Hello! My name is Tara Balicki and I am a 2025 defender. Since I was younger my goal has always been to pursue a college program with a positive environment, in both athletics and education. As well as one that helps me to develop myself as a person, and in my degree for a better future. I aspire to get a Bachelors Degree in Actuarial Science or Finance in a place where I feel as though I belong. I truly believe that I am a good candidate for a team because my drive and passion for the game has become a lifestyle to me. Perosnally being in the sand has always been an amazing experience for me, and I love to make others feel the same way. By keeping an uplifting and positive attitude to help drive myself and those around me to push towards the next play. Also, in trying to communicate through every low point or high. I feel that this is a way that I like to deal with any life situation as well, by maintaining an optimistic tone and thoughts in order to make my mentals top tier for any situation. Having a better mindset is something that I believe helps the not only in sports and life, but also academically. From a young age I have taken pride in any academic success. I view this as a big part of my life, and will always strive to learn and grow everyday to get the best possible outcomes that I can.