Midfield

Right

5'7

135

22

Paul Costa

pcosta8535@gmail.com

Penn Fusion Soccer Academy

ECNL U17(2007)

11

Craig Scangerella

cscangerella@pennfusion.org

610-220-2205

Mario J. Costa Scholarship(2022) Unsung Hero Award(2023)

Penn Fusion Summer Showcase(July 26-29 2023) ECNL Tennessee Showcase(December 1-3 2023) ECNL Florida Showcase (January 7-9 2024) Jefferson Cup(2024) ECNL North Carolina Showcase (May 31- June 2)

I stepped on the field for the first time when I was 4 years old, and I haven't stopped playing since. Each year as I develop as an athlete and a student, my passion for the game and my dream of playing soccer in college continues to grow. What started as recreational fun when I was little, has turned into a full-time passion and commitment. I don't do it because I have to; I do it because I love it. I realize the high level of hard work, determination, and grit that is needed to reach this goal and I plan to give everything inside of me to reach this goal. I pride myself on having an extraordinarily high soccer IQ. I see the field, I see plays develop, I know where to go and where to put the ball. I make good things happen. I thrive on the field with my great passing skills, high level of control and persistence with the ball on my foot, and a passion for defense and winning the ball back. I constantly lead by example, and strive to be the best motivator for my teammates. I cherish feedback as an opportunity to grow as an individual, which makes me a very coachable and positive presence to have on the field with a great value for sportsmanship. Not only do I work hard on the field, but also in the classroom. I am an honors student with straight A´s with a strong desire to achieve. Hard work and determination are at the core of both my academic and athletic life as I've consistently earned Distinguished Honor Roll in each grade, while progressing my athletic career. I also extend my passion for soccer into the community. I referee local youth intramural soccer games and I have recently gotten involved with a special needs youth soccer program where I can give back to my community while teaching and playing the sport that I love. My goal is to attend a college that fits my personality, and challenges me in both athletics and academics. With everything accounted for, I aspire to play soccer at the highest level, benefiting both the college of my choice and myself. Mainly, I want to be a successful athlete, student, and role model for my peers around me.