Marco’s passion for soccer runs deep, but there’s far more to him than just the game. A fierce competitor, he is also exceptionally well-rounded. Beyond the field, Marco is an outstanding guitarist, a top-tier student, and the president of his high school’s Spikeball club. He also competes in track and, as a sophomore, set his school's all-time record in the 400 meters with an impressive 50.97. Heading into his junior season, he's poised to shatter that mark by a healthy margin.
His academic excellence speaks for itself—he has never received anything less than an A throughout his entire school career.
More than just his accomplishments, Marco is a sharp thinker and a skilled communicator. He loves learning his favorite songs on guitar and even composes his own music. His creativity and determination shine through in everything he does, seamlessly carrying over from his daily life to the soccer field.
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Marco comes from a family with a strong tradition of academic excellence and high-level athletic achievement. His father played D1 Football as a free safety at San Diego State with Marshall Faulk. His older brother Diego played D1 Football at Stanford as a wide receiver and kicker before grad-transferring to play Soccer for Biola in the PacWest. His sisters Macey and Kayla also played D2 Soccer together at Westmont College in the PacWest, where they were league champions during their time in the G-SAC and made a national championship run!
Growing up in a household of highly competitive athletes, Marco has been immersed in a culture of discipline, resilience, and excellence. Each member of his family firmly believes he has the potential to make a significant impact and be a key component to a team's success at any level. Learning from their experiences, he has honed his craft to an exceptional degree.
His brother Diego—a multi-sport, multi-position collegiate athlete—considers Marco the most polished, dedicated, and well-rounded athlete in the family, a testament to his relentless work ethic and mastery of his sport!