BIOGRAPHY

PLAYER SUMMARY

Dynamic and versatile center back/midfielder with Division I experience at both Southern Methodist University and the University of Alabama. Proven ability to perform in high-level competitive environments, including NCAA Final Four experience and international experience with the Bosnian National Team. Strong tactical awareness, composure on the ball, and ability to contribute on both sides of the game through defensive leadership, distribution, and playmaking ability. Recognized for a strong work ethic, consistency, and leadership on and off the field. 

SKILLS

• Technical Ability: Strong ball control, passing, and decision-making  

• Two-Footed Play: Comfortable and effective using both feet  

• Tactical Awareness: Strong understanding of team systems and game strategy  

• Teamwork: Effective communicator and collaborative teammate  

• Work Ethic: Consistent, disciplined, and committed to continuous improvement  

• Adaptability: Able to perform in fast-paced, high-level competitive environments 

CONTACT

​​PHONE:​ +1 (650) 223-4033 

EMAIL:​ sydneyapic@gmail.com 

CV: Sydney Japic Pro CV.docx

HIGHLIGHTS

YouTube CHANNEL

FULL GAME FILM

CAREER

College Soccer

Senior Year

Southern Methodist University

July 2025- November 2025

I started all 18 games of the 18 games we played during the season. I totaled 1594 minutes, playing center back for the Mustangs. I assisted 3 goals against UNT, Sam Houston, and Pitt, and scored 2 goals against Pitt and Stanford. I was a Double Tree Student Athlete of the week and was also named an Academic All-District athlete.

Junior Year

University of Alabama

July 2024-May 2025

I started in 14 of the 20 games played during the season. I primarily played as a defensive midfielder, along with center back and outside back. I assisted 2 goals against FAU and LA Tech and totaled 1092 minutes over the season.

Sophomore Year

University of Alabama

July 2023- May 2024

I played primarily as a defensive midfielder and at times rotated as an outside back and as an attacking midfielder. Tallied two assists in games against Vanderbilt and Auburn. Saw action in all 22 games played that season totaling 1081 minutes.

Freshman Year

University of Alabama

July 2022-May 2023

I helped the Crimson Tide secure seven shutouts during the season. I played primarily as a center-back and defensive midfielder. Appeared in four NCAA Tournament games (Jackson State, Portland, UC Irvine, UCLA) and competed in 15 matches overall, starting four of them.

Club Soccer

FC Dallas 04 ECNL

October 2020 – June 2022

I primarily played as center back and left back. I consistently played every game.

California Thorns FC Development Academy

June 2018 - October 2020

I played primarily as center back, sometimes as holding midfielder and forward. I was consistently starting every game and have served as team captain.

PSV Union FC

January 2010 – June 2018

I have played in my age group where I was a team captain and played every game. Over my time at PSV Union FC I have played, majority of time, up between 1 and 2 years.

International Soccer

Bosnia and Herzegovina

February 2023- Present

Played the Senior National Team for Bosnia and Herzegovina in friendlies in Turkey and Portugal.

October 2021-April 2022

Played as a center back and started every game for the U19 Bosnia and Herzegovina national team in the UEFA European 2021/22 qualification.

June 2017

Played as center back and started every game for the U17 Bosnia and Herzegovina national team in UEFA European 2019/2020 qualification.

Played as center back and started every game for the U16 Bosnia and Herzegovina national team in UEFA development tournament in Montenegro.

Training Highlights

10.8.2020 - Individual Training Session

9.25.2020 - Individual Training Session