Personal Statement
My name is Dakota Shores. I am eighteen years old and currently a senior at Arp High School. In my opinion, having parents that have strong belief system in family and friends has helped me a lot. My best friend, growing up, had a stroke as a toddler and his successes has to fueled my collegiate direction I want to go in. Watching how hard he worked to be where he wanted to be made me aware of what abilities I was lucky to have. I have always been athletically inclined and involved in sports throughout my childhood and adolescents. It feels great to be a part of a team and to condition individual strengths so that the team can work like a well oiled machine. As an athlete, I have set goals and challenges for myself, both academically and athletically. It takes hard work, good disposition, and strong moral fiber to compete with a college team. I believe it takes complete, to one's self, team and school to achieve higher standards athletically and academically. I am looking for a program that will help me to realize my goals and build on my skills, talent and character. I will prove I was one of the best choices made for the team.