Albion San Diego is off to an impressive start this NISA season sitting in third place in the standings and one of the main reasons has been the outstanding play of midfielder Corey Lundeen.

The 22-year-old former Point Loma Nazarene Sea Lion standout had a noteworthy career playing for ASC San Diego during its time in the National Premier Soccer League and is having the same impact now under the team led by head coach Diego Gomez.

“It feels amazing to be back with Albion San Diego,” said Lundeen. “It’s a whole different environment and I am so happy I was able to stay.”

Lundeen’s resume is an impressive one having already scored his first professional goal on May 27 versus the Savannah Clovers with his second score coming against the defending champion Michigan Stars on June 24.

He got a chance to live in Barcelona as a teenager when he was training with Kaptiva Sports Academy playing and taking part in the 2017 MIC-Mediterranean International Cup, an international youth soccer tournament with 42 countries, where Lundeen helped lead the KSA Juvenile squad to the B-Cup Trophy and later earning MVP honors with the U19 team.

One of the main reasons that Lundeen attributes to his success this season is the style that Gomez, a native of Spain, implements.

“I love the playing style of Diego (Gomez),” he added. “I played in Barcelona for a year and that totally developed my game. Diego likes us to keep the ball and play possession-based soccer. That’s the type of soccer I love to play.”

The San Luis Obispo native also got a chance to be a member of the Olympic Development Program U16 All-State Team, which won the Western Region Championship during his time at Arroyo Grande High School before moving on to play college soccer along with his stint in the NPSL. Among Lundeen’s fondest memories with ASC San Diego were when they would celebrate victories at their favorite restaurant accompanied by the fans.

“I hope the fans keep coming and keep supporting us,” said Lundeen. “We love it when the fans are out there and we love getting to know them in person after the games, it helps a lot.”

Photo by John Cocozza Photography