Personal Statement
I have been competing in cross country and track and field since middle school. I played lacrosse and football for 2 years and realized running was my passion when my favorite part of participating in those sports was practice and running laps - I wanted to run them forever. My mom was a little disappointed with my decision to switch sports when I told her I wanted to run but she backed me up. I was raised by a single mom and she has worked hard and sacrificed a great deal for me. She is my biggest supporter.
I have matured both as a runner, team member and a leader, under Coach Inch. He has challenged me to work towards goals in my events. I have learned that these goals don't get reached without hard work and commitment every day. It has taken hard work both at practice and training on my own. I am extremely competitive and driven. I would like to say that serves as a motivating force on my team also.
I am in the Global Education School at Stevenson High School and I attend advanced classes. I do intend on improving my academic standing and my goal is to obtain at least a 3.5 GPA. I would like to major in Business/Marketing. I am looking for a program that will be a good fit for me both athletically as well as academically.