Personal Statement
Hi,
My name is Alyssa Smith. I am an outfielder from Silver Spring, MD. I am currently in the class of 2020 and I play for Stars National 18u Select (previously the Vienna Stars) .
When thinking about why I want to play at the collegiate level, I would say it's because I love the game of softball. I love that feeling of stepping on the field for pregame, and seeing the newly painted foul lines. I love being along side my 14 sisters playing a game that has affected our lives in the best way possible. I love leaving a game and not having a voice because I cheered so much. I love that the entire softball community is a family, a family I plan on being a part of for a long time.
If a coach were to ask me what separates me from other players, I would say that I am very versatile. I am a slapper, but can also hit away. I can play all outfield positions, although Right is my favorite. If asked to play infield I would play infield without hesitation. I am up for trying new things, and I am quick to adjust when given advice. I am also fast around the bases; I have a home to first time of 2.5 seconds, and a home to home time of 10.9 seconds
I hope to find a school that feels like home and will be apart of my growth as a person and softball player.