Despite leg problems that require him to wear a brace, freshman goalkeeper Blake Dickenson found a spot on the USF men's soccer team. Blake Dickenson has made a habit of defying expectations.
Most people are surprised to see a goalie with a leg brace.
His determination has brought him to USF, where he is the third goalkeeper on the soccer team. USF head coach John Hackworth noticed Dickenson's strong play and personality during club and high school games. When I spoke to him he said it was his goal to play Division I soccer. That cemented it for me. At one point in his life, Dickenson may not have been able to make those promises as he has medical problems with his right leg.