Isla McCallum '27 Recruiting Profile

My name is Isla McCallum (pronounced “eye-lah”). I have been playing field hockey since fifth grade when I joined a youth team through my high school feeder program. By my seventh-grade year, I was in love with the sport and knew I wanted to play more competitively. I started playing winter and spring for the FH Life club team. After two seasons of club it has become “my main sport” and I am working towards playing in college.

My greatest asset has always been my strong athleticism and fast speed. Growing up I have played and excelled at many sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, swimming, track and field. Once I knew I wanted to play field hockey at the next level, I focused more on improving my stick skills and field hockey IQ. I accomplish this through camps, local clinics, small groups, and traveling with my club to play top club teams. I have been working out with a personal trainer to improve my strength.

The high school I attend has a long rich history of field hockey and state championships. I was honored in my first year to not only be a starter and lead scorer on a successful JV team but also earned a Varsity letter. My primary position in school and club is Left Wing/Forward. I have played defense and center mid positions indoors. I am often in both offensive and defensive penalty corners. I believe that you play where the coach and the team need you the most. Playing various positions is the best way for me to learn the game. I am adaptable and coachable. A proud moment was at the 2022 Festival in Tampa, where I was named to the All-Star team for sportsmanship.

I am in my first year at Bishop Watterson and taking college prep courses. It is important to me to be involved in my community. I participate in multiple service activities including volunteering at my Church, meal service  for family shelters, and with the Special Olympics. I also help a community youth camp teaching field hockey to kids from underserved communities. 

My goal is to enter a college liberal arts program. I want to find the right college match and add value as a player and teammate in a field hockey program.