USA
DAVID MARQUEZ-MARTINEZ
DEFENDER
ABOUT DAVID
YEAR OF BIRTH: 2002
Was captain of my high school varsity team 3 years. Played for Ohio Elite soccer academy first two club seasons following high school season and played for Cincinnati United Premier following my junior and senior year. Was selected defensive player of the year for my school all 4 years and nominated for defender of the year, junior and senior year. Won MVP for my high school team junior and senior year. I play as a center back and outside back but am flexible between positions when needed. I’m right footed but can also use my left foot when needed.
PROFILE
Primary position is center back and secondary is outside back.
STYLE OF PLAY
- I am a composed player.
- I like to keep possession and play smart.
- I like to initiate plays when the game is too slow and I make smart runs behind defenders.
PHYSICAL
- 5’9.
- 165 lbs.
- Right footed
STRENGTHS
- Main strength is my vision on the field.
- I give smart through balls.
- I know how to get out of tight spaces and make smart passes when counter attacking.
- I’m also really good at covering for my outside backs when I’m playing the center back position.
