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It sounds like you're exploring the idea of identity, both on and off the field. It's important to remember that you are more than just a soccer player, and your worth extends beyond your performance in the sport. It's great that you want to get your name out there, but it's also important to stay true to who you are as a person. As you navigate through the recruiting process, remember that it's not just about showcasing your skills as a player, but also about letting people see the kind of person you are. It's okay to admire and look up to other players, but ultimately, it's important to stay true to yourself and recognize the unique qualities and value that you bring to the table. Keep exploring and defining your identity, both on and off the field.

Maya Mathis | UConn Soccer

I think it's good to tweak little parts of your game . But um just staying true to who you are on the field and off the field . Um Being humble , I think is another um thing that was taught to me by early on by my coaches .

Maya Mathis | UConn Soccer

I think when you do play a sport in college , it does get more serious . Um But if you don't already have that foundation of , wow , like I'm not just the person I am because of soccer , I think going into the college with that . Um just knowing that in your heart , um I think it's really , really , really important .

Maya Mathis | UConn Soccer

Um And I'm definitely interested into getting more involved um with just other deals . I wanna get my name out there . Um I think starting with what I've learned is starting with smaller deals and just kind of output your name , um your brands and just kind of getting those done um is really , really important .

Maya Mathis | UConn Soccer

It's , it's , it's a long hard process that you're questioning a lot about yourself . You're questioning a lot about your worth . Um And for me , it was especially tough because I was , uh it was COVID when I was getting recruited .

Maya Mathis | UConn Soccer

So even going home for a weekend was rejuvenating to me sometimes say if I was sick or just going through finals and had a stressful time , like it was so easy for me . Um , So , I think that's another thing is just paying attention , attention to what kind of person you are . And again , staying true to that .