Yihao Xu
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About Athlete
My name is Yihao Xu, and I hail from Hangzhou, China. Ever since my childhood, soccer has held a special place in my heart, and I am wholeheartedly committed to giving my all for the sport. I aspire to pursue my soccer career in the United States, where there exists a thriving sports environment and a vibrant atmosphere.
In college, my objective is to be part of a competitive school team, showcasing my skills on the soccer field. My ultimate aim is to secure a prominent position within the team, actively contributing to its success and striving to bring honor to the school. I am determined to leave a lasting impact on the school’s history through my dedication and accomplishments.
With unwavering determination and unyielding ambition, I firmly believe that I possess the qualities required to become a successful student-athlete. I am ready to invest my efforts and make the most of this opportunity to pursue my passion for soccer while excelling academically.
GPA
3.8
Teams
2021 Care FC
2018 Leyton AFC
2017 Huanglong Greenhawk F.C
2015 Hangzhou Sinobal FC
Championships
2020 Hangzhou campus football "Mayor cup" middle school men’s team champion
2019 Sixth "Xixi Cup" football Invitational middle school men’s group champion
2019 Hangzhou campus football "Mayor cup" middle school men’s team champion
2017 Champion of men's football U13 in the 19th Hangzhou Sports Meeting
Additional videos
https://youtu.be/hOAUV1Ky87U
Additional sporting info
2019 National second-class soccer player
2018 Participated in the elite selection competition held by Hangzhou Chaoqi Club, and was invited by Leyden Club to go to England to participate in the elite special training of Leyden Club in the summer of 2019
2017 Champion of men's football U13 in the 19th Hangzhou Sports Meeting
Interviewed by Zhejiang TV station as a key goal player after the game
Personal Best
2021 The fourth place of Chinese Football Association League Zhejiang Youth Institutions League Cup U15
In the final seconds of the game, scored the wonderful strike with a thunderous shot from outside the penalty area with left foot
2019 Sixth "Xixi Cup" football Invitational middle school men’s group champion
Kill the game in the final with a splendid bicycle kick to win the championship
2017 Champion of men's football U13 in the 19th Hangzhou Sports Meeting
Volleyed in the crucial goal to clinch the title
What makes you different?
In the aspect of soccer, I really like watching soccer games and soccer related TV shows. I will enrich my knowledge about soccer and have a certain depth understanding of soccer tactics and theories. I like playing soccer video games (FIFA, PES) and knows the background of all players and all clubs. My favorite soccer club is Barcelona. I have visited the stadiums of Barcelona and Real Madrid, as well as the stadiums of Manchester United and West Ham United, and I was shocked by the European football league.
In the aspect of study, I’m not only work hard on soccer, but also work hard on academic. I will find a balance between the two to ensure that I can achieve all-round development. I have a wide range of interests, I like music, movies, animation, travel. Besides soccer, I can also play the piano, Guzheng ( a Chinese traditional instrument), play badminton and swim. I think developing different interests also helps me to become a well-rounded person.
Why do you want to compete in college?
Because I know United States is a country with good sports environment and atmosphere. It has sports leagues for college students like the NCAA. This kind of sports environment is very attractive to all sports players. I can continue to participate in sports while studying my college courses and it will not affect my future development. It's a process of killing two birds with one stone. I can both gain the experience of academic performance and sports competition. That's why I want compete in college.
College Goals?
As an international student, I hope I can well integrate into the team and form a good relationship with my coach and my teammates. I hope my participation can help the team to achieve more goals. I will also work harder on my study, learn advanced sports knowledge in the United States, and make contributions to sports career after my graduation.
Education
High School
Played in high school soccer team.
Hangzhou No.13 Middle School
Played in middle school soccer team.
Hangzhou Xuejun Primary School
Played in primary school soccer team.