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Raw and uncut with Royals Soccer’s Captain Dylan Myers

Te past week I had the pleasure of getting in touch with one of the captains and star players

on the Douglas College soccer team:

the Royals’ very own Dylan Myers.

The hulking number three Right Back defenceman humbly agreed to an interview which I am proud to share with all of you.

At what age did you start playing soccer?

Dylan Myers: I had the ball on my feet ever since I could walk. I didn’t however play organized [soccer] until the age of four.

Who did you play for growing up? DM: Growing up I played everywhere. I started in New West until age 12 and then I played all out of district. I played for Point Grey, Delta, Abbotsford and played all my metro years with the Burnaby Selects.

Last year your team was considered the favourites going into the playoffs. What exactly happened?

DM: We got too confident and the soccer gods weren’t on our side. It was just one of those days where things don’t go your way.

What’s the difference between last year’s team and this year’s team?

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DM: We're more humble. Last year we were the favourites until we lost. This year we know what we have to do. The guys who returned are still bitter from how we lost last year and want to do everything they can to win. The new players are buying into the system and realize we got a special group of players.

What is your specific role on the team? DM: I’m one of two captains of our team. The job is basically to be a leader on and off the field as well as leading

by example. As well as making sure

the team is focused and prepared. Fortunately we got a great group of guys so it makes it easier.

What team would you consider to be your biggest rivals?

DM: Definitely VIU [Vancouver Island University Mariners]. The past three years I’ve been here we have been neck and neck in the standings. The games between us are more like wars than games. Both teams have a great deal of respect for each other but nothing but a win against them is failure.

Is this your final year at Douglas? Where to next?

DM: We host nationals next year so

I don’t think it will be my last year. Hosting nationals in front of your friends and family is pretty special. I’m hoping

to go back to England to play or test the waters of the MLS.

Who is your biggest Idol?

DM: My biggest idol is my dad. I owe everything to him and what he’s done for me. No one has supported me or had my back more. He’s kept me level-headed and taught me the value of hard work. His favourite quote, “You can rest when you’re dead,” is something I take into my life each day.

What’s your favourite team?

DM: My favourite club is Liverpool FC. My family is from there and I was basically born into the club. If I supported anyone else I wouldn’t be allowed in the house.