Winning the discus state championship for Texas as a sophomore has been the highlight of my high school career. I have learned that being a student athlete is much more than having outstanding athletic abilities while maintaining exceptional grades. Throughout the years I have learned that your athletic abilities are only an asset to your performance if your attitude is right. I have learned that sacrifice and commitment are all crucial in order to be the college student I strive to be. My goal is to be able to tell my kids that I excelled through high school and college not only as a student but as an athlete as well. I come from a small border town in Texas where the dream seems unobtainable, but I hope to be able to rise above the people telling me I can't do it. I have been blessed with amazing coaches and am extremely grateful for the people that i have been able to meet, and I am excited for what the future holds for me.