“He shoots… He scores!” Senior Diego Vera Pedroza can be caught making an impact at any of Westmont’s Varsity Boys’ soccer games. Dancing in and out of defenders with unparalleled grace, Diego always makes the right decision. “Diego is great because he not only pushes himself to be the best player, but pushes the team to work their hardest,” firmly states Diego’s teammate, junior Luke Hanuska. Diego’s work ethic and determination show themselves on the pitch: he has been an integral member of varsity for all four years. Read more to find out about the dynamic Diego:
What sports do you play at Westmont?
Boys Soccer
How long have you been playing soccer?
I’ve been playing since I was about four.
Who is a professional soccer player you look up to, and why?
A professional soccer player I look up to is Xavier Hernandez Creus, because he is one of the greatest midfielders of all time and has inspired me to emulate his playing style.
What is your favorite part of playing soccer at Westmont?
My favorite aspect of boys soccer is the pleasure of playing with or against friends.
What are some of your hobbies outside of soccer?
I like working on cars with my dad.
Favorite post-game grub?
In-n-out of course!