Ines Essoussi '25 Recruiting Profile

Being from a sport family, I've always taken part in various individual and collective sports. With a father that taught me first and foremost a lot about athleticism and mental strength in sports, and a brother that played professional soccer, I have been surrounded with examples of determination, resilience and sportsmanship. I have always been nurtured by sports challenges and learning opportunities.

I learned that achieving this goal takes a lot of discipline: I've learned to focus on basketball while juggling school and personal life. I was always ready to wake up early or stay late for workouts and practice and stick to a strict diet. It's about staying dedicated to every part of my life. It also means that I had to give up things I enjoy like some family or social events and free time so I can train and compete. These sacrifices have taught me the importance of hard work and commitment, skills that go beyond the court. And I believe this is worth it.

I have cultivated a strong work ethic and I also demonstrate leadership capabilities through my ability to inspire others, take on responsibilities and make decisive decisions. Whether in sports or in everyday situations, I always strive to lead by example and empower others. My goal is to play basketball at the University level and contribute to my team. This goes along with the academic goal of achieving a University degree in health or science related field. I am eager to continue my development as a student-athlete at the University level and to have the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, compete alongside talented teammates.