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Hello & Welcome to TeamB4Self.com
My name is Michael Enz and I am your host.
Thank you for taking time from your busy schedule to visit with me today.
As my website continues to be a “work in progress” it will undergo periodic changes for updates and additional information from time to time so please visit often.
I hope you find this site both informative and enjoyable.
In short, the site title reflects the values I have been taught and the coaching I have received throughout my lifetime. It also provides insight on lessons I have learned and what I sincerely believe.
“Unselfish commitment and true player dedication are the foundation of a successful Team”.
It is my intent and desire, to play college soccer in a program where I can make a positive difference and be a contributing factor as I continue my education. If my skill set, attributes and background are a good fit for the Coaches, Team and School, I am confident that mutual positive results will be achieved.
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On March 3rd, 2016 Michael signed his “Letter of Intent” to play Men’s Soccer for Bluefield College.
Joining an elite group of national and international soccer players,
Michael becomes part of the 2016 signing class for the
NCCAA Division I – Bluefield “Rams”.
(Click the link below to view the 17 March, 2016 Gloucester Gazette Journal article on Michael.)
Michael commits and signs his “Letter of Intent“ to play Men’s Soccer for Bluefield College.
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* I have thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie and experiences I have had at Bluefield College over the last 3 years. It is with mixed emotions that I depart and move forward to pursue my higher education goals.
I sincerely treasure the time spent with my Teammates and Coaches along with the memories of what we were able to accomplish as a TEAM. I wish all the best for everyone.
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* Re-joining my Teammates and returning to the field of play for the 2018 soccer season is an exiting time for me. I am truly thankful to Dr. Eastwood, the Bluefield College Training Staff, Natalie and the Staff at Tidewater Physical Therapy for getting me back to 100%. I would also like to thank my Teammates and Family for all of their support during my recovery.
Now it’s time to “Play the Game“!
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* My 2017 “red shirt” sophomore season has been a time for reflection, rebuilding and preparation as I continue my education at Bluefield College. My recovery from ACL surgery last April has kept me sidelined this fall but hard work and diligence have enabled me to progress quickly. I look forward to the future with great anticipation and the day I re-join my Teammates on the field of play.
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* In my freshman year at Bluefield College during the 2016 fall soccer season, there were many great moments we shared as a Team. The 2016 Men’s Soccer Team was noted as one of the most successful in program history. Our subsequent participation and designation as the number 3 seed in the NCCAA Division I National Championship Tournament is definitely a highlight that we will not soon forget. We ended our 2016 fall season with a national ranking of 6th in Division I of the NCCAA.
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(Click the links below for the 2018 BC Rams Team Roster & Season Schedule)
http://bcrams.com/2018roster.aspx?path=msoc
http://bcrams.com/2018schedule.aspx?path=msoc
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“Keep up with Bluefield College Men’s Soccer”
https://twitter.com/bluefieldsoccer?lang=en
(Click the”Twitter Link” above for the most recent BC Men’s Soccer posts)
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*12/5/17 – Congratulations to the Rams for their exceptional 2017 fall season! With an overall record of 16-7-0, Bluefield College Men’s Soccer once again competed in the NCCAA National Championship Tournament in Florida.
Completing the season with a national ranking of 7th in Division I of the NCCAA is truly an accomplishment. As the 2017 fall season has come to a close, everyone looks forward to great things in 2018.
“Go Rams!”
http://thenccaa.org/documents/2017/12/5//DI_MS_Top_10.pdf?id=936
(Click the link above for current national rankings)
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http://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/michael-enz/hVCway0UEeS00gAmVebEWg/gendersport/soccer-stats.htm
http://www.maxpreps.com/leaders/soccer-fall-15/,points/virginia/division-ii/vg0Fa7bUq0u9U_mQw4TGxg/stat-leaders.htm?classyear=all&position=mf
(Click the links above for Michael’s 2014-15 & 2015-16 Varsity Soccer Statistics.)
*Michael’s Fall 2015-16 Varsity Soccer Season concluded on 29 October, 2015. Based on his performance, he was selected for his second consecutive Tidewater Metro “All Conference Soccer Team”.
“In his Junior and Senior year Michael played in a total of 33 varsity soccer games. During these two seasons, he contributed 30 goals along with 11 assists and led his Team’s offense with a total of 71 points. Michael is, and has always been, a dedicated Team Player that provides consistent performance and leadership for his Team.”
