Introduction to Beyond the Pond

Hello friends, before I begin my blog I would like to introduce myself to all who are reading. My name is Nick Gkionis and I recently graduated from Stevens with a degree in Chemical Biology. However, unlike many of my colleagues who proceeded on to medical school, graduate school or high paying jobs after graduation, I decided to pursue a career in professional soccer. Ever since I was a kid it was a dream of mine to play soccer professionally so once it became a realistic option I decided to go for it. I, recently, signed a contract to play for a team in Cyprus named MEAP Nisou. This blog will give you an interesting perspective on my life in the Mediterranean as I try to progress as a professional athlete.