Patrick Alsmeyer '16 Recruiting Profile

A dream I have had since I have been a kid was to become a college athlete. A more realistic dream is to become a college student athlete for the sport of soccer. Soccer has always been there for me, always a part of my life. I have always played soccer, also have worked camps and took on the role of an instructor, to share my knowledge of the game with aspiring, dream filled, players. I have also volunteered at soccer camps teaching special needs kids the basics of soccer. Soccer is my passion in life, without it I do not know where I would be today. Soccer has made me the man I am, and has taught me many lessons, on and off the pitch. I believe in a strong work ethic, that you never are “good enough.” No matter the situation, talent, or player, there is always room for improvement. The only way to grow as a player, but evenly, a person, is to have the drive and want to always try your hardest and strive for better play. Soccer has taught me many things I use in my day to day life, but the most important aspect is that of leadership. Since a young age, I have had a positive and informative influence on my peers that I only look to use to better the team. I am a mentally strong and collective player, who is technically and tactically knowledgeable and executional. I will never give up in a match, or training session. I give my all at everything I do, which at some times can let you down, but only to burn the desire to become better. My vision on the soccer field is one of my strongest characteristics. I feel that I see the field differently than most average players. I have trained in the mentality of thinking “two plays ahead” and find that it is very beneficial to my play and beating the opponent. I also am strong in informative communication on and off the pitch. From marking up defensively, to after practice Q and  A’s I am never afraid to comment constructively. My hardworking habits from the soccer field, carry over into my school work. I carry a 3.8 cumulative grade point average while I am a member of the National Honors Society, and hold a position in my schools Student Leadership Council. I am different from other recruits because I whole heartedly “buy in” to coaching strategies, am technically and tactically strong, because I am a positive leader, and because I never give up.