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Athlete of the Week April 4, 2024 7:00 am

Athlete of the Week: Natalie Medina

By Dylan Tice

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Natalie is a 13-year-old soccer player who is in middle school. She doesn’t play for her school’s soccer team, but she is a part of the Lancers competitive soccer team. Join us as we interview her for our athlete of the week.

How long have you been playing soccer? 

9 years. 

What’s your favorite thing about playing for the Lancers? 

I get to hang out and compete with friends. 

If you’re not playing soccer, what are you doing in your free time? 

Probably sleeping.  

How often do you practice soccer on a weekly basis?

3 times a week.

What’s one area of soccer that you want to improve on? 

My shooting.

Who’s your favorite coach of all time and why? 

Esteban because he pushes me and is fun. 

Do you want to play soccer in 

college? If so, where at? 

Yes, Duke University.

Do you have any pre-game rituals? 

Chewing gum.

What’s one piece of advice you could give to someone wanting to learn and play soccer for the first time?

Work hard. 

What’s your favorite song to get you hyped for game day?

Super gremlin Kodak Black

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