Sanaaya
Gupta
An international student and soccer athlete at the American School of Dubai, balancing strong academics, competitive sports and a deep interest and passion for media, life sciences, and psychology, driven to grow, lead, and contribute at a top global university.
Born and raised in Singapore, an Indian national now based in Dubai, Sanaaya has developed a strong international outlook grounded in firsthand experience across diverse cultures, communities, and perspectives.
Growing up in multicultural environments has deeply shaped her appreciation for inclusion, empathy, adaptability, and meaningful collaboration across backgrounds that she aspires to contribute to a top university environment.
Sophomore @ American School of Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Class of 2028
“Driven by academic excellence and elite athletic ambition, I compete with purpose, learn with curiosity, and lead with discipline, resilience, and character to make an impact far beyond the field.”
Recognized by Student Athlete Scholars (USA) for meeting
academic and athletic membership standards as a student-athlete — ( 2026)
G10
ACADEMIC LEVEL
04
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Student Coach
JUNIOR SCHOOL-
MINI FALCONS @aSD
3.78 / 4.00
CUMULATIVE GPA
Striker / Winger
PRIMARY POSITION
2028
graduation year
Academic Rigor & Impact
Committed to a trajectory of academic excellence at the American School of Dubai, balancing high-level athletics (within the school and external youth soccer league) with rigorous coursework.
CURRENT GPA
3.78 / 4.00
Life Sciences
Psychology
Media
Languages
Current AP Coursework
AP World History: Modern (Grade 10). Demonstrating analytical writing and historical critical thinking skills.
Academic Outlook
Course map includes 3–4 Advanced Placement subjects for Grades 11 and 12 each.
Soccer Highlights
A team-oriented attacking player known for disciplined play, sharp focus, and a strong commitment to collective success
Runner's Up & Golden Boot Winner
Runner's Up @ MESAC 2026 Girls Varsity Soccer Championships : Recognised as the leading goal scorer for the ASD Varsity team 2025-2026 season , showcasing commitment, clinical finishing and team work. Top tournament goal scorer and bronze medalist @ MESAC 2025 Girls Junior Varsity Soccer Championships in Doha, Qatar.
Varsity
Striker & Winger
A versatile forward who works hard on both sides of the ball, making smart runs, pressing with discipline, and staying involved in build-up play. Known for being coachable and team-focused, consistently looking to create chances for teammates while finishing opportunities with composure.
Elite Club
Success
Consistent impact at top Dubai and Middle East clubs, including Banaat FC Dubai (U17) and GoPro Academy Dubai (U15), building on earlier success with Euro Soccer Academy and JSSL Academy in Singapore across multiple league and International tournament wins from the age of five (5).
Leadership | Service | Work Experience
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
National History Day Asia Runner-Up
As an Asia-Pacific finalist and runner-up for National History Day, I represented Singapore American School at the Global Finals in College Park, Maryland. My research project, "Beyond Beauty: Hedy Lamarr, a Trailblazer in Technology and Film," demonstrated advanced historical analysis and investigative skills, earning me a top-tier ranking among elite international students.
MEVP Internship
Served as an Investment Analyst Intern at Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP), authoring a comprehensive handbook on Fintech venture capital investing within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional market landscape.
Global Services & Multicultural Social Impact
Utilising proficiency in English, Hindi, Mandarin, and Arabic to lead cross-cultural community initiatives in the UAE.
Key contributions include:
1) EFS Education Program: Dedicated 30 hours to instructing and teaching migrant workers in MS Office and professional communication.
2) GIA Ramadan Project: Managed logistics for the distribution of 20 meals to workers during the 2024 fast.
Extracurricular & Interests
1. Member of the Business Club contributing to innovative group projects.
2. Dedicated volunteer for the Little Learners Club supporting early childhood education.
3. Ensemble staff member for the production of the Drowsy Chaperone musical.
4. Student coach for the Mini Falcons basketball and soccer programs.
On-Field Performance:
Showreel (2019 - 2026)
A curated reel of competitive varsity and club performance, showcasing goal-scoring agility, tactical awareness, and versatility across the attacking front since 2019 across Singapore and Middle East
Media & News
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Location
American School of Dubai, UAE
Academic Profile
Grade 10 | Class of 2028
Inquiries
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