Amanda Paavola '16 Recruiting Profile

Over the past 7 or so years, my participation in volleyball has not only made me a better all-around player, but a better all-around person. I've begun to realize how much that I've learned, and yet how much I still have to learn. Even so, because of my sport,  I have discovered the necessities of perseverance and working hard to achieve my goals. I have learned that having patience and being an amazing teammate are crucial to the success of an individual both on and off the court. I have known the struggles of playing under even the most arduous conditions and not always, in fact very rarely, seeing the fruits of my labor. I believe that knowing how to handle one's self in any situation is a skill that's groomed into athletes of all sports and does transfer on to the real world--the world outside of volleyball. I know I am the epitome of all of these attributes.
Furthermore, it is these realizations that have made me the viable individual that I am. Exceptional social skills, a strong-willed mentality, and my go-getter mindset are seen quite clearly both on the court and in the classroom, making me a strong, versitile candidate for any team atmosphere.
I am extremely interested in pursuing a degree in oceanography or marine biology, so I can both focus and be successful in my studies and be committed to the sport I love.