I have grown up in an athletic home. Throughout my four years of high school, I have been a three sport student. I have played varsity tennis for four years, and junior varsity and then varsity in baseball and basketball. It has taken constant work to keep my grade point average at 3.7 while traveling and playing all through high school. Many nights I do my homework before or after a game in a gym, on a bus, or at home until after midnight to keep my grades up. My goals have always been high and I feel confident that I have been successful by taking advanced placement courses while being a student athlete.
I was almost born playing basketball. My dad has coached basketball for 30 years, and he has played, practiced, and coached me since I was old enough to walk. I realize that not everyone was blessed to have a coach for a dad, so I spend time each summer refereeing basketball games for young players in our small community. Taking time to discuss fouls, modeling appropriate court presence, and being a positive role model for younger athletes is extremely rewarding.
