2022 (Redshirt Freshman):
- Stepping into a larger than expected role following the early-season injury to redshirt senior Finn Jurak, Sly played in 17 matches, starting the final 16
- A Horizon League All-Freshman Team selection and two-time Nike Defensive Player of the Week on September 12 and October 31, he led the conference in saves-per-match (5.76) and was third in save percentage (.784)
- Posted five shutouts, including one against the Big Ten Conference's (B1G) Michigan Wolverines on September 19 and two in consecutive Horizon League matches against the Green Bay Phoenix on October 12 and Wright State Raiders on October 15
Soccer Accomplishments:Â
• Member of ODP Team Michigan
• Member of ODP Region II Regional PoolÂ
• Michigan Wolves Academy U17 and U19 MLS Next
• Played with 2019 USL 2 National Champions, Flint City Bucks at 17 years old
• Saved four out of five penalty kicks to advance to the quarterfinals of State Cup
Academic Honors:Â
• Graduated with a 3.4 grade point average
• Graduated with honors from Grand Blanc High School
Personal:
Full Name: Michael Sly Jr.Â
Birthdate: 7/02/2003
Parents: Michael and Bethany Sly
Siblings: Samantha, Brendan
Major: Undecided
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Top Three Reasons for Choosing Oakland:
1. High-level soccer and business program
2. History of developing professional goalkeepers
3. Proximity to hometown
