I grew up in Europe, and soccer was the first organized game I played. When we moved back to the U.S. in the middle of 4th grade, I switched to American football and stopped playing competitively until college, when I played intramurals.

I didn't play organized football until I was in the seventh grade. Up until that point, I only played at recess and in the backyard.

Growing up I was a soccer player. I didn't even watch college football until my junior year when I started getting mail and then I wanted to know these teams.

I've played this game since I was in second grade, and there's nothing more important to me than playing football.

Watching soccer is my main hobby, really. I'm no tactician or coach, but I enjoy watching the free flow of it, the different styles, and the histories behind clubs. Like Barcelona vs. Madrid - it's not just a soccer game; it's a geopolitical struggle. There are great storylines and no commercials.

I played English football - soccer - instead of American football, because we couldn't afford the equipment.