Vanguard University

The athlete: Kevin returns to the Blue and Gold after one of the most successful seasons in Vanguard soccer history?was named the GSAC Player of the Year and an NAIA First-Team All-American as a sophomore in 2010?led the conference in goals (16) and game-winning goals (8)?was second in the GSAC in points?came to the Lions from Dublin, Ireland?played for Belvedere College in Dublin, for Coach Davis?was named MVP of his team?also was the top goal-scorer in high school?has played soccer for 20 years?exceptional talent?ability to explode offensively this season?possesses a great combination of speed and strength?will be a focal point of the VU offense once again this fall.

The person: Kevin was born in Dublin, Ireland, to parents Stephen and Philomene?born on May 16, 1988?has two brothers?favorite place to eat is "In-N-Out"?likes the movie "How To Lose a Guy in Ten Days" and the TV show "Pokemon"?favorite color is sapphire and number is nine?enjoys reading Jeremiah 29:11?roots for Libby Archer?hobby is World of Warcraft?thinks honesty and loyalty are important?most respects Jesus?has learned to give more, expect less?soccer has taught him teamwork, sacrifice?career goal is to do something that makes him happy.

His thoughts: Being at Vanguard has changed my perspective on life.

Coach Dodge's comments: Kevin is an All-American who is a marked man now. He will rise to the pressure and loves to help his team win at all costs.