Westminster soccer embodies Brenneman’s values

For senior Connor Brenneman, the sport of soccer isn’t just an enjoyable hobby, but a catalyst for personal development.

“Soccer has been the sport I’ve grown up with. It’s helped me grow as a person, and it showed me the meaning of hard work and dedication,” Brenneman said.

Now, 15 years into his soccer career, Brenneman is committed to playing soccer at Westminster College for the next four years. It’s a rewarding feeling, since Brenneman has worked his whole life for this opportunity.

“It feels great knowing that I have worked hard for a long time to achieve this goal and I have finally achieved it,” Brenneman said.

To Brenneman, Westminster’s team embodies everything that he has come to value after so many years with the sport.

“I chose to continue my career at Westminster because they are a team that does consistently well when they play. They also value hard work and dedication to the sport, and I feel I work hard and am dedicated to soccer,” Brenneman said.

Brenneman credits his family with introducing him to soccer and being his greatest support throughout his entire career.

“My family was there giving me advice and supporting me during the recruitment, and really during the entirety of my soccer journey,” Brenneman said.

As Brenneman looks back on his soccer career, he believes that his time playing for Baldwin was the most memorable.

“The most memorable moment in my soccer journey is starting and lettering all four years while playing for Baldwin,” Brenneman said.

Now, Brenneman offers advice to those who also wish to play at the collegiate level.

“I would say work hard and never give up. Never let adversity get in the way of your aspirations to play collegiate soccer,” Brenneman said.