Lena Townsell '13 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
As an athlete, I always strive to become the best that I can possibly be. This not only goes for track, but everything in life. I set very high goals, and work as hard as I can to reach them. My goal times are as follows:
For the 100m Dash, By the end of my senior year my goal is to run a 12.00 or a high 11. For the 200m Dash, I hope to be running in the mid to low 25's, even a 24 if possible.
As a student, I have maintained a 3.5 of higher every year I have been to Whitney Young. My goal is to reach a 4.0 by the end of this year, or to reach at least a 3.6 unweighted GPA. I also hope to get at least a four in my most prominent AP class. I also wish to get a 30 or higher on the ACT.
Spiritually, my goals is to become closer to God. In order to become better at anything, I need to be more grounded in my faith, and always strive to have a better relationship with the one that allows me to do these things in the first place.
My goals are high, but definitely achievable. I believe that if I do everything in my power to succeed, I can accomplish all of these goals, and more.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- 2012 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- Sectional 2nd Place
- 2011 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- MVP Frosh Soph City Champs
Team Awards
- Sectional Champs
- 2010 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- MVP Frosh Soph City Champs
Team Awards
- 5th Place at IHSA 3A Track Meet, Sectional Champs
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 2 seasons
- 2012 OFF Track Club IL
- Qualified for USATF Nationals in the 4x100 relay
- 2011 OFF Track Club IL
- Qualified for USATF Nationals in 100 meters
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Ashely Homere
Training
- Functional Strength Training
- 2 years
- Worked with strength trainer in Lagrange to improve explosive strength, speed and reduce chance of injury.
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. 2010: Geometry Honors; 2011 Honors English 2; Honors Algebra 2 Trig; Honors World Studies; Honors Art 2012: Honors English 3; Honors US History; Honors Anatomy, Honors CalculusAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. 2011-12 AP Sculpture 2012-2013 AP Drawing and Painting 2012-2013 AP PsychologyRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsI have made the honor roll every semester that I have been in school. I have also maintained a 3.5 GPA or higher all 3 years of high school.
- ActivitiesBuildOn; AACC (African American Culture Club); Daystar School tutor/mentor; HPHSI (Science and Math program at University of Illinois at Chicago); Chicago Scholars, After School Matters Vocal Ensemble
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