James Donnelly '22 Recruiting Profile

My goals for college are to play for a contending team that will give me an opportunity to be noticed by further scouts and coaches. I fit the mold for many programs as I’m and above average student and an above average athlete. I am a great leader who is willing to take control of his team when necessary and I am very ready for every possible situation. I’m not fazed by uphill battles. I believe when I get noticed coaches will grow to like me.  Throughout my life I have been faced with challenges such as epilepsy but it has never stopped me from pursuing my dream of playing football. One of my biggest downsides is my height but I’ve never let that be an excuse for myself. I’ve seen that as more of a motivation. I’ve used my disadvantages as motivation to work harder and show on the field what kind of player I am. I am not the 6’, 200 pounder that most schools look for at my position. Though I believe that means nothing because what is a 6’ 200 pound player without the attitude and love for the game. This is what makes me different from other recruits.