Amarikwa looks to push forward in 2010 (Getty Images)In 2009, Earthquakes forward Quincy Amarikwa was a rookie yearning to earn not only just a spot on the club, but also a regular spot on the field for San Jose.
But in 2010, the UC Davis product is looking not just to contribute but to start for the Earthquakes.
Amarikwa offered a significant spark for the Earthquakes in his rookie year providing the additional speed needed off the bench late in the match and even earning a goal late in the season. However, the young forward is hoping that in the new season, he will have a wider role in helping San Jose achieve success.
"I hope when i get my opportunities that I can finish my chances," said Amarikwa. "We've got good depth at the forward position and I'm hoping that when I do get my opportunity that I can prove my worth."
The forward started his San Jose career as he finished his degree in Biological Sciences at UC Davis. Now with a full preseason with the team, the striker is hoping that a fast start in 2010 can earn him a role in pushing the Earthquakes up from the foot of the Western Conference.
"I want to keep improving my decision making, my finishing and my understanding of the game," said Amarikwa. "I'm hoping that I can just learn to become more well rounded and be successful at this level."
As the Bakersfield forward pushes for minutes, he is also attempting to take a greater leadership role amongst the Quakes. Although Amarikwa is only 22, he is already becoming a voice in the locker room offering advice to those who were in his shoes just one season ago, the Earthquakes 2010 rookie class.
"The most important thing is trying hard, if you make mistakes being younger that you might let it get to you a bit more and you'll put your head down. It's good to keep your head up, forget when you make a mistake and just work with the positive," said Amarikwa. "It's much different for them than the college game so they just need to learn as they go."
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