“I am so happy that I have found and committed to my home for the next four years. I will no longer have to stress about my college decision because I found a school that will welcome me in more ways than one. Illinois Institute of Technology will challenge me academically as well as allow me to continue playing the sport I love. I have confidence in my decision knowing that I will have my family’s support and the acceptance of my new team and coach.

I want to thank all of those who nurtured me throughout my soccer career since it will always be a big part of my life. Most importantly, without the Placer United Soccer Club I know I would not be in the same position that I am today. First, I want to thank Ron Benjamin immensely for seeing my potential and bringing me to the next level of play in high school. I know I don’t say it enough, but I owe him so much for believing in me and continuing to push me to be my best. Next, I want to thank Sarah Alderson because the year I was on her team, I grew much stronger mentall, and without her I don’t think I would be prepared for this next step. Finally, I owe a big thanks to Todd DeCarlo for teaching me so much during my first years at Placer United and being the coach to bring my final team to victory in our fall NPL season. I am so sad that this is my last year under his guidance, however I am equally excited to have new adventures next year as a Lady Scarlet Hawk!”

—Kirsten Robinson

“I am very pleased to announce that I have committed to attend and play soccer at Cal Baptist University in Riverside, CA.  After visiting CBU, I knew I wanted to be a Lancer and play for Coach Schroeder. I think he will continue to help me become a better player as well as a better student. 

None of this would have been possible without the great coaches I have encountered during my soccer career. Although I am relatively new to Placer United, Coach Jason Gantt, Francois Barbe, and my Placer teammates have been a great inspiration this last season. I have had many great opportunities since joining Placer United and want to thank everyone involved in making this possible.

Most importantly I want to thank my family for their support. My parents, Kevin and Mary Kearney, have put in countless hours driving me to practices and games. My sister, Molly, has been a great role model for me as a student athlete. I have been blessed with a great support system and can’t thank everyone enough.”  

— Maxwell Kearney

“I feel blessed and honored to announce that I have committed to Southern Oregon. I am excited to have the opportunity to play soccer at the college level! I’m looking forward to living in a new environment, attending classes, and playing soccer while getting my education. Southern Oregon is a good fit for me because I want to focus on my grades and keep developing as a player. I would like to say thank you to my mom and dad for sacrificing so much for me because without them I wouldn’t be where I am today. I would also like to thank Jason Gantt and Paul O’Brien for always motivating my teammates and myself to do our best and for developing us into the players that we are. I would like to give a special thank you to Francois Barbe for working countless hours on helping the team with pretty much everything.

Being part of Placer United Soccer Club has been one of the greatest things that has happened to me because it helped me reach my dream. I am so thankful to have played with such great players that I’m proud to call my teammates. I thank God for putting all these great people in my life and for influencing me to always work hard to reach my goals. I’m excited to finish my last season with Placer United before I head off to college and enter a new chapter of my life.

Go Placer!” — James Ramos

“I am proud to announce that I have committed to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology to play Division 2 soccer. SDSMT offers an excellent Mechanical Engineering program, which I intend to study, as well as soccer program where I can make an impact. I am honored to join Coach Jordan Kadlec and the Hardrocker family. First of all, I’d like to give a huge thank you to my parents for being my number one fans and supporters, and my sister for being the real MVP since day one. Secondly, I’d like to give a special thanks to Doctor Mamone and the group of physical therapists that helped me get back on the field after my ACL knee surgery. Also, thank you to Coach Paul Hansen for giving me the opportunity to play my first year of collegiate soccer at American River College. Finally, thank you to my coach, Cory Clonce, for helping me get my confidence back, pushing me to be my best on the field, and for believing I could play at the next level. I’m excited to see what the future holds, Go Rockers!” — David Pineda