Jessica Smith '24 Recruiting Profile

Dear Coach, 

My name is Jessica Smith and I am currently 20 years of age attending Arizona Western College, located in Yuma, Arizona. I am a right handed pitcher and will graduating with an Associates Degree in May 2026. 

When I attended Crowder College I majored in Arts, General Studies and now at Arizona Western College I will graduate with an Associates in Arts degree. At my future school I am wanting to Major in Business, with a minor in Hospitality Management. 

My softball career started 12 years ago in 2013 when I registered to play T-Ball for my local softball club. At first I was hesitant about the game and was just following my older sisters lead, but after my first summer season I instantly loved the game of softball and all the aspects that were included, especially sliding and diving. At the age of 10 I trialed and got chosen to play for and represent Penrith City Softball Association in the under 11’s State Championship’s and as a result I found my passion for playing softball and competing in softball tournaments and competitions. 

Throughout my softball career I have represented Penrith Softball Club, Penrith City Softball Association, Western Sydney Academy of Sports (WSAS), New South Wales Combined Independent Schools (CIS), New South Wales Pacific School Games team where we were undefeated National Champions, Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and New South Wales (NSW). From many eye opening and exiting experiences, my passion for the game of softball has only grown and provided me with opportunities that many may never experience. One experience in particular that has made my passion for softball so strong is competing at the Blacktown Junior International Challenge, where three teams were chosen from all players across New South Wales to play against two Japanese teams and one New Zealand team that travelled to Australia for the event. During this competition I got a taste of what it would be like to represent Australia and this has ultimately given me a goal for my future softball career. 

Deciding to move my life to the United States for softball and my education was a decision that has helped grow me as a person. My experiences so far from living in Missouri and Arizona have opened my eyes to a new lifestyle, culture and softball coaching. I believe by learning and living in these new places I have grown as a person on and off the field, helping me become more outgoing and loud in the dugout. I want to keep achieving my goals and upgrading my skills and I believe the best way to do that is through the College athlete experience. 

I thank you for taking the time to read this personal statement and will be looking forward to communicating with you in the near future. 

Yours sincerely,

Jessica Smith