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BOYS SOCCER

Sean O'Laughlin

Forward
HOLLY SPRINGS HS
HOLLY SPRINGS, NORTH CAROLINA
SENIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-2
Press Release

Peak Performance

41

Goals

1.6

Average Goals Per Game

10

Assists
“Sean constantly had his imprint on the game as a senior. When we played Holly Springs, we took a very early 1-0 lead and it was at that moment that Sean began to take over the game. He was constantly causing havoc.”
Kelsei Croal
Head Coach - Rolesville High
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Athletic Excellence

The 6-foot-2, 165-pound senior forward led the Golden Hawks (22-2-1) to the fourth round of the Class 4A state tournament this past season. O’Laughlin finished with 41 goals, averaging 1.6 goals per game, and added 10 assists to earn 4A All-State honors. He was also a United Soccer Coaches Association All-American selection. 

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Academic Achievement

O’Laughlin has maintained a 3.58 GPA in the classroom. He has signed a written letter of athletic aid to play soccer at Erskine College (S.C.) this fall.

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Exemplary Character

A member of the Holly Springs High student leadership group, O’Laughlin has volunteered locally as a coach at youth soccer clinics. He has also donated his time to multiple community service initiatives through his church ministry youth group.