Macalester College Athletics

As a Scot
2018
Named to the All-MIAC team… Earned MIAC All-Academic team honors… Played in all 20 games, making 19 starts in his senior season… Recorded 10 points on the year, which ranked tied for second highest on the team… Scored the game-winning goal in back-to-back games against Concordia on Sept. 25 and St. Thomas on Sept. 29… Also added goals against Bethel on Oct. 13 and St. John’s on Oct. 23… Assisted a goal in a 3-1 win over Carthage on Sept. 16… Added another assist against St. Olaf, setting up the game-winning overtime goal on Oct. 6… Tallied 21 shots on the year, including 12 on net for a .571 shot on goal percentage… Played 75 minutes or more in 12 of his 20 appearances.

2017
Started in nine of the 13 games played... Scored one goal against St. Olaf on Oct.7 for a 2-0 win... Had one assist. 

2016
Started in 17 games as a defender… Scored one goal in a 3-2 win over Saint Mary’s Oct.12… Tallied one assist.
 
2015
Played in 19 games with 17 starts at outside back… Scored the game-winning goal in a 2-1 win over St. Olaf Oct. 3… Also found the net against UM-Morris for his first collegiate goal Sept. 23… Tallied an assist in a victory at Bethel Oct. 31.

Before Mac
Four year starter and senior year team captain with St. Mark’s School… Earned 2014 All-Conference First Team Selection… Two-time selection to NEPSAC All-Star Game… Four year Honor Roll recipient.

Why did you choose to attend Macalester?
I chose to attend Mac for its combination of high level soccer, academic reputation, and location. Playing competitive soccer while attending a top-level institution is a great opportunity. Also, l can take advantage of what the Twin Cities offer, as well as engaging in the diverse community at Mac.

What has your experience at Macalester meant to you so far?
Working and learning alongside a diverse group of people in the classroom and on the field has helped me grow as a student, an athlete, and most importantly, a human being.
 
How has your experience as a student-athlete at Macalester helped shape you as an individual?
Working as part of such a close-knit group of teammates has shaped my perspective and approach to all aspects of life. My teammates have taught me so much about how to carry myself because being a student-athlete means you represent something much larger than just yourself. Thus, the way I treat my work, whether that's in the classroom or on the field, or how I treat the MAC community is a reflection of both myself, but also the soccer and athletic program as a whole. Therefore, my experience has shaped how I approach life and I want to present my best, and the team's best, to everyone. 

How has your experience as a student-athlete at Macalester prepared you for life after graduation?
Being a student-athlete has provided me some valuable experiences that I can take with me in my post-graduate life. The most important thing I’ve learned is time management skills. Being able to balance schoolwork, while also performing on the field can translate to a high-paced, positive work environment. Additionally, working in a team environment has taught me important leadership skills. Conversely, it has allowed me to push myself individually to perform to the best of my ability on and off the field. Lastly, I think I will be able to leverage the ability to help lead and manage a diverse group of personalities.