Francis Marion University Athletics

FMU:  Returning part-time starter and 3-year returning letterman....Played in 17 matches in 2022 and made 10 starts....Recorded 2 goals, 2 assists, and 7 shots (4 on target)....Appeared in 16 matches in 2021 (with 9 starts)....Recorded 12 shots (7 on target)....Younger brother (Nickolas) was a member of the 2022 FMU squad....Appeared in six of 11 matches during the covid-shortened 2020 season....Gained valuable experience as a freshman....A very good player....Will fight for a position on the field right from the beginning.....Comes from one of the best high school programs.....Possesses very good offensive skills....High expectations....FMU Swamp Fox Athletic-Academic Honor Roll 2020 (fall)...FMU Swamp Fox Athletic-Academic Honor Roll 2023 (fall).

PERSONAL:

• Born in Hilton Head Island, SC
• Graduate of Hilton Head Preparatory School, where he played for coach Chris Davidovice
• Region 1-A Player of the Year
• Also played with Tormenta FC
• Region III ODP squad selection
• Nickname is Chino

PERSONAL FAVORITES:

• As a child what you wanted to be when you grew up: A business owner or a professional fútbol player
• How you got your nickname: My parents
• Favorite Fictional Character: Spider-Man
• Favorite Athlete: Lionel Messi
• Favorite Sports Team: Inter Miami
• Favorite Movie or TV Show: Outer banks
• Favorite Food: Asado or bandeja paisa
• Favorite Vacation Spots: Buenos Aires, Argentina or Miami, FL
• Favorite Musical Artist: Rauw Alejandro
• Favorite Thing About FMU: The men’s soccer program
• Favorite Off-Field Activity: Fishing or going out on the boat
• Goals for Upcoming Season: Win the conference and go to the NCAA Tournament
• Why you first chose your sport: My family played and I fell in love with the sport
• Biggest mental challenge in your sport: Staying focused on and off the field
• Interesting Notes: Player of the Year (1A) at Hilton Head Prep