School pride as Andrew earns Scotland call-up
Lathallan School pupil Andrew Fasanya was selected for the Scotland Men’s U16s squad as they travelled to Cyprus.
The Lagos-born 15-year-old’s journey to the international stage has been defined by his power on the pitch and rapid progression.
Having first laced up his boots at the age of 10, he was quickly scouted and has spent the last five years developing his talent within the youth system at Aberdeen.
His selection for the national team marks a significant milestone in his promising career and reflects his status as one of the region's most exciting young prospects.
When hearing the news of his selection, Fasanya said: “I didn’t really believe it. I didn’t think I would make it to this point. So, being selected for the U16s for Scotland was a huge thing for me.
“I’m really nervous and excited at the same time. I am just hoping to leave a good impression and show what I can do.
“My dream is to get to the highest level of football that I can, for people to know where I started and how I developed to be one of the top players from Scotland and Nigeria.
"If I do achieve this, it’ll be huge not just for me, but for everyone who has supported me.”
Lathallan School headmaster, Richard Toley, added: "Huge congratulations to Andrew on his selection for the Scotland Men’s U16s.
"This is a well-deserved opportunity for the hours of training and passion he pours into his sport.
"We are proud to have him representing both his country and our school."
Scotland travelled to Cyprus earlier this month for an international friendly triple-header against the hosts, Romania, and Wales.
The young Scots would win all three games, with Fasayna starting against both Cyprus and Wales.
Over 20 percent of pupils within the senior school at Lathallan have represented or are currently representing their country or region.
A red cap is earned by representing one's country in sport, symbolising an athlete’s honour and experience.
At the school’s recent sports awards, Fasanya was awarded his first red cap and recognised as the third-place finalist for the Lathallan Sports Personality of the Year.
The top honour was awarded to Team GB hill runner Hania Czebreszuk (S6), with freestyle skier Callum Thomas (S5) taking second place.
The ceremony served as a celebration of the school's sporting pedigree, featuring an inspiring keynote address from former Team GB Rugby Sevens captain, Kaleem Barreto.
The event also welcomed former pupils, swimmer Dean Fearn and cyclist Arabella Blackburn, who are already world champions in their individual sports and now have their sights set on Commonwealth Games selection.
Meanwhile, Lathallan pupils have been representing at the Scottish Schools Athletic Association (SSAA) Indoor Track and Field Championships.
S5 pupil Michael Ubiebor placed first in triple jump with 12.55m setting a championship record.