Nathan Crockford
Wilmette,IL
Summary
A committed professional athlete who brings a strong work ethic, ambition, resilience, and leadership to every environment. In both professional and academic settings, possesses strong analytical ability, clear communication skills, and a consistent drive for excellence. These qualities have supported progression at the professional level and contributed to high performance on and off the field.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Athlete
San Jose Earthquakes
San Jose, CA
01.2026 - 12.2026
Professional Athlete
F.C Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
01.2025 - 12.2025
Professional Athlete
D.C. United
Washington, DC
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Selected in the third round of the 2024 MLS SuperDraft out of the University of Wisconsin
NFL Honors Host
NFL
Los Angeles, California
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Worked with NFL and Presented Trophies to the winning athletes.
- Worked back stage with NFL players and Keegan Micheal Key to coordinate post trophy interviews.
- Insured logistics went as planned.
- One of Two collegiate athletes in California that was selected to host.
Camp Counselor
SMP
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Oversaw camper activities and encouraged fun, safety, and inclusivity.
- Gave campers instructions for various activities.
- Carried out daily activity schedules, gathered materials, and assisted with set-up, breakdown, and clean-up on a team of four counselors.
Announcer
Chicago FC United
Chicago, IL
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Excelled by combining experience and passion to ensure timely and comprehensive reporting on the games.
- Updated and informed listeners by offering fresh and new perspectives on the game.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Trier Township High School
Winnetka, IL05-2021
Economics & Marketing -
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
Los Angeles, CA08-2021
Market Place Studies & Business Marketing -
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD08-2025
Skills
- Self-discipline
- Mental toughness
- Focus and concentration
- Coachability
- Strategic thinking
- Performance analysis
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Time management
- Personable and friendly
- Competitive
- Adaptable
- Leadership development
Accomplishments
- Drafted in the MLS SuperDraft
- Professional Debut vs Celtic
- Asked by UCLA athletic department to be soccer liaison to donor community.
- Attended multiple speaking engagements and public appearances as a representative of numerous MLS organizations.
- Apart of the UCLA BAC athletic community group.
- Peer learning with underprivileged students in the inner-city of Chicago.
- Captain for Chicago Fire Academy.
Timeline
Professional Athlete
San Jose Earthquakes
01.2026 - 12.2026
Professional Athlete
F.C Cincinnati
01.2025 - 12.2025
Professional Athlete
D.C. United
01.2024 - 12.2024
NFL Honors Host
NFL
02.2022 - 02.2022
Announcer
Chicago FC United
08.2017 - 10.2020
Camp Counselor
SMP
01.2017 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
New Trier Township High School
Economics & Marketing -
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
Market Place Studies & Business Marketing -
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Maryland Global Campus