Rachel Bottum '19 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
Ever since fourth grade when I placed far ahead of my peers in a school track meet, I have had a goal of running successfully beyond high school. This goal stayed with me through my freshman year struggling with a stress fracture. Cross-training was grueling both physically and mentally. This brought my mental strength to a whole new level. Losing my favorite event and picking up another has taught me to adjust and move on positively. Having the ability to place 5th at the 2016 WIAA State Track and Field meet having only a cross training base and very little experience in the event (400m) raised my confidence and helped me realize I am still a runner. This motivated me to continue cross training and think positively of my future seasons when I can train by running.
Not only is it a goal for me to run in college, but also to succeed academically. Track and cross country have shaped everything I do. They have taught me dedication and self sacrifice. I do my school work with passion. I am a dedicated student who realizes my academic career is just as important as my athletic career. My involvement in my sport has sparked an interest for my career choice as well. I am considering a career path of an athletic trainer or physical therapist.
Being named the MVP of my varsity team as a freshman shows my dedication and value to my team. Relationships with my coaches, trainer, and teammates are the glue that keeps everything together. I believe it is super important to build and maintain these relationships, making the team stronger. I know I have the talent, leadership and drive to make a positive impact on your college team.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- 2017 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- Conference Chanmps, Sectional 2nd Place, Regional Chanmps
- 2016 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference, MVP
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 1 season
- 2016 Oak Creek Track Club
- Indoor season
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Reid Oldenberg
Events
- Camp/Event
- Chris Solinsky UW Parkside Distance Running Camp
- 7/12/15 to 7/16/15
- Camp/Event
- no new events due to concussion sustained in car accident
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Accelerated Freshmen English; Accelerated Biology; Accelerated, Geometry, Accelerated Advanced Algebra, Spanish 3, Accelerated Sophmore English, Accelerated Chemistry, Comparative Political Systems, Trig, Physics, Spanish 4, Pre CalculusAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Language and Composition, AP BioAwards and Activities
- AwardsHigh Honor Roll all 4 quarters Freshman Year, High Honor Roll all 4 quarters Sophmore year - 4.0 for Sophmore year,
- ActivitiesKey Club, GEAC
Top NCSA Athletes at East Troy High School
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