Gianna Volonte '17 Recruiting Profile

Playing softball in college has been a very influential goal in my life.  It has pushed me to exceed my limits, work harder than I ever thought I could, and has made me, not only a better player, but a better person.  First and foremost, academics have always been my number one priority and my aim is to attend a highly academic school in any of the three divisions.  I take my education just as serious as my sport and I understand that they will be the ultimate factor in getting recruited.  I am currently taking some of the most rigorous courses at my school and I am ranked 16th out of 878 students in the class of 2017.  I can successfully balance softball and my academics, and when one begins to slip I will dedicate more effort and time to fix it.  I am currently a junior taking three advanced placement classes-- AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, and AP Language and Composition-- and I am also in Spanish 3, softball and I am a lab assistant in an Honors Chemistry class.

 When it comes to my play I have always been determined to perform my absolute best no matter what the situation is.  I will always push myself toward the finish line and then some.  I am also a big fan of always cheering on my team; they can always hear me in the dugout or on the field.  I am always up for a new challenge whether it be fighting for a position, trying a new position or learning a new skill.  I am a very coachable athlete and will make any adjustments without argument.  I am always the first to volunteer when the coach needs something done. I love the family atmosphere of being a part of a team, and will get along with everybody.