Linfield University Athletics

JUNIOR 
Letterwinner. 
Saw action in eight matches, starting in four. 
Recorded one shot. 

SOPHOMORE 
Sidelined during the spring season due to injury. 

FRESHMAN 
Appeared in three matches. 

LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL 
Two-year letterwinner. 
Started in every match during high school career. 

PERSONAL INFORMATION 
Majoring in exercise science. 
Son of Susan and Michael Nelson. 

WHY LINFIELD? I chose Linfield because of the great location, the coaching staff, and the soccer program. 

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD? To me, being a student-athlete at Linfield is a big responsibility. You are representing the team, coaches, and school every time you step onto the field. 

WHAT MAKES YOU INTERESTING AS A STUDENT-ATHLETE? I like to slow everything down, keep the ball, and play the right ball every time. 

WHAT IS NEXT AFTER LINFIELD? I would probably follow my major, which I am not sure about yet. 

WHAT IS THE BEST CLASS YOU HAVE TAKEN AT LINFIELD AND WHY? The best class I’ve taken at Linfield is Kinesiology. I enjoyed this course because it applies directly into what I want to study and the class was well planned by Dr. Reyes. 

WHO HAS BEEN THE GREATEST INSPIRATION IN YOUR LIFE? WHY HAS HE OR SHE BEEN SO INFLUENTIAL? My dad is the biggest inspiration I’ve had in my life. He’s a great role model and someone who I look up to and aspire to be like. 

THE GREATEST PRINCIPLE OR LESSON THAT I’VE LEARNED WHILE COMPETING IN ATHLETICS AT LINFIELD HAS BEEN… The importance of hard work and teamwork. Relying on your teammates is something that is required in soccer. Working hard as a team is imperative to our success. 

WHEN NOT COMPETING IN SPORTS OR STUDYING FOR SCHOOL, I LIKE TO SPEND MY TIME… Hanging out friends, listening to music and doing stuff downtown. 

AS A STUDENT-ATHLETE MY GOALS INDIVIDUALLY AND FOR MY TEAM ARE… I want to support and help the team and school in every way I can. This season, the goal is to have a better overall performance and record than last year. I’m going to do everything possible to help the team achieve its goals. 

WHAT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR LINFIELD CAREER THUS FAR? Getting the opportunity to be a part of a team while still in school.