Gabriella Garcia '19 Recruiting Profile

Although I am only in ninth grade, I constantly think about what I would like to achieve when I am an adult.  At this moment, I can see my- self attending college and playing softball.  Currently, I think I would do well in Business, Education, or Health Care Services. I can see myself running a business, teaching kids, or assisting in rehabilitation of an athlete's injury.  I know things can change as I grow older and attend high school.
So what makes Gaby Garcia different from other prospects? I'm a very spiritual person who thinks of others before myself. I love attending church and surrounding myself with those who want to help others.  I am also an ardent fan of my teams and my teammates.  Their success and happiness makes me very happy.  Not only am I a very spiritual and faithful person, I am also extremely dedicated to academics.  I strive to make the best grades possible as well as show that I can be a great citizen in class.  I want to be a student that allows the teachers to feel they are making an impact.
In athletics, I play several sports and do extremely well; however, softball is my passion.  Softball is a sport that I look forward to playing and practicing. I am known as the kid who always has a smile on her face.  As a catcher, I know I have an extremely important job , and I lead the team with confidence and not cockiness.  (My parents have driven that attitude in my mind for years: confidence not cockiness).  I am working hard to add more positions to my tool-belt, such as short-stop, second base , and first base.  I want to be the player that specializes in catching but can fill the void when my coaches and team need me.  I am also working on improving my speed in running as well as throwing.