Category Archives: College Bound

Alia Sinoff Commits to Long Beach State University

“I am very excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at Long Beach State University! I am looking forward to continuing my dream of being a collegiate soccer player. Thank you to my parents, teammates, and coaches for their immense support in helping me achieve this goal. A huge thank you to coach Ron Benjamin for helping me with the recruitment process and for being a supportive coach over the years. Go Beach!”—Alia Sinoff 

Jordan Davis Commits to William Penn University in Iowa

“I am extremely excited to announce my commitment to William Penn University in Iowa to further my academic and athletic career. I’d like to thank my family, coaches and teammates for always supporting me. Special thanks to Matt Scammacca for giving me a chance on his team, believing in me all these years, and providing me with the discipline I needed to push myself to become a better player. I am hopeful that I have the same relationship with my new coaches at Penn, and looking forward to the next chapter in my soccer journey.  Go Statesmen!”—Jordan Davis

Ciana Miller of 02/03 Commits to Eastern Kentucky University 

“I’m very excited to announce that I have verbally committed to Eastern Kentucky University to pursue my education and fulfill my goal of playing D1 soccer as a Colonel. Thank you to my family, coaches, teammates, and friends for the unconditional support over the years. A special thanks to Ron Benjamin for pushing me to be the best player I can be, and helping me throughout the recruiting process. I would also like to thank Matt Cosinuke and the EKU coaching staff for giving me this amazing opportunity. Go Colonels!”—Ciana Miller

 

Isabel Barragan Will Play for the Sierra College Wolverines

“I am very excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and soccer career at Sierra College! I would like to thank my family and coaches for their constant support. A special thank you to Ron, Todd, and BJ, for helping me at Placer become the best player I can be. Thank you to my parents for always encouraging me and taking me to my games since I was a little girl. I cant wait to be a Wolverine!” — Isabel Barragan 

Bella Bueno is Headed to Dominican University

“I am extremely excited and grateful to announce that I have verbally committed to continue my athletic and academic career at Dominican University of California in the fall! I owe thanks to all of my coaches (Jose Ordaz, Mark Bowman, and Ron Benjamin) and teammates over the years for believing in me. As well as to my amazing parents for always supporting me in every aspect. I also want to give a huge shoutout to Coach Todd DeCarlo, who helped me through the recruiting process and pushed me to become the player I am today. And finally, thank you to Coach Kelly and the rest of the Dominican coaching staff for this amazing opportunity! GO PENGS!”—Bella Bueno

Kalia Uehara of 02/03 Girls Verbally Commits to Jackson State University

“I’m very excited to announce that I have verbally committed to play soccer and further my academics at Jackson State University! It has always been a dream of mine to play soccer in college and at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). I would like to thank my family for always supporting me and for all the sacrifices they have made for me. Thank you, Ron, for being a great guide and coach and continuing to push me to my greatest potential. Thank you to my teammates for always being supportive, encouraging, and helpful. Lastly, Thank you to my trainer Polito, for all the work you’ve done to shape me into the player I am today. Go Tigers!” —Kalia Uehara 

Alyssa Irwin Selects William Jessup University Warriors

“I am very excited to announce my commitment to William Jessup University to continue my soccer career as well as my academic career studying kinesiology. First, I would like to thank the coaches that inspired me to play the game that I love. Thank you to BJ Glass, Todd DeCarlo, Ron Sanchez, Tyler Dennis, and Rose Shoen! Thank you to my family for your unwavering support and sacrifices made. I am so excited for the next step in my life’s journey! Go Warriors!”—Alyssa Irwin 

Sierra College Welcomes Jalissa Pena to the Wolverine’s Soccer Team

“I am beyond grateful and excited to announce my commitment to Sierra College to continue my academic and soccer career as a Wolverine! The past five years at Placer has truly been a memorable experience. Special thanks to my coaches BJ and Todd, for always pushing me to become a better player. A huge thanks to my teammates with whom I have shared so many memories. Last but not least, much love to my parents for supporting my love for the game and allowing me to play for such a great club! Go Wolverines!”—Jalissa Peña

Jena Howard is Headed to Vanguard University

“I feel incredibly blessed to announce I have committed to Vanguard University to continue my academic and athletic career. Thank you to all my family and friends who have helped me get here. I would not be the player I am without you. The sacrifices you have made for me are something for which I will be forever grateful. I want to give a shoutout to coaches Todd DeCarlo, Jamie LeVoy, and many others who have had faith in me and support my pursuit of college soccer. I also want to give a big thanks to the Vanguard coaches, Mascaro and Dunn, for providing me with this amazing opportunity. I am so excited to start the next journey! Go Lions!”—Jena Howard

Daryn Conner Commits to Academy of Art University

Daryn Conner, 2022 Graduate of Placer United U17 NPL 1 Commits to the Academy of Art University in San Francisco

“I’m very excited to announce that I have verbally committed to the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. I will not only be able to play collegiate soccer, but I will also be able to live my life long dream of being a fashion design student. First, I would like to thank my coaches at Placer United, especially Ron Benjamin, to develop me as a player and guide me through the recruitment process. Next, I would like to thank my family for always supporting me, especially my sister, for being the best role model. Thank you to my teammates, who have always pushed me to be better and have made me the player I am today. I can’t wait for what the future holds! Go urban knights!” —Daryn Conner