Star Athlete: Local Soccer Player Balances School, Work

ALGONQUIN, LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL — We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Wendy Geib who nominated Julian James “JJ” Switzer of Algonquin-Lake In The Hills.

Star student athlete’s name

Julian James “JJ” Switzer

Star student athlete’s home state

IL

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills

How do you know the star student athlete?

I am his PROUD Grandma

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Soccer

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

He works hard on his grades, school, his job, soccer & now will be joining the Crystal Lake Inferno Soccer Club which helps players get be a better soccer player & get set for college soccer.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

He works VERY hard and never takes anything for granted

Keep up the great work, Julian James “JJ” Switzer!

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