Men’s Soccer – Trio Of Greece Arcadia Stars Commit To Finger Lakes

The first year head coach believes that these first year players will all make an immediate impact on the program. They are all described as character guys; one's who bring a unique blend of passion and leadership to the field on a daily basis. Zaov, Haines, and Jackson, all successful at their positions, are the types of individuals that Conley and his staff feel that they can build a championship caliber team around. A description of what each of these athletes brings to Finger Lakes is as follows: 

Haines: Will bring a physical presence to the Lakers on the defensive side of the ball. His physical style of play will pose as a threat to opposing team's offenses. Haines hard style of play also comes with him having a great understanding of the game. He works extremely hard at his position both on and off of the field by learning the specifics of what it takes to defeat his opponents. Haines is a solid player in the air. He has the intangibles necessary for playing defense at an elite level. Not only is he a formidable defender, Haines also gives Finger Lakes an added goal scoring threat when needed. He possesses leadership qualities and has the makeup to play the role of a captain. Conley looks forward to having a player of his stature on the 2012 roster.

Jackson: Is a highly technical player on the ball, one who possesses great field vision with the understanding of what it takes to get his teammates involved in the game. He brings a great deal of poise to the midfield position. He has the ability to control and distribute the ball at an effective rate around the pitch. Jackson will be an important piece to the overall flow of the offense in 2012 as he will help the Lakers in terms of possession control. He has a knack for knowing how to make passes with precision when on attack in opposing team's zones. Jackson also has the capability of using his creativity to open up opportunities for his teammates. He, like Zaov and Haines, also has the mindset of a leader. Conley believes that Jackson's game has what it takes to be a force at the collegiate level.  

Zaov: Is a multi-dimensional type player, one who can play any position on the field. His versatility gives the team a strong security blanket, especially if another player is out or injured and cannot play; Zaov is capable of plugging a gap. Coach Conley is not only thrilled about having an athlete of Zaov's capability; he is even more excited about coaching the leader that he and his staff are receiving in him. Aside from being a versatile threat on the field, Zaov is just as much a vocal factor on the pitch as he is a menace to opposing teams as a forward. Conley expects his athleticism and hardworking mentality to be a major force on the Lakers roster in 2012.