When did you start playing sports, and what or who inspired you to get started?

I started playing football when I was three years old. As a little kid, my very first toy was a football, and I immediately fell in love with the game. It all came naturally to me, and today I couldn’t imagine my life without it.

Who do you credit the most for your success so far?

Definitely my family – my mom, my dad, and my sibling. I couldn’t have done it without them, and I’m incredibly grateful for their support. I’m also very thankful to the StudyNSport team, who have been there for me from the very beginning, supporting and helping me every step of the way.

What are your plans and goals for the future, both in sports and outside of sports? (In the USA and afterwards?)

I’m graduating in December, and my goal is to sign a professional contract here in the United States. That’s what I’m working toward every single day.

How supportive were your parents and family of your decision to study and play sports abroad?

They were actually the ones who discovered this opportunity online, so they have supported me 100% from the very beginning and continue to support me in everything I do.

What do you like most about America?

I love the fact that I’ve had the opportunity to meet people from all over the world. Some of my best friends are from Egypt, Colombia, England, Spain, France, and Austria. I owe these friendships to America and to this opportunity. I’ve also had the chance to travel all across the United States, which has been incredible, and I’ve already seen a large part of the world as well.

In your opinion, what are the advantages and challenges of American college life?

One of the biggest advantages is that I’ve become fluent in English and built an incredible network of connections. It’s a completely different world, and I love every minute of being here. However, the distance was difficult at first, especially being so far away from my family and friends.

What do you do outside of school and sports?

I travel a lot and attend all kinds of sporting events, including NBA, NFL, and NHL games. I also spend a lot of time doing different activities with my friends. During the week, my days are mostly filled with work, school, and training, while on weekends I can usually do whatever I want since we’re currently out of season.

What does a typical day look like for you?

During the week, my days are mostly filled with work, school, and training. On weekends, I can usually do whatever I feel like doing since we’re currently out of season.

How is training in the US different from training in Hungary?

It’s much more intense, and I experience a much higher level of professionalism here. Of course, I’m not comparing it to Hungary’s NB I, but rather to the NB II and NB III levels.

How different is your diet in the US compared to Hungary?

My diet is pretty much the same. I always try to cook for myself.

What has been your best memory or achievement since you started playing football, and what are you most proud of?

During the summer season in the US, we won the Eastern Conference Final. Unfortunately, we didn’t manage to win the championship game, but I’m still very proud of what I achieved.

What advice would you give to young athletes who are considering taking this opportunity?

My four years in college were the best four years of my life, so I can only encourage them to go for it. Especially if they don’t want to give up either their sport or their education. It’s the perfect opportunity to pursue both at the same time.

How did you manage with the language at the beginning?

It wasn’t easy at first, because that’s when you realize that what you learn in school back home isn’t necessarily the same English people use in everyday life here. But I managed to overcome the difficulties and adapt.

Have you had the opportunity to work a student job on campus? If so, what was your experience like?

I studied at two different universities, and I worked on campus at both of them. I loved it, especially because I got to work alongside my teammates.

Have you been able to build connections, and how important do you think networking is?

I believe that connections are one of the most important things in the world and that they can take you further than almost anything else. Fortunately, I’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of people from all across the country.

Based on your experience, is there such a thing as the “American lifestyle,” and if so, how is it different from life back home?

There definitely is – there’s no question about it. It’s not for everyone, but personally, I love it. Fortunately, I’ve had nothing but positive experiences. People are friendly, open-minded, and open to new things.

How do you think your years in the US have influenced your personality?

I was in college from the age of 19 to 23, so these years completely shaped and changed my personality. I’m happy with the person I’ve become, and America has played a huge role in that.

Have you considered staying in the US for a few years or even permanently after finishing your studies?

Absolutely, 100%. My plan is to settle down and build my life in the United States.

What do you think about the American education system? What do they do better or at least differently compared to Hungary?

The biggest difference is that the American system feels like a combination of Hungarian high school and university. There are assignments and tasks to complete every week instead of everything depending on one final exam.