- 2021 Highlights #2
Personal Statement
I started my career in lacrosse in fourth grade like many kids do by trying something new. I had tried many sports during my “career” including baseball, soccer, swimming, football, basketball and lacrosse, but the only sport that truly spoke to my core was lacrosse. There is something about stepping on that field or putting a stick in my hand that clears my head and focuses me. Lacrosse has taught me the value of commitment, work ethic, leadership, and respect which has transpired on the field and with my education. Starting lacrosse in fourth grade, I was a timid player with very little skill and a follower. However, after much personal growth including building and refining my skills over the past several years, I have developed into a leader who helps to keep the team positive and keep their head in the game when we are not performing our best. I am a dynamic player who has played defense, goalie and now attack. In sixth grade I was diagnosed with severe’s disease in both of my heels which I was told I would grow out of, but that playing lacrosse would be hard for me. Determined not to miss the season, I transitioned over to goalie for a year so I could allow my body to catch up to my rapid growth. Starting in seventh grade I transitioned over to attack and have since spent a considerable amount of time focusing on refining my skills at every opportunity, clinic, field time, camp, etc. possible. Being a dynamic player has helped me understand other positions in greater depth which has allowed me to assist a new goalie on the team with his skills and also to coach younger players in my town youth program. I truly enjoy helping others to learn about lacrosse and to find the same passion that I have encountered with the sport. As I approach college, I aspire to put the same effort and dedication to my education as I have with building my lacrosse skills.