(Click the link below to view the Fall, 2015 press release on Michael.)
http://teamb4self.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Michael-varsity-recognization.pdf
Michael’s “Club Play” concluded with his Virginia Legacy Soccer Club U-18 Team in February 2016. Many thanks to Coach Grech and all members of the Team for the great experience this Fall & Winter. I will miss you all!
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Upcoming Events
We are preparing for the 2017 Bluefield College Men’s Soccer spring season that begins in mid March.
*11/23/16 – The Rams departed for the NCCAA Division I – National Championship Tournament in Kissimmee, Florida. The tournament will be played from 28 November through 3 December.
Best of luck to the Team & Coaches. Gentlemen, let’s “Play the Game”!
(The event outlined below will be rescheduled for the spring time frame due to college post season play.)
I am currently working with my family and members of the Gloucester Community to coordinate a fund raising “Youth Soccer Event” during the Thanksgiving break.
The “College Soccer Kick Around” is tentatively scheduled to take place at Ark Park in Gloucester, Virginia on Saturday the 26th of November, 2016 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
The “Kick Around” event is being organized for young Lady and Gentlemen soccer players (ages 10 & up) to raise funds through a $10.00 individual entry fee for each event participant. 100% of all proceeds raised for this event will be equally distributed to the local food pantry “Bread for Life” and the local Parks & Recreation youth sports programs here in Gloucester, Virginia.
(Please see my “Community Service” page for more details on this event.)
High School
Williamsburg Christian Academy
School Address
101 School House Ln
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Head of School
Mr. Lawrence Vaught
School Phone
Office: (757) 220-1978
Fax: (757) 741-4009
Year of School
Graduate
“Class of 2016”
2015-16 Testing
ACT – Completed – Spring 2016
SAT – Completed – Winter 2015
Potential College Major 1
Criminal Justice / Wildlife Conservation
Potential College Major 2
Communication / Sign Language
Age: 19
Height: 6’ 2”
Weight: 170 lbs.
Years Played: 15
Dominant Foot: Right
Primary Position: Forward
Secondary Position: Midfield
Yellow Cards: 2 (Lifetime)
Red Cards: 0 (Lifetime)
NAIA Eligibility
Complete
Recent History
*Completed the fall 2016-2017 season with the Bluefield College “Rams” Men’s Soccer Team. Participated in the NCCAA Division-I National Championship Tournament with the Rams in Kissemmee, Florida. The Rams currently hold a national ranking of 6th in Division – I of the NCCAA.
We are preparing for the 2017 Bluefield College Men’s Soccer spring season that begins in mid March.
* Spring 2016 “Safe Teen Driving” national awareness & public service announcements participation through YouTube
(Click the video link above to view Michael’s one minute P.S.A. submission for these programs.)
* 2016 Gloucester County fund raising for local youth sports programs T.B.D by Parks & Recreation Director (Summer, 2016)
* On April 3rd 2016 during the Gloucester Daffodil Festival, Michael and his run partner William Schultz completed the 5K Run sponsorship fund raiser for the local food pantry “Bread for Life”. Through the generosity of their sponsors they were able to raise a total of $654.00 for this worthy cause. With these funds, the food bank will be able to purchase and distribute over 3,000 pounds of food to families in need within the local community. Great work Gentlemen!
(Click below to view the 14 April, 2016 Gloucester Gazette Journal article.)
http://teamb4self.com/wpcontent/uploads/2016/05/Gazette-Journal-14-April-2016-William-and-MichaelBread-for-Life-654.00-presentation-on-4-6-16-5.pdf
* My fall soccer season for 2015-16 included play for both my High School Varsity Soccer Team, the WCA “Eagles” (#3) and my Virginia Legacy Soccer Club Team the U-18 Williamsburg “Titans” (#26).
I would like to acknowledge Coach Kim, Coach Grech and my family for the ongoing support they have provided me. My sincerest thanks goes out to each of them because without their patience and understanding I would not have been able to perform in this dual role as a soccer player.
I would also like to thank all of my Teachers and Teammates for the support they have given me. I have been truly blessed to have each of them in my life.
