Elliot Collier
Madison
Summary
Driven Soccer Player with many years of success in professional soccer leagues. Collaborating with teammates to create winning game strategies and tactics. Friendly and engaging with community members and media to promote community relationships.
I am ready to apply all the skills I have learned and built throughout my career as a professional athlete.
I am an avid learner and committed to the process of getting better every day. I understand what it means to grind day in and day out for the collective goal of a team and organization. I know I will be a valuable member of any team or organization and I will bring a positive attitude to achieve success!
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Professional Soccer Player
Indy Eleven
Indianapolis
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with teammates to develop effective game strategies and tactics.
- Executed training drills to enhance individual skills and team performance.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategy adjustments.
- Extremely high level of dedication and work ethic with a competitive focus on winning.
Professional Soccer Player
San Diego loyal
San Diego
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Adapted quickly to changing game conditions and opponent strategies during matches.
- Maintained physical fitness through rigorous training and conditioning programs.
- Demonstrated sportsmanship and professionalism on and off the field at all times.
- Recovered from multiple injuries through hard work and dedication to help perform for the team.
Professional Soccer Player
San Antonio FC
San Antonio
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Participated in community outreach events to promote the team's brand and values.
- Worked with coaches to identify strengths and weaknesses and make adjustments to improve performance.
- Spoke frequently with fellow team members and coaches to discuss problems or ideas.
- 2022 USL championship champions
Professional Soccer Player
New Zealand Football
09.2019 - 02.2022
- Playing international soccer for my country was the greatest honor and my single greatest achievement throughout my professional soccer career
- The pressure in international soccer games is exponentially higher than professional games.
Professional Soccer Player
Chicago Fire FC
Chicago
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Maintained optimal fitness level by training regularly, following nutrition plans and consulting with health professionals.
- Collaborated with medical staffs regarding injury treatments and rehabilitation.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with coaches and staff members.
- Drafted and signed after college and played for Chicago Fire for 4 years. This is the highest level of professional soccer in the US.
- Playing for an MLS team allowed me the opportunity to play for my home country of New Zealand.
Education
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL 01.2014 - 12.2017
Skills
- Strategic collaboration
- Physical conditioning
- Tactical adaptation
- Community engagement
- Performance optimization
- Competitive mindset
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility under pressure
- Emotional control
- Leadership qualities
- Mental toughness
- Coachability and learning
- Adaptability to different positions
- Work ethic and discipline
Accomplishments
- 2022 USL championship Champion
- New Zealand international
Timeline
Professional Soccer Player
Indy Eleven
01.2024 - 11.2025
Professional Soccer Player
San Diego loyal
01.2023 - 11.2023
Professional Soccer Player
San Antonio FC
01.2022 - 12.2022
Professional Soccer Player
New Zealand Football
09.2019 - 02.2022
Professional Soccer Player
Chicago Fire FC
01.2018 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Loyola University of Chicago
01.2014 - 12.2017