Ashlyn Finarty '23 Recruiting Profile

Athletics have always been a large part of my life.  They allow me to be active and engage as a member of a team.  I hope to be able to incorporate this passion into my career.  I would like to be a  sports trainer and coach.  I have some amazing people in my life that help me become my best.  I love  the passion and personal development I have received through my trainer.   I hope to pass that on to other athletes.

Softball has always been my main focus in athletics and the only one I play year round.  My goal is to play college softball for several reasons.  The first reason is the pure love of the sport.  I feel at home on the field and playing gives me personal satisfaction.  Next is to be a part of a team with a BIG goal.    I work hard to be my best and I want to be a part of something bigger.  Finally, I want to be at the top of the game to help coach and teach others to love the sport.

One of my most valuable assets as a player is mental toughness.  I am able to stay goal focused and my performance does not get influenced by stress.  I have proven this on the field the last two years as the starting pitcher for my High School varsity team.  I know the team is behind me and that relationship gives us confidence.

My other strength is batting and I work hard to be a two way player.  I currently have 43 career home runs and am able to hit a hard line drive if it isn't over the fence.  I have started weigh training this year in high school.  I am working to get even stronger to be able to compete at a higher level.