Sierra Samhammer '24 Recruiting Profile
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2023 Spotlight
2022 HighlightsPersonal Statement
My collegiate goal is to reach my full potential as a student-athlete, as high school will not give me enough time to do so. I would consider myself an excellent candidate for a collegiate program because of my determination and work ethic, which I am able to transfer to everything I do. I’ve competed at a high level throughout my entire lifetime in multiple sports, so I understand what it takes to be successful. As an athlete I find importance in showing kindness and sportsmanship to everyone who surrounds me. I strongly believe in treating people with compassion, as I understand that as student-athletes, we’re all here to accomplish the same thing. I have also always valued school, and put my education first. Currently, I have an unweighted GPA of 3.92, and I find fun in challenging myself with honors and AP classes, which I firmly believe will help me to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- 2023 Varsity Team
- 2022 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- State Champs
- 2021 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- State 3rd Place
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 1 season
- 2022 Factory Remix BMX (National Factory Team)
- I have been a National-Caliber BMX racer for the past 7 years, competing in the USA BMX National Series.
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Michael Schaan
- Private Coach
- Brooke Crain
- Position Coach
- Rodney Ash
Training
- Weight Training
- 3 years
- I train 6 days per week for the sport of BMX, which includes bike sprint work, bike skill development, and weight training. Over the past two years, I have developed a love for weight lifting, especially the explosive movements such as cleans, and box jumps. I also enjoy pushing myself with heavy squat and deadlift efforts. For example, I recently box-squatted 275 pounds for 3, which is significant because my body weight is only 130 lbs.
Additional Sports
- Cycling
- 10 years
- Club/Travel Team
- I’m a National-caliber BMX racer, who has finished in the top-15 in my age group in the country for the past 6 years. I recently finished 11th at the UCI World Championships in France this past summer.
- Wrestling
- 1 year
- Varsity Team
- During my sophomore year, I chose to start wrestling, and finished 4th in the OSAA Regional Championships in my first season ever in the sport.
Statistics
| Event | 2023 Varsity Team | 2022 Varsity Team | 2021 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100MHH | 15.90 | 3rd place OSAA 3a State Championships 16.20 | |
| 300MH | 46.71 | 1st place OSAA 3a State Championships 47.55 | |
| 100M | 13.16 | ||
| Long Jump | 5th place OSAA 3a State Championships 15’ 10” | 3rd Place in the 3a OSAA State Championships: 16’ 8” |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes.Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- Awards9th grade Academic Honor Roll , 10th grade Academic Honor Roll, 11th grade Academic Honor Roll
- ActivitiesMathletes Brain Bowl
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