Michael Nadrowski '16 Recruiting Profile

I am interested in a college that will provide me with a diverse education which will help translate into a successful career.  I would like to attend a college where instructors have the opportunity to get to know students on personal level, versus large auditorium style classes.  Smaller class sizes, group interaction, hands-on activities and educational experiences are important to me in a college experience.

I feel that I would make a good addition to a college basketball program.  My coaches have always told me that I am "coachable" throughout my high school career.  I ask questions, provide input and offer direction that will help our team be successful.  I am a solid performer that gets the job done.  In my current role as a center, I do the little things required to enable our team's success:  boxing out opposing center, rebounds, disrupting plays, etc.  I also play the power forward position and have an accurate mid-range shot.

My high school coach has always said it is a privilege to play varsity basketball and I agree with this statement 100 percent.  Nothing should ever be handed to you.  Success comes in the form of hard work, dedication and commitment, and I apply these principles in the classroom and on the basketball court.

Academics always comes first, as this will provide tools to help me begin a successful career.  As a multi-sport athlete (I'm also a pitcher in baseball), it is important to me to do my best in the classroom.  I work hard and pride myself on doing the best I can to reach my full potential.

I believe I am a person of good character.  I do what's right, not only for myself, but to help others if needed.  I volunteer after school in clubs (environment/recycling), as well as participating with our basketball team community outreach activities (food pantry and special needs school activities) and helping out with local recreation baseball and basketball camps (umpire and referee).

Highlight video also located on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/VgqcsysNTVM

“Mike is an exceptional young man of character. He works very hard and is extremely coachable. Mike is motivated to be successful no matter what the task. He works to improve everyday as an athlete, a student, and a person. Mike is a symbol of what a student athlete is all about.” – Don Gauthier, Head Varsity Basketball Coach – Imlay City High School