Getting to know…Owen Santos
Preferred pronouns: Him
Date of Birth: 8/17/2003
Birth Location: Hempstead, New York

Social Media
Twitter: OwenSan20416095
Instagram: owen.santos1

Sports Information
Sports played in high school: Soccer and Volleyball
What is your favorite sports memory? Helping my soccer varsity high school team make it to the second round of playoffs for the first time in the school's history. 
Who has been most influential in your athletic career? Bart Nason
Other personal athletic highlights: I scored a great goal during Senior night to clinch playoffs for my high school varsity soccer team.

Academics
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: ICP

Family
Son of Glenda Amaya de Santos and Jose Santos Reyes
Brothers and/or sisters: One brother, Thiago, and sisters Jacquelyn and Ninette
Does anyone in your family play college or pro sports?
My sister Jacquelyn is going into her freshman year at Long Island University and she will be participating in Women's Fencing.

Fun
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I like to have money.
What is your dream job? Professional Soccer Player
Why did you choose Chicago State? I chose Chicago State University because it allowed me to play at the Division I level. 
Do you have a sports hero? Lionel Messi because he can create magic with two feet and a ball.
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? I like to go fishing and to the beach. I also like to go bowling with friends. 
What is something you can brag about yourself besides your athletic accomplishments? I am the best driver in the world.
Who is your favorite professional athlete or team? Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Aggressive
What is your favorite food? Lasagna
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Grilled Chicken with Penne alla Vodka
What or who motivates you to work hard? My parents, siblings, family members, coaches, friends, and the fear of not playing professional soccer is what motivates me the most to work hard.
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."
Name three famous people you want to have over for dinner: Drake, Messi and 21 Savage
What is your go-to song at Karaoke night? Wake Waka by Shakira
Can you sing? Like, really sing? No
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? Living my best life
What's the most DARING/CRAZIEST thing you've ever done? Snuck out of my house
How many languages do you speak? English, Spanish and Italian