Haley McCarthy '24 Recruiting Profile

My name is Haley McCarthy and I am a Junior at Tabor Academy in Marion, Massachusetts. I started playing basketball when I was in the second grade. I also play soccer and was a competitive gymnast for 6 years. It wasn't until I started playing AAU basketball year round in middle school that I realized my true love for the game.

I knew early on that I wanted to attended a college prep high school and play basketball at a more competitive level. I attended my local high school my freshman year and then transferred to Tabor Academy as a re-classed freshman the following year.  I have always been self motivated and disciplined. I thoroughly enjoy school and being challenged academically and I also love health and fitness. I am a firm believer that working out and eating right not only fuels my body but my mind too. I eat clean, weight train twice a day, work out on the basketball court for at least 3 hours a day and play soccer competitively. About a year ago I started a basketball journal where I write down my goals, strengths and weaknesses for the day. I motivate myself with positive words of encouragement and remind myself that if I continue to train, work hard and give 110% every day on and off the court that my dream of playing at the collegiate level will come true. 

I believe that my greatest basketball strength is shooting from the 3 point range and I am always looking for scoring opportunities for my teammates. I have been focusing this past year on getting stronger driving to the net and I always play each game with enthusiasm and confidence. I am constantly trying to be the best player I can be learning from my high school and AAU coaches and teammates. I believe with my drive, dedication, desire, positive attitude and true love for the game that I will achieve my goal of playing at the collegiate level.