University of Illinois – Chicago

Personal Information:

Hometown: Franklin, Wisconsin

College/University: University of Illinois Chicago, Freshman, Major in Criminal Law and Justice

Athletic Background:

Sydney has been playing soccer for about as long as she has been walking.  She had two older sisters that had to keep up with and compete with, resulting in the player she is today. 

• At Franklin High School,
  • Four-year starter
  • Four-time First Team All-Conference selection
  • Three-time captain
  • Two-time MVP
• UW-Green Bay
  • Started 16 of 17 games for UW-Green Bay before transferring to UIC
  • Averaged 80+ minutes per game

Achievements:

• 4 x 1st Team All-Conference – WIAA Southeast Conference
• 3 x Franklin High School Varsity Soccer Captain
• 2 x Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association All-State Team
• 2 x Franklin High School Varsity MVP
• 2 x SC Wave Club Team Captain
• 1 x USA Today Wisconsin Soccer Player of the Year Nominee

Fun Facts:

My current college coach, David Nikolic, is the son of one of my first rec coaches, Aleks Nikolic, and the husband of the first coach to recruit me, Brittany Nikolic.  

Future Goals:

Open to pursuing a professional career in soccer.