Nicknamed “the beautiful game,” it’s one of the things I hold most dear in this world. The game has always mesmerized me because it’s unlike any other sport I have ever played. Baseball, football, and basketball all require one to be good with their hands, but none of these sports focus as much on footskills as soccer does. I started playing soccer in preschool, either at the age of three or four, and I still play soccer today. It’s a game I adore due to the dedication and finesse it requires. I started my soccer career playing every position with one big exception. I never played