In the wake of all that is happening in society today, the goal of Academy of Art Athletics remains the same: to help shine a light on our amazing student-athletes, coaches, and administrators. With that in mind, ART U brings to you the latest installment of the Knights Roundtable!

This series continues with men's soccer junior midfielder/forward Breki Einarsson! A transfer from Cal State Los Angeles who entered the School of Architecture in 2019, Einarsson served as a regular starter with the Academy of Art in his debut season last fall. One of seven Urban Knights to play more than 1,200 minutes, Breki led the team in assists and was tied for second on the squad in total points. He assisted the game-winning score in ART U's matchup with Saint Katherine. Without further delay, let's meet Breki!

Sports Information: Can you talk a little bit about your hometown and where you grew up? What did you like to do when you were young?

Breki: I grew up in Reykjavik, Iceland with my parents and two younger brothers. Iceland is obviously a very cold place, but still I spent most of my time as a child outdoors playing football and other fun games.

Sports Info: When did you first start developing a passion for soccer, and what attracted you to the sport?

Breki: My dad was always a soccer fan and tried sometimes to get me to play, but I was not very interested. When I started school many of my friends played soccer already and because of them I started to play and got completely hooked.

Sports Info: How did you choose your major of Architecture, and what do you like most about it?

Breki: I have always liked building things and believe I have a decent eye when it comes to designing. I always have enjoyed creative thinking and design so architecture seemed like a great fit to pursue a career in the field where I can make something from my own creative thinking. I think it's a field that is very exciting, diverse, and opens many doors for me in the future.

Sports Info: What are some hobbies you have outside of soccer? What do you enjoy doing?

Breki: I enjoy most things sport related. I follow a lot and enjoy playing tennis and golf, for example. My hobbies are mostly doing something fun and active outdoors whether it's going for a hike or playing basketball with my friends. I also am really into music and listen to all genres, but mainly alternative hip hop and electronic music. Just having a good time is what I mainly try to do and have a sip of coffee every now and then.

Sports Info: Where is your favorite place to eat in San Francisco?

Breki: Great question, it depends on the mood really, but one of my favorite places is Basik Cafe to get an acai bowl. For pizza, I often go to Gusto on Bush Street. I have to give a big shout out to Cup A Joe on Sutter Street right across my apartment – it's great place to sit outside in the sun and have a beverage.

Sports Info: If you had one million dollars, what would be the first thing you would buy and why?

Breki: Oh wow when a big question is asked... I would probably buy a boat and move to Italy.

Sports Info: If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?

Breki: Dolphin. They always seem very happy and apparently are very smart as well.

Sports Info: What is one hidden talent that you have, and when did you discover it?

Breki: I can juggle. It took some practice, but once you get it you always remember it.

Sports Info: What is your favorite soccer moment and why?

Breki: My favorite soccer moment would probably be playing my first minutes for my home club at top level. It was something that I had worked towards for a long time.

Sports Info: What is your favorite thing about being a student-athlete at ART U?

Breki: It's so much fun being a student-athlete and also a lot of work. What I like the most is to be able to play the sport I love with great group of guys as well as have the opportunity to pursue an education along the way.