Cloquet Soccer Student Scholarship

Kiley is a dedicated high school student with a strong academic record and a deep passion for athletics. With a GPA of 4.113, she is committed to pursuing a career in physical therapy, and planning to major in Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota.  She has been actively involved in soccer for 13 years, earning All-Conference and All-State honors throughout her high school career, along with being named MVP and Best Forward.

In addition to Kiley's soccer achievements, she is a Varsity Basketball player and captain, a member of the National Honor Society, and actively participates in Student Council, Link Crew, and the Principal Advisory group. Her involvement extends to Junior and Senior Exec, where she  honed leadership and organizational skills. Her experiences in soccer have taught her the value of dedication, hard work, and continuous improvement, which will carry into her future academic and professional goals.

Mason is a committed high school student with a diverse set of interests and achievements. He has participated in soccer for 13 years and learned the values of hard work, teamwork, and dedication. His current high school GPA is 3.754, reflecting a strong academic performance.

Beyond soccer, Mason is involved in Track and Field and was recognized as the Most Improved Athlete.  In Robotics, he led the creation of the Impact Award. These experiences have taught him essential skills like time management and teamwork.

This scholarship will greatly benefit Mason by allowing him to concentrate on his studies and involvement in activities without the added stress of financial burdens. It will help to achieve his educational goals by reducing the need to work excessively and allowing him to fully engage in academic and personal growth.

 Macava has played soccer with CYSA for 9 years. She is also involved in Track and Field, on the Math Team, Exec Board, Leadership Board, NHS and is a Letter Winner. 

She knows that playing soccer has taught her many life lessons, and as a Captain this past year she learned leadership skills as a way to help others. "The biggest characteristic I learned while playing soccer is there is always more to learn. Whether this be in the sport or with your teammates, you can always continue to grow and learn."

Macava will continue playing next fall while attending college at 

Saint Mary's while pursuing a degree in nursing. 

 Katelyn has been involved in CYSA for 13 years. She is also involved in Track and Field and has been voted the hurdle captain by her teammates, making it to the section meet while competing to go to state. Katelyn also plays basketball to push her athletic abilities. She is involved at school, leading as secretary on the Senior Executive Board. When asked how participating in soccer will help in the future, Katelyn added, "Playing the goalkeeper role has helped me develop a voice on and off of the field. In my 8th grade season, I made the JV team as a backup goalie. I was a small, quiet kid and had a thin shell. Moving on throughout the years I had to move past obstacles and create a huge

leadership role from the back of the field. In my senior season, I had a really young backline, which tested my ability to lift others up in a time of need, and tested my overall persistence.

Playing with Cloquet Soccer for many years has helped me develop into the girl I am today. I am forever grateful for all of the coaches and friends I have had over the years. These relationships have allowed me to break out of my shell and develop a voice I didn’t know I had. This allows

many opportunities for me to come into my collegiate career. I will be able to vocalize and create bonds way more easily than before. Thank you Cloquet Soccer, I am forever grateful for everything."

Katelyn is planning on attending Gustavus Adolphus College, to continue with both soccer and education. 

Katie has played recreational and competitive soccer with CYSA since she was 5 years old, and was a 4-year varsity letter winner, and captain her senior season. She has also coached for our Little Net Busters program for the last 6 summers. She feels being a member of a team has helped her build character, sportsmanship, and taught her how to work hard and challenge herself to reach her goals. Katie also played Varsity basketball and competes for the track & field team, captaining those teams as well. She will finish her high school academic career with a 4.0+ GPA, and was a member of National Honor Society, Junior Rotarian, Link Crew, Student Council, and the Junior & Senior Executive Boards, as well as the editor of the yearbook her junior and senior years. She will continue playing next fall as a Northern Michigan University Wildcat while pursuing a degree in Clinical Health Sciences- Pre-Med.

Sam was a player in CYSA for 8 years, a referee for 3, as well as a 3-year varsity letter winner and senior captain. Sam feels soccer has shown him that hard work pays off. Sam is also a strong performer in the classroom, carrying a 3.98 GPA through high school. He also plays tennis, and participates in Link Crew, Junior Rotarian, and attended the Scott Anderson Leadership Forum. Sam will continue his education in the fall at the University of North Dakota pursuing a degree in Air Traffic Management.

2021 Scholarship Recipient

2021 Scholarship Recipient

2020 Scholarship Recipient

Kate has played soccer for 13 years. She was a 4-year Varsity soccer letter winner and captain her senior year. She feels soccer, and being part of team sports, has made her a true team player and helped develop her leadership skills. Kate was also a 4-year Varsity basketball player, captaining that team her senior year as well. Kate finished her high school career with a 4.0+ GPA, and was a member of Link Crew, the Junior & Senior Executive Boards, Student Council, and was involved with the Fall Musical. She will be attending the University of Wisconsin- Madison to pursue a degree in business.

2020 Scholarship Recipient

Ryan has played soccer for 13 years. He was a 3-year Varsity soccer letter winner, and captain his senior year. Ryan was a member of the All-Star team his senior year, and also named LSC All-Conference Honorable Mention. He feels soccer has taught him patience, self-discipline, and leadership skills he can take into his future career. Ryan also participated in track, nordic skiing, tennis, and the club volleyball team. He finished high school with a 3.5 GPA. He will be attending the University of Wisconsin- Superior in the fall to pursue a degree in computer science.

2019 Scholarship Recipient

Kelly Lorenz of Carlton, Minnesota, is a 2019 graduate of Cloquet High School and will be attending Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota.  She participated not only as a soccer player in the club, but also a referee.  Kelly says that playing soccer taught her to support teammates and to “own up to my own mistakes.”  As a referee, she learned to keep her cool and deal with others.  Being a referee also helped build her confidence and her ability to speak in public.  She was also active in many other school-sponsored activities and demonstrated strong academics with a 4.1 GPA.  

2019 Scholarship Recipient

Peter Tomhave of Cloquet, Minnesota is a 2019 graduate of Cloquet High School and will be attending college in Maine.  Peter says playing soccer has taught him three basic lessons. One, never take anything for granted.  Embrace every moment and tackle every day with the same commitment and gusto. Two, winning is not everything.  Winning should be a goal, but the best times were when the team “meshed cohesively and everyone got along.”  Three, surround yourself with people who care most about you and who you care most about.  Being with your teammates on the bus, in a hotel, or on the field for countless practices, you learn a teammate will always have your back.  Peter also participated in many other school-sponsored activities and demonstrated strong academics with a 4.2 GPA.