- 2013 Highlights
Personal Statement
My name is Mike Balsamo. I'm entering my senior year at Central Catholic High School located in Lawrence, MA. I am a 6’1” 200lb. two-way Varsity player at Safety and Running Back/Receiver. I am a three-year starter and varsity letterman and am greatly looking forward to a strong senior season. Last year (2013), I helped to lead my team to a DIV 1 State Title with 90 tackles and seven interceptions from the free safety position while also contributing on offense as a running back (400 yards and 4 touchdowns) and receiver. I was awarded with All Conference honors on defense and also received All Scholastic honors as well. I was also a Boston Globe and Boston Herald first team selection on defense. I am an honor roll student with a 3.35 junior year GPA and a 3.10 cumulative three year GPA. Prior to high school, I received recognition and was selected as the first player chosen from the State of New Hampshire to participate in the Eastbay All American Bowl played at the Alamo Dome in San Antonio TX. There, I competed against the top football athletes entering high school from across the nation. I was the coaches’ pick for Defensive Captain and recorded seven tackles and one interception in the showcase game.
As my grades and athletic recognition state, through focus and dedication, I am able to commit and balance my time toward excelling in both academics and athletics. My goal and dream is to play highly competitive football at the Division 1 level while attending a notable College or University that will prepare me to succeed in life.
Through the influence of my parents, I have always conducted myself as a leader and impact player on the field. Of the field and in my personal life, I pride myself on being a good friend and person to all. In that regard, I was awarded my school’s Legion of Honor award as a junior and I also donate my time toward helping those less fortunate than me.
If I happen to fit your needs as a player… rest assured that I will always give you 100%+ ... will be a leader you can turn to and trust… and will make you and your school proud of your selection both in terms as a player and a person.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Mike Balsamo, Class of 2015
