Anthony Holmes '19 Recruiting Profile

As a student athlete, I believe in giving everything I have both in the classroom and on the court.  I consistently work hard to be and give my best.  My love of basketball began while watching games with my dad.  I found I loved playing the game even more than watching.  When I tried out for the “A” team in 5^th grade and didn’t make it, instead of complaining, I focused on getting better so next year I would make the team.  I achieved that goal and decided I would never miss making the team again.  I worked hard each and every year.  Going into Elder high school, I came from a small grade school and was not known by the coaches.  I had tough competition in order to make the team.  However, I did make it, but I was a third-string player.  While this was difficult, it taught me the importance of patience and hard work to earn playing time.  By the end of the season, I had significantly increased my playing time and was a starter on JV the next year.  While playing Varsity my junior year, I sat behind strong players again and my focus was on preparing my team for the next game.  We achieved the Sectional Championship together.  I pride myself on being a strong team-player, never focusing on me as an individual.  I am a competitive person, mostly with myself to get better and stronger every day.  I am goal-oriented, which has helped me to maintain my strong GPA, and will drive me to success both in the college classroom, on the court, and eventually in my chosen profession.  I can provide your team with a unique quickness of a big man who can make offensive plays and be back down the court to defend the next possession.  I am looking forward to finding the college where I can offer my best for your team.