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General: Creative midfield talent has been invaluable as a sub ... A dangerous server of the ball ... Has the ability to create goals for himself and others ... Worked diligently in the off-season to improve his possession game and defensive skills.
As a Junior in 2005: Made six starts in 12 games played for Stanford ... Took three shots including one on goal ... Recorded an assist in the Cardinal's 1-0 win over UAB ... First-team Pac-10 All-Academic selection.
As a Sophomore in 2004: Appeared in 16 games as a sub ... Tied for the team lead with a pair of assists ... Assisted on the game-winning goal against San Diego (9/12) ... Assisted on game-tying score against California (10/1) ... Has attempted six shots.
As a Freshman in 2003: Contributed in his first year on The Farm, appearing in 18 games and making 10 starts ... Impact was felt in his collegiate debut, as he assisted on the game-winning goal in season-opening victory over Cal State Fullerton (9/5) ... Attempted 11 shots ... Registered an assist in 4-1 win over UC Irvine (9/28) ... Tied for second on the team with two assists.
High School/Other: A 2003 graduate of Roy High School ... A two-time First Team All-State and All-Area player in his sophomore and junior seasons ... Did not play prep soccer as a senior, opting to play for the Salt Ratz of the Men's Premier Soccer League that reached the conference finals ... The youngest player on the Salt Ratz, scoring five goals ... Played last summer with Sparta United and the previous summer with Advantage Soccer, helping to lead both club teams to Regional appearances ... Has played for the Region IV ODP squad and Under-16 National Team.
Personal: Son of Gene and Shana Shimizu ... Enjoys playing video games and listening to music ... Undeclared major.
Coaching Staff on Shimizu: "Bret can destroy a defense with his quickness and one-on-one ability. This should be the year that he shows the conference and the country that he is a special talent."