Aldo Hope

Class:

Junior

Position:

Forward

Height:

5-8

Weight:

145

Hometown:

Trinidad

High School:

Queens Royal

2006 Season: Hope contributed both as a reserve and as a starter in 2006, coming off the bench 13 times and starting eight games. The forward finished the season with one goal and one assist, but both played a role in wins. He tallied the game-winning goal in a 2-1 victory against Dartmouth College. Hope's assist set up the team's first goal in a 3-0 decision over Loyola College in the semi-final round of the MAAC tournament. All three of his points came as a reserve, giving him five points as a reserve and 10 points as a starter through his first two years.  He's had great success against non-conference foes, scoring 10 of his 15 career points against non-MAAC teams.

2005 Season: Hope enjoyed an outstanding rookie campaign, finishing third on the team for goals (six) and total points (12). Hope tallied two game-winning goals during the year, netting the second goal in a 2-1 win over Iona and the three goals in a 5-0 victory against Adelphi. He netted the team's first goal in a 2-1 win against North Carolina State in the season opener, his first game as a member of the Fairfield soccer program. His final goal of the season occurred at home in a 6-0 decision against Canisius. Hope ranked among the program's most accurate shooters, placing 62 percent of his total shots on goal. He capped his season by receiving a spot on the All-MAAC second team as well as the MAAC All-Rookie squad.

Before Fairfield: Hope brought a great deal of experience to the program, playing internationally with the Trindad under-17 and under-20 pool. He competed in several international tournaments, and was one of the team's leading scorers. His international experience is complimented with four years of play with St. Mary's. He contributed as a forward at St. Mary's, setting the school record for career goals during his stay. His performance on the field helped him collect several accolades which include All-Conference honors. He played with the Trinidad North Zone Secondary School team, and was the squad's top scorer. He helped his team capture the North Zone Intercollegiate Championship in 2003. He will study finance at Fairfield University.