Ryan Freeman
It started as a way to be active. Now it’s become his passion.
Coupeville High School senior Ryan Freeman started playing soccer as a sophomore, the first organized sports he had played since putting in eight years of baseball before high school.
“I thought it would be fun and I needed some means of exercise,” he said with a laugh.
Once he got out on the pitch, Freeman discovered a love for the game, and the way it made him a part of a second family.
“I enjoy the game, playing soccer is fun in general, but it’s more than that,” he said. “It’s being a part of the Wolves and the title I’ve gotten from it.
“Playing with all the pack is a privilege.”
On the pitch Freeman is a forward, which allows him to use his primary weapon.
“I would say that my strengths are speed. I’d say I’m pretty fast,” he said. “But not for long. Sprints are my strengths.
“My areas of improvement would be ball control and pass efficiency.”
While he’s always looking for the big play and wants to be part of a winning program, he realizes he’s not part of a soccer dynasty. Though that could change.
“My goals for the season are to try my hardest and have fun doing so,” Freeman said. “It’s Coupeville sports, and what I have learned from the years playing is that it’s best not to dwell on the scores of the games, but to enjoy the game and keep improving along with the team.”
Away from the game, he’s in Honor Society (“When I’m not playing soccer I’m usually doing homework … lame”), enjoys his Physics and Contemporary Issues CP classes, listens to a variety of music and is a huge video game fan.
“Video games are my jam,” Freeman said. “Huge nerd over here!”
His family and friends, both on the soccer team and in his non-sports worlds, have had a huge impact on helping to shape his life.
“It wouldn’t be possible to play soccer if I didn’t have support from my family at home,” Freeman said. “Being involved in the team and giving each other support and helping each other to improve throughout the seasons has made me who I am.
“Support from all my friends is why I am here today.”
