Eric Johnson
Defensive Center Midfielder | Center Back
Scouting Report
Eric Johnson is a solid class of 2021 soccer prospect that attends Middletown High School in Middletown, Delaware. A lifelong soccer player; Eric has dedicated himself to the sport. First Team All State Selection (2019). He plays club soccer for one of the state's premier clubs- Delaware FC. At 6'0 he has good size and is very athletic with great speed and quickness. He has a high soccer IQ and great feel for the game. Sees the field well. Showcases great agility, dribbles well with either foot and is good in tight spaces. Plays very confidently. Very good in the air and uses his body well. Very accurate passer and plays unselfishly. Excellent first touch. Creative and plays fast.
He is a very sound player overall who's physical, mental and tactical abilities project him to be a solid 2021 college level prospect.
An Honor Roll student with a 3.8 GPA (Honors courses); Eric has all the tools to be a succesful at the college level and is a 2021 prospect to keep an eye on.
For more information in regards Eric Johnson's collegiate recruitment contact First State Preps Scouting Director - Ike Wilson at (302)494-3575(cell) / iwilson@firststatepreps.com(email).
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EXACT Soccer Camper Performance Report :
Eric Johnson - Class of 2021
Northeast Boys Multi College ID Camp - Feb 18, 2018
Height: 5'10" - Home Town: Middletown, Delaware
Position: Defender - High School: Middletown H.S.
Report Prepared by: Coach Scott Krotee of St. Joseph's University
Skillset Overview (Rating: 100 Point Scale):
Technical Abilities - 89
Dribbling - Quality with ball at both feet. Good in tight spaces, and makes good use of moves to beat defenders.
Passing: Creates opportunities for teammates with accurate passes. Rarely over or under hits the ball.
Tactical Abilities - 92
Reading the Game: Does well seeing the first level of pressure and making appropriate decisions on the ball.
Speed Of Thought - Has good ideas and tries to play fast. This will only help future growth.
Physical Abilities - 92
Speed - Great speed overall, in particular when running into space. Will be an important asset going forward.
Agility - Showed good agility. Good body positioning and footwork helped you change directions quickly.
Mental Abilities - 95
Confidence - Great confidence, didn’t shy away when challenged at camp and played with a sense of urgency.
Coachable - Responds well to coaching. Asked good questions and seemed to enjoy the learning process.
Coach Krotee's Comments:
"Eric Showed great athletic ability, speed, balance, physical maturity and great movement patterns. Pair this with his good foundational technical ability and he proves to have all the tools to be successful at the next level"
About Eric Johnson
Height: 6'0 | Weight: 155lbs
Honor Roll Student - 3.8 GPA
(2019) First Team All State Selection (Delaware)
(2019) First Team All Conference
(2019)Foyle Cup Dublin Ireland, Man of the Tournament
(2019) Varsity Captain Middletown Hogh School
(2019) 4th ranked High Scool Junior in the state of DE, 16th overall
(2019) Buffalo Wild Wings Player of the Week
(2019)Middletown HS athlete/leader of the Month
(2018) 2nd Team All Conference
(2018) Captain of High School Team
(2017) Varsity Starter as a Freshman (Middletown High School)
(2017) Honorable Mention All Conference Selection
(2017) Academic All Conference (Soccer)
(2017) 3.68 GPA (Honor Roll Student)
(2017-18) Club Soccer: Delaware Football Club -
(2017-2018) Team Captain - Delaware FC 2003 Boys Team, playing CB (primary position) and CDM
(2018)Jefferson Cup Finalist (3/2018)
(2018) NPL-EDP Spring League
Academic Accomplishments:
*A-B Honor Roll / *3.8 GPA
Athletic Involvement and Accomplishments:
*Foyle Cup Dublin Ireland, Man of the Tournament (2019)
*4th ranked High Scool Junior in the state of DE, 16th overall (2019)
* Buffalo Wild Wings player of the week (2019)
*Middletown HS athlete/leader of the month (2019)
*Middletown High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team Captain
*Honorable Mention All Conference
*Academic All Conference
*Middletown High School Girls Soccer Team- Manager
*Delaware Football Club- Captain 03 Boys Team, playing CB (primary position) and CDM
*Jefferson Cup Finalist (3/2018)
