Player Spotlight - Izzy LaFleur

Izzy began training with Finesse Soccer in the fall of 2017. Since then, she's participated in our Winter Skills & Scrimmage and our Spring Skills Academy.

What's your name? Isabelle LaFleur

Any nicknames? Izzy

How old are you? 10

What number do you wear? 12

What position do you play? Mid-Fielder and forward

How long have you played soccer? 6 years

What city do you live in?
 Lees Summit MO

What team/club/coach/school do you play for? Legends Atleti/Legends/Andrew Clifton

What is your favorite thing about training with Finesse? 

The coaches. They are so helpful.  I am learning in a different way that supports what I learn in my club. 

How has training with Finesse helped you?

Moving with the ball and passing.

Tell us about why you wanted to start training with Finesse.

My team mate and friend had started and I wanted to join her,

(Parent question): What is something you like about your daughter training with Finesse?


The coaches. They are professionals and genuine in how they help my daughter.

What is your favorite thing about soccer?

Team work and success that we gain together.

Who is your all-time favorite athlete (any sport)?

Aaron Rogers

What is something you like to do in your free time?

Play Basketball and Soccer.

If you had a song that played as you walked onto the pitch, what would it be?

Jump Around

Do you have any pre-game rituals?

Ice Cream

Please share some honors and awards you’ve earned!

Medals and trophies from tournaments

What advice would you share with younger players?

Practice and work

If you could nominate a Captain of Kindness, who would it be and why?

Izzy Miller as she is helpful and a great team mate.

Who do you look up to and why?

My parents. They are the reason I can do what I do.

What are your goals as a player, both short term and long term?

I want to play and continue to learn the game. If I get good enough I would like to play in college and then help coach.