jelani fields '16 Recruiting Profile

  I am interested in attending college to have new experiences, play sports and increase my chances for success In life. I am interested in studying Marine Biology and preparation for entrepreneurship  because I am interested in eventually owning my own charter boat business for deep sea fishing.  I am also interested in developing a business based on the commercial and residential use of aquaponics.  In terms of my personality type I would say honesty and loyalty are my best attributes.  I started participating in sports at a young age and have focused on participating in team sports. I was a member of little league baseball, soccer, basketball, and football and recognized early on the friendships and lessons learned from team sports was fulfilling to me.  It has made me the person I am today.  I have worked with a variety of coaches with different personalities and expectations of me and have taken something valuable from each experience.  I have always been a defensive minded player who was depended on by my teammates and coaches to accept and excel in the toughest defensive battles.