*NPL-EDP Spring League (season in progress)
*Exact Sports Soccer Camp
Other Extracurricular Activities and Accomplishments:
*School Band -percussion
*Mentor for younger soccer players
*Volunteer at homeless shelter and food bank in Wilmington
*3v3 soccer charity event
(2016-2017 8th grade)
Academic Accomplishments:
*A-B Honor Roll, Outstanding Achievement in ELA and MATH
Athletic Involvement and Accomplishments:
*Delaware Football Club- Captain of 03 Boys soccer teams, played CDM
*DE State Cup Champions
*1st place APL Fall League
*APL Fall League Championship Finalist
*APL Winter Showcase (12/2016)
*Delco Players Cup Finalist (5/2017)
*DE ODP
*DE ODP Region 1 ID Camp
*Delaware Elite Track Club- Indoor Season
*400 meter, 800 meter and Long Jump
Other Extracurricular Activities/Accomplishments:
*Intramural Flag Football, Basketball
*School Band- percussion
*Triple Threat Training- Speed, strength and agility training
*FAME-STEM focused academic enrichment program
*Mentor and Trainer for younger soccer players
(2018- present : 10 -11th grade)
*A-B Honor Roll / 3.8 GPA
(2017-Present: 9th grade)
*A-B Honor Roll Student
*3.68 GPA
*Academic All Conference (Soccer)
(2016-2017 8th grade)
*A-B Honor Roll Student)
*Outstanding Achievement in ELA and MA
Penn Fusion Showcase Feb 22-23
http://events.gotsport.com/events/schedule.aspx?eventid=73509&FieldID=0&applicationID=5518266&action=Go
Jeff Cup March 26 -29
Schedule pending
ECNL South Carolina April 24-26
https://admin.totalglobalsports.com/public/schedules.aspx?tid=41116&eid=1516
#8 Eric Johnson (2019-20 High School Season Highlights)
#13 Eric Johnson (2019 Club Season Highlights)
#13 Eric Johnson (2018 Club Season Highlights)
Coach's Evaluation
HS Coach:
"Eric is mature beyond his years on and off the pitch. Valuable piece to any midfield, great in the air and see passing lanes before they develop. He leads with his play and his communication skills. As a freshman, seniors often looked to him for answers and opinions on play. We are lucky to have a player like Eric leading our team" ~ Anthony DiRienzo(HS Coach)
Please contact St. Middletown High school's Head Soccer Coach Anthony DiRienzo for further evaluation of Eric Johnson's athletic ability, character and work ethic. Coach DiRienzo can be reached at antonio.dirienzo@christina.k12.de.us (email)
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Club Coach:
"Eric is a very good 1v1 defender, he tracks runners well and breaks up plays. He has a lot of intangibles you cannot teach--he has speed, power, and strength." -Coach Steve Cavalier
Please contact Delaware FC 2003 Head Club Soccer Coach Steve Cavalier for his personal evlauation of Eric Johnson's athletic ability, character and work ethic. Coach Cavalier can be reached at (610)996-0425 (cell) / scavalier@delawarefc.org
Personal Message
My name is Eric Johnson and I'm a class of 2021 center defensive mid/center back soccer prospect that attends Middletown High School in Middletown, DE. My dream is to play soccer collegiately and I would like to build a relationship with your program with the hopes of becoming a future recruit for your 2021 recruiting class. I have been playing competitively for many years on the club level and this past season I played varsity soccer for my high school as a freshman. I was named All Conference and am the captain of my club team- Delaware FC- ‘03. Thank you for taking the time to review my profile!
I am a skilled player with a high soccer IQ. I lead by example and have a great work ethic. I train all year round and am very determined to be the best student athlete I can be. I was just nominated to the Student/Athlete Leadership Committee, by my peers, at my High School. I am taking honors courses and have a 3.68 GPA. Although soccer is my passion, I also participate in competitive basketball and track and field. I would love for you to see me play soccer in the future or possibly attend any camps or events you may be hosting on campus, so you and your staff can evaluate me in person. Any consideration would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time coach and feel free to contact me anytime.
Regards,
Eric Johnson
Defensive Center Mid / Center Back
Class of 2021
Middletown High School - Delaware
Club Team: Delaware FC '03 - Delaware