- June 2021
Personal Statement
My name is Deshawn Mann. I am in the graduating class of 2022. I currently attend Wiregrass Ranch High School in Wesley Chapel Florida. I have set really high goals for myself. I want to attend a college and play on a basketball team where both will challenge me to grow into the best person I can be on and off the basketball court. I am a 6'0 shooting guard. I started my first basketball program in 3rd grade at the local YMCA, then transitioned to the school team in 6th grade and the Police Athletic League. Basketball has been my passion ever since. Currently I have a very high basketball IQ and becoming more successful in a 3-point shot. My speed, strength, and wing-span helps create a very successful defender. I take pride in my hard work-ethic and devotion to the game. Commitment to setting and achieving goals for all areas of my life is a part of my DNA. Providing encouragement and caring support to family, friends, and teammates is very important to me. I am currently engaged in an ongoing training and conditioning effort to attain the necessary skill set to succeed at the college level, while at the same time maintaining a vigorous academic study schedule. I am dedicated in not only becoming a successful athlete, but a student as well. Last semester I received an overall 3.8 GPA. Most core classes consisting of honors level curriculum, and achieving the school's honor roll. I hope this AAU/school basketball season creates growth for me as an athlete and a person. I sincerely love the game of basketball. Creating a future through the game I love would be an unbelievable experience. I look forward to working hard and becoming the best player I can be. I hope that is only the start of what’s to come in my future.
