Gaston Kelly is a highly-skilled front player who also reads the game well and plays with a lot of heart. An integral part of the the Ephs NCAA run, Gaston returns as a co-captain. Leading by example both on and off the field, Gaston can play as a front player or in the midfield. A quintessential team player who always subordinates his own interest for the good of the team. Exciting to watch and able to change the game with one acrobatic move.
As a freshman, Gaston appeared in 11 matches, starting three NCAA matches. As a sophomore, Gaston scored the game winning goal against Bowdoin on a spectacular bicycle kick. He played in 13 matches, starting 10. He scored 3 goals and recorded 1 assist.
Last season, Gaston notched 6 goals and 15 assists in 22 games and was an All-NESCAC 2nd Team selection.
Prep and Club:
High School: 4-year starter at Hingham HS. League MVP and top scorer his last 3 years, finishing with 101 goals and 37 assists. 3-time Eastern Mass All-Star and All-State, 2-time All-New England selection, and 2007 NSCAA All-American.
Club: Played for Galway Rovers and Cape Cod Crusaders. Played for Massachusetts ODP team as U-16.
Personal:
Son of Daniela and Eduardo Kelly. He is a native of Quilmes, Argentina. Has one sister, Sol, and two brothers, Fed and Nick.