* 2016 Virginia Legacy President’s Day Cup Tournament in Williamsburg, Virginia (13-15 February, 2016) “Cancelled due to weather”
* University of Mary Washington – College I.D.C.
(17 January, 2016)
* 2015 Capital Fall Classic Tournament Play in Richmond, Va. with Virginia Legacy Soccer Club U-18 (14 & 15 November, 2015)
* Completion of the 2015-16 high school varsity soccer season with the WCA “Eagles” on 29 October, 2015. Based on Michael’s performance and results achieved during the 2015 fall soccer season, he has been selected for his second consecutive Tidewater Metro “All Conference Team”.
* 2015 Virginia Cup Tournament Play in Richmond, Va. with Virginia Legacy Soccer Club U-18 (4 & 5 September, 2015)
* 2015 Fall Season: Michael has opted to play for both his high school varsity team and his U-18 club team.
* University of Mary Washington – College I.D.C. (August, 2015)
* Virginia Legacy Soccer Club – College I.D.C. (15-18 June, 2015)
* Virginia Legacy Soccer Club Selection U-18 (2015-2016)
* Christopher Newport University – College I.D.C. (February, 2015)
* Williamsburg Christian Academy Varsity Play (2014-2015)
* Virginia Legacy Soccer Club Selection U-17 (2014-2015)
* Training Kutztown University (June-July, 2014)
* Virginia Legacy Soccer Club Play U-16 (2013-2014)
* Training College of William & Mary (July, 2013)
Recent Athletic Recognitions
“All Conference Player”
November, 2015
(2nd Consecutive Year)
High School Varsity
“Player of the Week”
First Week of September, 2015.
(The candidates were selected from among 5 area high school athletic programs and based on the nominee’s athletic performance.)
“All Conference Player”
November, 2014.
High School Varsity
“Player of the Week”
First Week of October, 2014.
(The candidates were selected from among 6 area high school athletic programs and based on the nominee’s athletic performance.)
Please scroll down this page to view my fall / winter game schedule. It is listed immediately below my 2015-16 stat information for varsity and club play.
2015-16 Season
Team: Williamsburg Christian Academy Varsity Soccer
Jersey Number: 3
Head Coach: Jae Kim
Games Played: 13
Goals Scored: 15
Assists: 8
Games with 1st Goal or Assist: 7
Points: 38
Shots: 41
Goals per Game: 1.2
Points per Game: 2.9
*Michael’s Fall 2015-16 High School Varsity Soccer Season concluded on 29 October, 2015. As a result of his exceptional athletic performance throughout the 2015 Fall soccer season, Michael has been selected for the Tidewater Metro “All Conference Soccer Team 2015-16” for a second consecutive year.*
2015-16 Season
Team: Virginia Legacy U-18 Titans
Jersey Number: 26 (C)
Head Coach: Steve Grech
Games Played: 8 Season (6 Tournament)
Goals Scored: 1
Assists: 3
Games with first Goal or Assist: 4
Points: 5
Shots: 17
Points per Game: .6
(Updates as of: 3-22-16)
State Ranking: Virginia standings for High School Varsity Soccer Players 2015-2016.
