Next Level U Statement
2026 Graduate | Waterloo United L2 Athlete | Diego Varela
Driven central midfielder (CM) from Waterloo United’s League 2 program, pursuing the opportunity to play soccer at a four year institution while earning a degree in Kinesiology. A fearless and composed player who controls the tempo of the game, wins challenges, and maintains possession under pressure.
Leads by example through communication, work rate, and tactical awareness. An asset to any team combining defensive grit with attacking creativity. Known for lethal vision and accuracy in distributing through balls, long passes, and free kicks, consistently creating opportunities and advancing play.
Highlight Videos
2026 Graduate | Waterloo United L2 Athlete | Diego Varela – Highlight Tape
Dynamic and disciplined player from Waterloo United’s League 2 program (Class of 2026). Known for strong field awareness, technical precision, and leadership on and off the pitch. Highlight reel showcases consistent performance across competitive fixtures and tournament play.
📽️ Full games and extended highlights available upon request.
Canadian
184cm
78kg
Stuart Mackie (Red Academy of soccer, head coach)
*(other references are in highlight tape and CV)*
Academics
Kinesiology
- School Name
- Bluevale.C.I
- School City
- Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
- Country
- Canada
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
Center Midfielder
Center Attacking Midfielder
Playmaker, Ball-Winner, Set-Piece Threat Midfield General, Possession Keeper, Visionary Passer Box-to-Box Midfielder, Playmaker, Dead-Ball Specialist
Technical Skill, Crossing, Shooting, Speed, Passing
SOCCER
CROSS COUNTRY
TRACK AND FIELD
RED Academy of soccer (u12-u16)
Bluevale Colligate Institute Varsity soccer (gr9-gr12)
Waterloo Opdl (u17)
BVB SOE 07-08 boys (Las Vegas)
Waterloo United League 2 men’s soccer
BVB SOE NORTH AMERICAN MVP