Madelynn Hill '19 Recruiting Profile

I am excited and nervous as I start this next chapter in life.  I look forward to meeting new people, furthering my education and playing college basketball.  The reason I chose PT or OT as my major is because I want to help people in my community meet their goals and heal whether it be physically or mentally. I can also work my schedule around my future family, which I feel is my true calling to be a godly wife and mother.  Through my experience of playing college basketball, minoring in Kinesiolgy and majoring in PT, I will take what I have learned and experienced and apply it through a basketball summer camp. I want to start a christian basketball camp or traveling team that is a healthy, yet competitive environment for children from rough areas or backgrounds.  It will be a place they can not only play the game they love but also learn about God. Since it will be my camp, I will be able to sponsor kids who want to play but can't afford it.  

Being home schooled and the oldest of eight, I am responsible, good at managing time and a hard worker.  My family adopted a sibling group of 5, five years ago.  As you can imagine, my family enviornment changed quite a bit as we have tried to help children from trauma acclimate to family life.  Through this experience, I believe it has taught me that change can be hard, but it teaches flexibility, resilience, and the ability to learn to adapt.

I have only had training for three years and only twice a week.  I know I have a lot to learn and I can hardly wait to see how I will grow and impact my team by having the opportunity to practice everyday under an experienced coach. 

My family began home schooling when I was in second grade.  As I grew older,  I became more independent in learning.  My mom emphasized the value of being self taught.  While there were moments I wished I didn't have to teach myself, now that I look back I'm grateful for the skill.  As of right now I am scheduled to take my ACT April 13th and SAT May 4th! 

Thank you for taking the time to look at me and read this. I hope to hear from you soon!

Madelynn