Ellie Mackay '18 Recruiting Profile

From that very young age, the more I played basketball the more I fell in love with the sport.  As I played more and had success on the court my desire and dream to play college basketball has grown stronger.  I have run cross country, played soccer, and volleyball but since starting as a freshman on my varsity basketball team I am 100% focused on making that dream come true.

I am a physically and mentally strong basketball player with a high basketball IQ and good instincts.  I am a competitor and I want the ball in my hands when the game is on the line.  I am a very good ball handler, I can drive and get to the basket, and as a result I often shoot free throws where I am an 83%+ shooter.  I am a very good mid-range shooter and I am developing my three point shot.  My varsity coach and AAU coaches tell me I am very coachable, a student of the game, and no one works harder on the court than me.  I have been a leader and cheerer for my team since starting on my varsity team as a Freshman.  I always try to lead by example both on and off the court.  

In the classroom, I study hard and maintain a high 3.70 GPA in one of the top academic High Schools in Michigan. I work at my Church with the grounds keeping team in the summer and volunteer in the three year old Sunday School room two Sunday's per month.  

I realize that my adult career will likely be in a field where I don't play basketball.  As a result, I want to attend a college/university where I can get a great education and have experiences that will prepare me for life after basketball.   I am open to all options and want to ultimately find the right college/university match to compete and learn at the highest level of competition possible.  I am looking for a program and coaches with high integrity and where I will improve my basketball game and be prepared for life after basketball.