Miguel Betancourt
- NCAA ID: 2207615727
- Status: Uncommitted
- Class of 2025
Next Level U Statement
I play Centre-back in the OPDL Ontario provincial league with Woodbridge SC. I am over 6’2” & 190lbs at 16 yrs of age.
As a well-rounded student-athlete with an above 3.0GPA I am focused on playing soccer at the varsity level for a 4-year program. I am dedicated student at the Ajax High School with a consistent above 80% average. I am looking to continue my academic focus in kinesiology or health sciences in university.
As an overview on my profile, I am a versatile athlete, able to adapt to changing situations and training programs. I play Centre-back defense but can easily play fullback if needed for optimum team performance. My coaches describe me as “easily coachable” and they say that I possess maturity, perseverance and resilience to work through adversity. Technically, I have continued to work on my passing distribution, initiating attacks from the back, speed and winning aerials. The link to my updated profile highlight video will provide you with an overview of how much I have improved in the last year. As a well-rounded student-athlete with an above 3.0GPA, I work hard to exceed my goals whether it be on the field, classroom or weight room. I have had the opportunity to train alongside other elite athletes representing the national and international levels.
My new accomplishments include being selected as a guest player to attend the summer Dana Cup (Denmark) and Gothia Cup (Sweden) in the summer of 2024, being ranked the top 2007 CB by FTF Canada for their 2023 annual Top-100 rankings (26th overall), and recently being identified for second team starting XI at the FTF Toronto Winter Combine (Jan 2024).
Two recent interesting facts are I have received my National Lifeguard certification and Swimming Instructors certification, and volunteer at my high school as an assistant coach for the Sr. Varsity Girl’s Volleyball team.
I look forward to connecting with you and how I can be an asset to your team.
Contact this athleteAcademics
Kinesiology/Health Sciences
- Country
- Canada
- School Name
- Ajax HS
- School City
- Ajax, Ontario
- Recruitment Year
- 2025
Athletics
Canadian
Height:
6'2" / 188cm
Weight:
190 lb / 86 kg
References:
Coach Reference
Marco Reda
Head of Male Programming
Woodbridge SC
(416) 985-8724
mr.marcoreda@gmail.com
Centre Back / Full Back
Player Style:
Mature poise and powerful physical presence at the back who will win his duels and stays calm under pressure.
Player Strengths:
Excellent speed, Strong tackles, good in winning aerial duels, plays simple passes out of the back, passing distribution, and initiating attacks from the back.
Leadership:
VOLLEYBALL – Ajax High School – Senior Varsity starter – Striker & Captain
Team History:
2023 – Present – Woodbridge OPDL
2021 – 2023– FC Durham OPDL (playing year up)
2016 – 2021 – Oshawa Kicks Soccer Club (CSL) – Rep (playing year up)
Other Info:
I have had the opportunity to train alongside other elite athletes representing the national and international levels (Olympics and professional).
My sister is a student-athlete swimmer who competes in the Horizon League (Conference Champions) with Oakland University. My mother was a student-athlete swimmer with the University of Toronto and were both National and Provincial champions.
ATHLETIC – SOCCER:
- Selected as a guest player to attend the 2024 Dana Cup (Denmark) and Gothia Cup (Sweden)
- Ranked the top 2007 CB by FTF Canada for their 2023 annual Top-100 rankings (26th overall)
- Identified for second team starting XI at the FTF Toronto Winter Combine (Jan 2024).
- Selected to FTF Fall Showcase All Star Team (Oct 2023)
- Identified for first team starting XI at the FTF Toronto Summer Combine (Jul 2023).
- Woodbridge Strikers FC 2024: Starter – Centreback
- FC Durham 2022-23: Starter – Centreback and Wingback defense.
- Oshawa Kicks Soccer Club – 2018 to 2021: Starter. Played up in age group for three years. Centreback and Wingback defense.
- Oshawa Kicks Soccer Club MVP 2021 Season
OTHER SPORTS:
- SWIMMING – Ontario Provincial level qualifier. Ontario Regionals medalist. Former member of the Ajax Aquatic Club – Elite Squad.
- TRACK – Ajax High School – 4x100m Relay, 200m and 400m
- VOLLEYBALL – Ajax High School – Senior Varsity starter – Striker
- BASKETBALL – Ajax High School – Senior Varsity – Centre
- NLS Certified Lifeguard & Swimming Instructor
Team Accomplishments:
OPDL 22-23 Season – Premier League qualifier
OPDL 21-22 Season – Premier League qualifier
Team Ambassador Award – Oshawa Kicks – MVP 2021 Season
Highlight Videos
2023 Profile Highlights – Miguel Betancourt
A selection of highlights from the 2023 season playing with the Ontario OPDL league Premier Division and Showcases/MLS Next matches. Footage includes aerials, defensive stops, ball distribution and demonstration of athleticism and speed.
Visit my IG account (@miguel_betancourt_44) for latest updates.