Stefan Walcott and Matthew Luchetti of the BFA Under 21 Men's Team have just signed with Seton Hill University in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Seton Hill is a member of the NCAA Division Two program. They will join Paul Cornelius of the BFA U21 Team at Seton Hill. Cornelius signed in 2009 and was Freshman of the Year.

http://www.bramptonguardian.com/sports/article/661771--friends-to-remain-teammates

Walcott and Luchetti joined the BFA in 2006 and have competed in the SAAC programs for the last four years. They are scheduled to compete for the U21 Team this year in the OSL.

Congratulations to Stefan and Matthew for a job well done and good luck for your future.

"I thank you for all you have done to help make this possible, and as always the Walcott family will continue to support Bryst and the positive contribution you continue make to the development of your academy members." (Mike Walcott)

"I want to thank-you, your coaching staff and administrators for the support and guidance you have all provided Matthew over the last  four years. Matthew’s first experience with Bryst was in Top Dogs. The thing that impressed us most at that time was Bryst’s philosophy on individual player development. Matthew’s disadvantage in the club system had always been his size. There was no question on his ability or skill, but he was cut from rep teams solely for his stature.  At Bryst, Matthew was given the opportunity to flourish in a comfortable and safe environment that promotes player development; respect for coaches, officials, parents  and each other while instilling confidence and sportsmanship in each and every athlete. Paul, Dimitri and yourself have had the largest positive influence on Matt’s success and has he starts his Seton Hill adventure, I’m sure he will take with him what he learned while at Bryst." (John and Franca Luchetti)

The picture is of Matt Luchetti training at the Belenenses FC Youth Academy in Portugal (August, 2009).

http://www.setonhill.edu/athletics/soccer_m/story.cfm?ID=2142