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2007 Pro Soccer Combine: Men's Player Profile -- Matt Bengston

Name:

Matt Bengston

Positions Played:

Midfield, Defender

Height:

5' 10" (177.8 cm)

Weight:

165 pounds (74.84 kg)

Nationality/Passport:

US Passport

Birthdate: June 20, 1983
School/Last Season of Eligibility:

Elon University/2006

Last Professional Team: N/A
Combine Coach: Mike Matkovich, Toronto FC, MLS

 

Scouting Report from InfoSport 2007 Pro Soccer Combine
Technical (1 - 5: 5=strongest)
Category

Score

Comments
Dribbling 1

 

Passing

3

Connected some good balls out of the back 
1st Touch

3

 

Crossing

2

 

Finishing 2  

Heading

2

 
Tactical (1 - 5: 5=strongest)
Category

Score

Comments
Decision Making

3

Must improve off-ball positioning 
Communication

1

 

Executes Under Pressure

2

 
Movement Off Ball

2

 
Small-Sided Game

2-3

 
Full-Field Game

2

 

Physical Ability (1 - 5: 5=strongest)
Category Score Comments
Strength

2-3

 

Speed

2

 

Quickness

2

 
Endurance

4

Good overall fitness level 

Agility

2

 

Coach's Overall Comments:
Field awareness could use some improvement. Passing is a definite plus, and endurance level was excellent. Came prepared with his fitness level. Could be more vocal. Decision-making not bad.

Collegiate Soccer Career:
Head Coach: Darren Powell (336) 278-6746

Sports Information Director: Matt Eviston (336) 278-6711

 

Started 70 of 73 games player. 5 goals and 8 assists. Achieved Elon's first ever NCAA DI ranking, rated as high as #33 in the nation. 10-8-2 record, first winning record for Elon in DI play.

Professional / Semi-Pro Soccer Career:
N/A

Miscellaneous and Club Soccer Notes:
Greater Boston Eagles, 2000, 2001 D1 State Champs (MA); Boston Bulldogs 2001 Super Y League National Champs U18, Cape Cod Crusaders, 2004.

Personal Data:
Born June 20, 1983 in Massachusetts... US passport... No injuries or medical conditions reported.

Contact Information:
Permanent Address: 1 Kalia Circle, Andover, MA 01810

Mobile Phone: 978-590-3259

Permanent Phone: 978-688-1499

Email: mbengs10@yahoo.com

 

Last Modified: Friday, February 09, 2007 10:16 AM

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