Michael-Tyler (MT) Polca '25 Recruiting Profile

 I am a junior at Saint Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio just outside of Cleveland. The first time I picked up a golf club was around the age of two and ever since then I have played the sport. My parents have influenced me the most with all the support and personal sacrifices that they have given to allow me to pursue my goal of playing at the collegiate level. 

            I have received a lot of inspiration from my Grandparents because they both loved the game of golf. They have been there for me my whole life and golf career. Through playing with them and tournaments I have become mentally tough on the course and of the course. 

            There are a few obstacles that I have had to overcome to become the person that I am on the course and off the course. when I was 11 months old, I was diagnosed with hip dysplasia.  Between 2007 and 2009 I had three surgeries and casts, I learned to walk while in a full cast from my hip to my toes.  This adversity in my young age taught me that I could achieve anything if I put my mind to it.

            In high school I am looking to achieve all four years with a GPA over 3.5. I am also looking to complete High School with my High School diploma along with an I.B diploma. With this I am looking to go to a college to complete the major that I want to go into which is constructional Engineering.