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VW Player Spotlights

Volkswagen All-Star Spotlight: Sawyer L

USMNT vs. Costa Rica, October 13, Columbus, OH VW Player Spotlights
October 12, 2021
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Participant:  Sawyer Luft

 

Reason for selection: Sawyer has played soccer for 4 years and it’s his favorite sport to play.



Get to know Sawyer!


 

Who is your favorite U.S. Soccer player and why?

Gyasi Zardes is my favorite because I get to watch him play for the Columbus Crew and the USMNT!

 


Why do you love soccer?

I love getting to run around. I get excited when we score and I like celebrating with my teammates.



What is the most important lesson you have learned from playing sports?

 

Teamwork, working together with others is how we win.

 

 

What are you most looking forward to this Fall?

 

My birthday and Halloween!

 

 

Who inspires you the most and why?

 

My parents, they love to watch me play soccer and always cheer me on in whatever activity I’m doing.

 

 

What do you want to be when you grow up?

 

Soccer player!

 

 

What or who are you thankful for?

 

My family and my friends!