Stephanie Hernandez

Sport: Women's Soccer
Year: Freshman
Major: Sports Management
Hometown: San Diego, California
High School: Herbert Hoover High School
Height: 5'6"

About Stephanie

Stephanie Hernandez joins the HLGU Women’s Soccer program as a freshman from San Diego, California. A graduate of Herbert Hoover High School, Stephanie brings an impressive high school playing career, leadership experience, and a strong competitive mindset to the Trojans program.

She plans to study Sports Management while continuing to develop as a student-athlete and pursuing excellence both on and off the field.

High School Highlights

Stephanie had an outstanding high school soccer career, including:

• 16× Player of the Game
• 2× Player of the Year
• Team Captain
• 117 career goals and 64 assists
• Single-season record: 50 goals and 31 assists
• First player in Hoover High School history to reach 100 career goals
• MVP Central League
• 4× First Team All-League
• 2026 San Diego Section Winter Scholar-Athlete of the Year
• All-American Team selection
• Ranked nationally: #9 in points, #13 in assists, #21 in goals (junior year)

Why Athletics?

Stephanie participates in athletics because it helps her stay active, build discipline, and work well with others. Soccer has taught her valuable life lessons that continue to shape her both as an athlete and as a person.

How Athletics Has Prepared Her for Success

Through athletics, Stephanie has learned how to work effectively with others, stay disciplined, and push through challenges. These experiences have helped her develop a strong work ethic and a positive mindset that she carries into all areas of life.

Favorite Things About HLGU

Outside of athletics, Stephanie’s favorite things about HLGU include:

• The wide range of academic majors offered
• The faith-based environment
• The opportunity for personal growth

Favorite Bible Verse

Jeremiah 29:11
"‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’"