Ethan Sanderson
Current Club
AFC Dunstable
Left Midfield
Athlete Information
Current Club: AFC Dunstable, Varsity Nine Football & Education Programme
Previous Club(s): Dunstable Town, EB Lions
Athletic Achievements: Player of the Season (2024/25), Player of the Season (2023/24), Manager’s Player of the Season (2023/24), Goal of the Season (2023/24),
Academic Information
Study Major Preference: Sports Related
GPA: TBC
English Literature – 4
English Language – 4
Mathematics – 4
Combined Science - 4,3
Geography - 3
Physical Education - 3
Placement Year
Fall 2027
Gender
Male
Date of Birth
September 17, 2008
Place of Birth
United Kingdom
Height
5 foot 10 inches
Weight
152 lbs
Preferred Foot
Right
“Vision and Tactical Awareness: Ethan has the ability to read the game, he anticipates play, and spots opportunities or threats. Ethan has the capacity to make smart, quick decisions under pressure. Passing Range and Accuracy: Ethan is an effective passer of the ball, he is capable of short, simple passes to retain possession, and long, defence-splitting passes to initiate attacks. Excellent passing range. Ball Control and First Touch: Ethan looks to receive the ball in tight areas, retaining possession under pressure from opponents. He looks to receive the ball on his back foot where ever possible.
Work Rate and Stamina: As Ethan is one of our midfielders, he covers more ground than most of our other players who play in different positions on the pitch, this requires high levels of endurance, stamina and the ability to contribute to both defending and attacking throughout the match. Ethan is a box to box type midfielder. He is good in and out of possession. Defensive Skills: Ethan works back to assist his defenders breaking up opposition attacks. His skills include his positioning, tackling, and intercepting passes. He reads the game well. Ethan works hard on his transitions. Leadership and Communication: Ethan is a leader, he thrives on organizing the team on the pitch, he gives good, clear communication to his teammates. Composure and Mental Toughness: Ethan has the ability to stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations, he makes good decisions, and recovers quickly from any mistakes.”
“Ethan is a hardworking player who is always trying to improve and get better. He is brilliant at 1v1 defending with a desire to not be beat. Ethan can also use a range of passing to help penetrate defences.”