How old were you when you first started playing, who taught you to play and who most influenced your development as a young player?
I started playing when I was four since my dad was very passionate about the game.

What's been the single best moment of your soccer career thus far, at any level of competition?
Scoring two goals in the academy playoffs last year.

What are your long-term goals in the sport?
Play in college and work hard and see where that leads me.

What has been the most valuable aspect of being trained by the Academy coaches?
The intensity is always there at practice.

What has training with the Academy taught you about yourself as a player and where do you need improvement?
It has taught me never to be complacent as there are many good players fighting for the same spot. I need to improve on my defensive ability.

What is the most difficult part of training with the Academy?
Knowing that many others are competing against you for the same position.

Does the training differ from past training you've had, and in what way?
Yes, it's a lot more intense.

Which of your Academy teammates impresses you the most and why?
Harry Shipp since he is always composed on the ball.

Which of the other U-16 or U-18 Academy players impresses you and why?
From the U-16's, David Caban and Victor.