Next Level U Statement
My goal is to compete at the highest level of college soccer while pursuing a degree in Kinesiology. A high-academic student-athlete, I am a CDM known for my work ethic, reliability, strong engine, and high soccer IQ. I never miss an opportunity to train and compete, and I pride myself on my work ethic and reliability. Highly versatile, I can step into FB or CB roles as needed, excelling at reading the game, tracking runners, breaking up play, and making key interceptions to protect the backline. Comfortable with both feet, I remain composed under pressure, prioritize ball retention, and use a wide range of passing to dictate tempo and initiate attacks. As a deep-lying playmaker, I thrive on unlocking defenses and sparking transitions. With respect to quantifiable NCAA athletic baseline metrics, I continue to make the necessary athleticism gains and am confident I will be physically ready to compete and make an impact at the collegiate level by June 2028.
Highlight Videos
Claragh McCollum – 2025 Highlight Video
A recap of my 2025 year.
2026 FTF Winter Combine (Toronto, Ontario)
Highlight from the FTF Winter Combine.
2026 FMS Pro Showcase (Montreal, Quebec)
Highlight from the 2026 FMS Showcase.
Claragh McCollum – 2025 Highlight Video
A recap of my 2025 year.
2026 FTF Winter Combine (Toronto, Ontario)
Highlight from the FTF Winter Combine.
2026 FMS Pro Showcase (Montreal, Quebec)
Highlight from the 2026 FMS Showcase.
Canadian by Birth / Irish Citizenship is being processed
5'8"
135 lbs
- Rhian Dodds (former Canadian National Team player and Scottish Premier League)
- Francisco Font (Head Coach 2024 and 2025 seasons)
Academics
Bachelor of Science
Specializing in Kinesiology/Sports Medicine/Physiotherapy
- School Name
- Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School
- School City
- Ancaster, Ontario
- Country
- Canada
- Recruitment Year
- 2028
- CDM (6)
- Centre Back
- Full Back (both sides)
– Composed deep-lying playmaker 6
– Versatile mobile defender CB/FB (either side)
2025 – 2026 : U16 – Hamilton United TFC – OPDL
CDM (6) / Full Back (both sides) / Centre Back
2024 – 2025 : U15 – Hamilton United Elite OPDL
CDM (6)
2022 – 2024 : U13/U14: Hamilton United OPDL
Full Back (both sides)
2024-2025: Bishop Tonnos Junior Girls Soccer Team
Athletics
FTF Canada Ranking Summer 2025: #22 (Top 150)
FTF Canada Top 10 Centre Midfielders Ranking for 2028 Grad Class: #8
FTF Canada Top 60 5th Annual Showcase (2026-2028 Grad Invites): Invitee
FTF 2nd Team All Combine Toronto – Winter 2026
FTF 2nd Team All Combine Toronto – Summer 2025
FTF Toronto Summer Combine: Player of the Match
FTF x VSC Spring Showdown: Player of the Match
Academics
Grade 9 Honour Roll (Honours with Distinction)
Grade 8: Graduated with Honours and received the Physical Education Award
CLUB ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2025 Winter Classic (Sahlen Showcase): Champions
2025 Bethesda Premier Showcase: Finalists (undefeated in the Champions Division)
2025 FTF x VSC Spring Showdown: Finalists
2023 Top Rated Super Cup: Champions (Top Division)
SCHOOL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2025 HWCDSB Junior Girls City Champions (undefeated)