I expect my college years to be a period of growth and personal empowerment. I have been academically strong in science and math and plan to choose a major where I can further explore these strengths and develop them into a career I love. I have been a leader on and off the field and coaches have described me as being extremely “coachable.” Growing up, I began playing football at the age of five. Each year prior to signing up to play, I would have to sit down with my father and explain why I wanted to play football. This enabled me to understand why I love the sport and I carry it with me today. I give everything I have on and off the field, and encourage my teammates to do the same. I work hard, train hard, and play the game hard.