Gabriella Ragins '25 Recruiting Profile

The first time I picked up a discus, I couldn't throw it past the concrete. When I saw everyone else throw it miles ahead of me, I was determined to be better. I had practiced for hours and had started to see my results when my teammates, who were in the field shagging, wouldn't have to step forward when it was my turn to throw. Although my journey was not linear, I learned how to perservere and work towards my goals. These goals have pushed me to strive for new heights so I can do better than my last. With constant practice and an unyielding mindset, I have become a record-breaking thrower and a 2x All-American. 

Additionally, my persistant mindset has led me to achieve non-athletic goals such as maintaning a 4.0 GPA, 5x Academic All State in both volleyball and track, first rank honor roll for 3 consecutive years, being the president of Girls Learn International club and a member of Model United Nations. I find that it is important to balance school and athletics in my daily life.

All in all, this makes me a good candidate for your team because I have learned the power of perserverance and hard work. Through busy days and nights, I learned the importance of staying humble in what I do and let my accomplishments speak for me. In college, I hope to learn new skills, in and out of the ring, and become a more nuanced person.