The Pateadores Soccer Club has a long standing tradition of teams and players that are well versed in the game of soccer and, because of that, have opportunities to play at the collegiate level. The list is a long and distinguished one with players “flying the Pats flag” while representing their universities all over the United States. It’s safe to say that a Pats player has competed at most of the top college programs and we continue to send these young men to schools at all levels.
Do you want to play soccer in college? If yes, this can be an exciting, intimidating, stressful and frustrating process for a student athlete as they move towards one of the bigger decisions they will make in life. There are many questions that come up and it might feel like many answers are not so readily available.
The Pateadores would like to help answer your questions and set you on a path towards a rewarding college soccer experience.
My belief has always been that there is a place for everyone in the college game, but it takes some hard work and determination to find that place.
The myth of playing well and having a school approach you with out any work on your part is just that -- a myth! Marketing yourself to schools, getting in front of these coaches and letting them know you are interested is important for you to have the opportunity to continue your career past the high school level. We encourage you to use soccer to gain admittance to the best university possible and choose a school that fits your academic and athletic needs. The idea is to find a school that you want to attend because you want to be there and that you know what to expect from the soccer program in regards to expectations and playing time.
The Pateadores coaches and staff can be a resource to help point you in the right direction a you move into the process of selecting a university that meets all of your needs so that your college experience is a positive and happy one.
By taking control of the recruiting process, you can find the right place that checks all the boxes and gives you the experience you want.
Go Pats.
Mike Gartlan
Coaching & College Placement Advisor
Pateadores Soccer Club