Documenting the Journey to Pro Soccer.
Dane is an 18-year-old playing for the Colorado Switchbacks. Follow his journey..
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Dane Valenti | July 2026 Highlights | Colorado Switchbacks
VISION + PASSING
A creative and intelligent player. Dane has the ability to see and play passes that create goalscoring opportunities.
DEFENSIVE TENACITY
Due to his intelligent defensive positioning and competitiveness, Dane makes a lot of tackles and interceptions.
DRIBBLING
Dane excels in tight areas - maniuplating the ball to get past players and create chances to score.
“Dane is a soccer player of outstanding character, work ethic, and professionalism. He is fully professional on and off the field and incredibly coachable. He embodies everything you look for in a top-level athlete.”
“Watching Dane grow has been a true testament to what dedication, humility, and hard work can achieve. His commitment on and off the field sets him apart - and there’s no doubt that his future in the game is just getting started. ”
Dane Valenti
AGE: 18
HEIGHT: 5’6”/1.67M
WEIGHT: 133lbs/60kg
GPA: 3.7
FOOT: Right Foot
NATIONALITY: United States of America
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Born and raised in Las Vegas, Dane now trains daily with the Colorado Switchbacks First Team, competing and learning in a full professional environment at just 18 years old. His steady rise earned him a commitment to Creighton University’s Class of 2027, where he’ll continue developing within one of the top programs in college soccer.
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Dane takes his high-school classes online. He has maintained a 3.7 GPA while taking college AP classes and leading his own academic development through synchronous and asynchronous coursework.
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Dane grew up in Las Vegas and has lived independently since he was 16. Learning to cook, clean, and manage his daily routines on his own has shaped his discipline and maturity. His Christian faith is a core part of his life, giving him confidence, perspective, and a deep sense of gratitude as he pursues his goals.