http://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/michael-enz/hVCway0UEeS00gAmVebEWg/gendersport/soccer-stats.htm
Season Schedule
WCA Varsity & Virginia Legacy U-18
*Home games at WCA Varsity Field – 100 School House Lane, Williamsburg, Va. 23188
*Home games at Warhill Sports Complex – 5700 Warhill Trail, Williamsburg, Va. 23188
Thursday August 27th – Home against Portsmouth Christian 4:30 pm
Friday September 4th – Away against Hampton Christian 4:30 pm
Saturday September 5th – Va. Cup Tournament @ Richmond River City Sportsplex 12:20 pm field #12
Saturday September 5th – Va. Cup Tournament @ Richmond River City Sportsplex 5:20 pm field #12
Sunday September 6th – Va. Cup Tournament @ Richmond River City Sportsplex 9:00 am field #10
Tuesday September 8th – Rescheduled to 10/20 @ visitors request
Thursday September 10th – Away against Norfolk Christian 4:30 pm
Friday September 11th – Rescheduled to 10/19 @ visitors request
Sunday September 13th – Away against Bay Stars White Caps 12:00 pm
Monday September 14th – Home against Banner Christian 4:30 pm
Thursday September 17th – Away against Portsmouth Christian 4:30 pm
Sunday September 20th – Home against Dynamo SC 1:45 pm
Monday September 21st – Away against Alliance Christian 4:30 pm
Friday September 25th – Home (Exhibition Game) w/ Tidewater Sharks 4:30 pm
Sunday September 27th – Away against Legacy SC ISA
To be rescheduled due to weather
Thursday October 1st – Home against Beach Breakers
Cancelled due to weather (no reschedule)
Friday October 2nd – Home against Hampton Christian
Rescheduled due to weather (to Oct. 13th)
Sunday October 4th – Home against Bay Stars White Caps
To be rescheduled due to weather
Tuesday October 6th – Home against Atlantic Shores 4:30 pm
Thursday October 8th – Home against Veritas 4:30 pm
Cancelled by visiting team (no reschedule)
Monday October 12th – Home against Alliance Christian 4:30 pm
Rescheduled at visiting teams request (to Oct. 12th)
Tuesday October 13th – Home against Hampton Christian (Rescheduled)
Monday October 19th – Away against Atlantic Shores 4:00 pm (Rescheduled)
Tuesday October 20th – Home against Stone Bridge 4:30 pm (Rescheduled)
“October 20th is Eagles Senior Night”
Saturday October 24th – Away against Legacy SC ISA (Rescheduled)
Sunday October 25th – Away against Dynamo SC 97B 12:00 pm
Tuesday October 27th – Metro Conference Tournament (1st Game Alliance Christian)
Thursday October 29th – Metro Conference Tournament (2nd Game Portsmouth Christian)
Saturday October 31st – 2015-16 Metro Conference “All Conference” Soccer Team Ceremony
Saturday October 31st – Home against Bay Stars White Caps (Rescheduled)
Sunday November 1st – Home against Powhatan Fury 19 1:45 pm
Sunday November 8th – Home against Legacy SC ISA 12:oo pm
Saturday November 14th – Capital Fall Classic Richmond Virginia (Game 1 Powhatan Fury)
Saturday November 14th – Capital Fall Classic Richmond Virginia (Game 2 Richmond Kickers Central)
Sunday November 15th – Capital Fall Classic Richmond Virginia (Game 1 Richmond Kickers North)
Sunday November 22nd – Away against Powhatan Fury 19 12:00 pm
Total 2015 Fall game schedule above – 27
* Monday November 30th – Begin winter conditioning: through February 12th, 2016.
Cancelled due to weather.
Saturday February 13th – Presidents Day Tournament Williamsburg Virginia (Game 1 TBD)
Saturday February 13th – Presidents Day Tournament Williamsburg Virginia (Game 2 TBD)
Sunday February 14th – Presidents Day Tournament Williamsburg Virginia (Game 1 TBD)
Sunday February 14th – Presidents Day Tournament Williamsburg Virginia (Game 2 TBD)
“Soccer players are no different than that which has been carefully sculpted over time. Some, are molded from clay and others have been chiseled from stone.“
Concealed in stone,
the competitor has always been there.
Through hard work, time and patience,
the character of the solid athlete within will eventually be revealed!
This athlete, runs for those who cannot walk and signs for those who cannot speak!
2014-2015 Season
Team: Williamsburg Christian Academy Varsity Soccer
Jersey Number: 3
Head Coach: Tim Cristian
Goals Scored: 15
Assists: 3
Game Winning Goals: 7
Games Played: 20
Points: 33
Shots: 10 +
Goals per Game: 0.8
State Ranking: 15th in Virginia standings for High School Varsity Soccer Players 2014-2015. Ranked 4th in Virginia standings for scoring among rising seniors .
http://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/michael-enz/hVCway0UEeS00gAmVebEWg/gendersport/soccer-stats.htm
• Strong Team Commitment
• Leads by Example
• Positive attitude and work ethic in practice but is historically proven “Game Player”
• Good field of vision
• Verbal communication with Teammates
• Awareness of Teammate & ball location
• Quick ball handling decisions- pass, move or shoot
• Smooth transition & movement with ball
• Pass or shoot with either foot
• Shot & pass accuracy with correct “touch” on ball
• Good “header shot” ability
• Physical nature of play
• Player durability & mental toughness
• Vertical jump ability – Exceeds 32″
• Current 30 meter sprint time – 4.43
