Personal Statement

My name is Rion S. Cruz. Currently, I am heading into my senior year at  Newbury Park High School, Newbury Park CA. I spent my freshman & sophomore year at Oaks Christian School, Westlake Village CA in which I had the privilege to play football under Coach Jim Benkert and Coach Charlie Collins' leadership .  I play Defense & Offense on Varsity.  I am a 5’11 211 lb RB/LB/ATH. I am a scholar athlete with a 4.0 semester GPA and 3.5 Cumulative GPA in IB courses and I was awarded Offensive Back of the Year along with all honorable mentions for all CIF academic teams. I am truly a dedicated and determined football player, and I am always 110% committed to the process of getting better every single day at my craft.

My personal experience with sports started when I was five years old. I began my football career playing for community league sports in Vancouver, Canada where I was raised until I moved to California in 2017. IAs a Canadian-American, it also gave me options to expand my reach outside youth football and compete in the U.S.  It has inspired me to become a better student  and a better football player.  I know there is always unexpected setbacks that happen in life but I am always willing to work through it and create a positive outcome.  I believe with my diligence, strong work ethics and a driven attitude  serves as an asset to a team's success.  I like to challenge myself in everything I do whether it's a win or a loss. I always look at the big picture, show intent for the game, and to be of support to my teammates as a whole opportunity to excel.

I plan to further my studies, in the field of Sports Medicine & Business where I can work on becoming a renowned sports medicine specialist, with a focus on nutrition, athletic training and mental wellness.  Ultimately, outside and after college football,  I plan to build high-tech driven Sports Medicine & Athletic Training Facilities that will serve and empower aspiring athletes, the youth, and people coming from all walks of life. 

Thank you for visiting my Recruiting Profile.  I look forward to finding the best College for me !!

Recognition Season 2019:

1. St. Bonnaventure Vs. Newbury Park - "Hitter Of The Week"

2. Calabasas Vs. Newbury Park - "Defense Player of the Week"

3. Westlake Vs. Newbury Park - " Defense & Offense Player of the Week"