Meet Evan Yoell: sophomore center back and captain to the Fullerton College men’s soccer team. Recently signing with Cal State L.A., Yoell has made his mark in FC athletics this past season by being a strong defender that played a major role in tying the program record with the 2018 squad. However, his soccer journey hasn’t always been a linear path. Having a rough start playing in youth teams, his passion for the sport remained persistent, and the motivation from his parents kept him pushing for success. Watch as he talks to staff writers Alberto Orozco and Omeed Motia about his soccer journey and how players manage mental health and outside pressures differently in the field.
FC Soccer Player Evan Yoell’s Journey to Navigating the Field
Evan Yoell’s soccer journey hasn’t been a straight course to success, but with support from his parents and a burning passion, he’s found his footing in the field.
December 18, 2024
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About the Contributors
Alberto Orozco, Staff Writer
Alberto is a journalism major and plans to transfer to CSUF next fall. He’s passionate about sports, especially soccer and football. Alberto hopes to be a play-by-play announcer and work in sports journalism someday.
Omeed Motia, Staff Writer
Omeed is working towards an associate's degree in journalism. He hopes to one day be a writer for Sports Illustrated. In his free time, he enjoys reading books, watching crime documentaries and playing basketball. He is very passionate about writing on all types of sports.