Personal Statement
My name is Antonio Salinas, but I prefer to be called Tony. I am just a kid that has big dreams to play basketball at the next level. I hope to utilize basketball to help me get my degree. I would like to work hard to make the Deans list and stay there throughout my time in college. I know this will be hard to do but I believe in working hard to accomplish the things you want. I feel I am a good candidate for any team because I am coachable, a good teammate and have a desire to improve everyday. I believe in having fun competing in this game I love.
I think what separates me from other recruits is I understand I have room for improvement and will work my tail off to get better. I have a fire inside of me that drives me to work hard. I don't think I have anything to prove to anybody but if you doubt my abilities I will prove you wrong. If you say I can't do something I will do it.
I will end on this statement: The game of basketball has been everything to me. My place of refuge, place I've always gone when I needed comfort and peace. It's been the site of intense pain and the most intense feeling of joy and satisfaction. It's a relationship that has evolved over time. It has given me the greatest respect and love for this game.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
Tony Salinas