left foot but able to switch.  I am an all offensive player, but prefer to play attacking and holding midfield.  As a select club player, I am most utilized as an attacking and holding midfield but have shifted to forward and left/right wing.  As a high school player, I have played all positions except goalie.  I have also been selected for Regional Pool in the Texas Olympic Development Program (ODP)  in 2018.   Being on the Varsity soccer team since Freshman year, I have learned leadership and team building.  I work hard to lead by example on and off the pitch.  I am known to remain calm in different situations and purposefully encourage my teammates before, throughout, and after the games.  I strive for a consistent, positive environment.  My style of play is technical, fast, and controlled while focusing on possession style soccer. 

Overall, I will give my 100% with no exception to be able to play collegiate soccer.  I believe I have the qualifications to be a strong addition to any college team since I am a well-rounded technical and speedy player.  I am in excellent physical shape, competitive, and have a positive spirit.  My leadership qualities, being coachable, and my passion for soccer makes me a valuable addition to your soccer team.  Thank you for your time!

I have provided a link to my HUDL Highlights below and achievements.

https://www.hudl.com/v/29hz9h

2016-2017 District 30-5A, All District 2nd Team, Forward
2017-2018 District 30-5A, All District 2nd Team, Midfield
2018-2019 District 30-5A, All District; 1st Team, Midfield
                           TASCO 1st Team All-Region; Forward