Hugh

Hugh is an athlete.

A short introduction to yourself? 

Just a lad from Liverpool whose following his dreams in America.

How did you develop your fondness for your sport and at what age did you start learning?

I was a late bloomer into football and started taking it seriously when I entered my teenage years. My great grandad, grandad and dad were all involved with football and all of them are huge inspirations in my life.

What is your style and what rank do you currently hold in?

I’m a left-footed winger who likes to play across the line.

Are you a member of any sports team? if not have you ever been? 

I currently am a student-athlete at Grand View University in Des Moines Iowa.

Do you have a favourite sports teacher?

My uncle Andrew McAuley allowed me to push on and improve a huge amount. Coaches like Steve Yoz back in the UK is another person who I have to thank.

Describe your major highlights and achievements in sports in the past. 

I don’t have many major highlights however the one that sticks out to me was winning the Merseyside cup when I was 14 with my high school even though it was such a small school that meant a lot to me. Playing against professional clubs when I was on trial at Preston North End also makes me very proud.

Do you take sports as a profession or is it just a hobby?

Football allows me to study in another country and get financial aid to do so, I would like to go pro as every boy my age would however at the moment I just see it as a tool for me to go to a good school and meet new people.

What challenges have you faced in getting to where you are now? You can also share any injury story.

No injuries, I just think if you are not already in the academy system at 18 America is the best option.

What motivates you most about your profession?

I love being in a team environment playing with lads that I love and have a very good bond with.

Do you think everybody should practise sports or do you want everyone to learn?

Yes, I think football is an amazing tool to go and do things that you never thought you would, I now have a friend in pretty much every country thanks to this experience and I just think because of that everyone should try and play.

What tournament or match you have won are you most proud of and why?

Formby Town 3-3 vs Warbreck, big jack terry with the equaliser is my favourite game, just have fun with your mates. That and the fact I haven’t won a trophy since I was 15!

Are there any short-term goals you’d like to accomplish in the next few months to a couple of years?

I think now it’s all about breaking out into the first team at the university and then staying there for the full 4 years, along with getting my degrees and hopefully masters at the end of it.

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