Personal Statement
Through hard work and dedication, I seek to obtain a scholarship for a university where I would major in mechanical engineering. There, I would continue my young career as a basketball player and utilize the skills I have developed on and off the court. My overall goal is to pursue my dream of preforming the art of basketball, be the best basketball player and person I can be.
My love of basketball began at the age of three when I first learned how to dribble a basketball. Throughout elementary school, basketball acted as a form of therapy for me as I was bullied until middle school. Playing street ball with the boys, YMCA basketball, and AAU Ball helped me positively channel my endless energy and acknowledge my self worth. It was during this time that my love of the game grew as I learned all I could from watching YouTube videos and tutorials, reading books, and studying professional basketball players. Three years I have had the opportunity to further develop my skill set by working with an extraordinary skills development coach.
Both coaches and players trust in my ability to see the court and share the ball. My precise dribbling techniques and disruptive defense add to my developing skill set. As my high school journey is only beginning academically and athletically, I am patient and committed to being a top student athlete.