Ila Gunner

Field Hockey

Ila Gunner - GoalKeeper

female

United Kingdom

British

170

66

Goalkeeper

Ila is nimble, quick, confident and not scared to lay it on the line. Very commanding in the D and excellent at communicating with her defensive line. A very exciting prospect.

https://vimeo.com/654112709

About Me

I started playing hockey when I was 7; soon after I discovered goalkeeping and was put in the smallest kit that could be found, I never looked back! I am a hardworking, conscientious and resilient student-athlete; when faced with challenges I put my all into finding a solution. As an athlete I am the first to be at the session and the last one to leave; always contributing 100% and looking for new ways to develop and grow. I love playing a team sport and am a confident communicator within the squad, both on and off the pitch. My enthusiasm and volunteer coaching experience, along with my umpiring and Level 1 coach qualifications, resulted in me being appointed the lead coach for the 6-8 year olds this season. I successfully manage my studies - Biology, Psychology and English Literature - alongside my hockey commitments; as well as my job as a waitress and coaching. To relax, I love to catch up with friends or enjoy some down time watching Netflix or Disney Plus with a bag of dried mango in hand :) I plan to study neuroscience or psychology; I find the human brain fascinating and want to discover so much more about it!

STATS & ATHLETICS

Goalkeeper

  • Ladies 1st Havant – Prem (G2)
  • Consistently Selected for Guildford Junior Age Group A-team
  • Junior captain representative for Ladies 2 team, Division 1 (G2)

 

  • England Hockey Performance Centre (starting 4th year)
  • England U16 trialist
  • U16 school Tier 2 national finalists
  • School sports scholarship

ATHLETE GALLERY

INTERVIEW


As a goalkeeper I am confident to share my invaluable viewpoint of game; I am a strong communicator, directing and supporting my defenders. My communication reduces the amount of times the opposition enter the D; ensuring players are positioned correctly and covering the angles to cut off play.


I want to play at the highest level possible and be surrounded by like-minded committed student-athletes. I would love to experience the sport I love, in a different environment and the increased competitiveness and standard that America colleges offer.


To improve as a player and compete at the highest level possible, alongside a successful team. To embrace the challenges that I face, have fun and achieve academically.

Title IX USA Consultancy

Title IX USA specialises in identifying and assisting young, talented athletes to pursue sports scholarships in the USA. A sports scholarship allows you to play full time sport whilst earning a degree at an American University.

Contact

Copyright © 2021 Atleta Consultancy Ltd trading as Title IX USA

instagram default popup image round
Follow Me
502k 100k 3 month ago
Share