Fan Questions
What Brought you to Uni-Mount? Coach Lewis helps out as coach of my school first 11 and asked me what I was doing in the 2023 season. He thought it would be a great opportunity for me and thought I'd rise to the challenge. It was definitely the right decision.
What do you like about the club? Family orientated and team environment who make you feel welcome and a part of the club.
Whats your goals for the 2024 season? Compete for the First Team Keeper spot and make First Team Debut, push for a scholarship with Platform Sports Management to America.
What would you say to someone who might be interested in joining the club? It's a good experience, they actually help you improve as an individual and as a team and they make you feel important.
Player Profile: Leo Simpson
Full Name: Leo Simpson
D.O.B. 24/09/2006
Place of Birth: Auckland
Nationality: NZ
Position: GK
Dominant Foot: Right
Favourite Team: Arsenal FC
Year debuted at Club: 2023
Football Background
Previous Clubs Played for: Fencibles AFC, Western Springs AFC
Youth Academy Background: Fencibles AFC, Western Springs AFC
Years playing football: 12 years
Achievements and Awards Received: Captain 2023 U17 National Tournament Team - Uni-Mount Bohemain AFC, Players Player of the year Men's U23's - Uni-Mount Bohemian AFC, 2023 U19 Napier National Tournament Rep - Uni-Mount Bohemian AFC
Playing Style
Strengths: Vertical Reach, Shot Stopping
Areas For Improvement: Distribution, Decision Making, Confidence
Favourite Footballer or Role Models: Manuel Neuer - Bayern Munich
Hobbies and Interests: Surfing and Surf lifesaving
Leo represented the club as captain in the U17s Western Springs AFC National Tournament.