Personal Statement
Walking on the stage and hearing “With the first pick in the NBA Draft the Washington Wizards select, Rashawn Ferguson”, is a moment I have imagined numerouse times throughout my life. From the first moment that I set foot on a court, at the tender age of 7, I knew that no other love like this has ever existed. I have always used basketball as a way to express myself and find freedom. I have felt unconditional love for the sweat, tears and sometimes even blood that have come through the hard work and persistence that I have poured into this sport. I attend one of the most fiercely competitive academic and athletic schools in the Bahamas. Being a part of this environment has engraved in me a spirit of hard work, determination, and phenomenal willpower to exceed and excel in both aspects. I know that these qualities will be essential if I am to ever achieve my goals of graduating with a 4.0 and becoming an NBA Hall Of Famer. I have also learnt how to successfully manage a full academic schedule alongside my basketball training and games. I believe that I have the will power to develop the skill power I need to succeed and excel in life. To bring me to your program is to bring in a vocal leader whose passion for the game will shine through and inspire teammates to excel not only on the court but also off the court as I will be determined to help not only myself, but my teammates succeed both athletically and academically.
