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Yannik Wessel '19 Recruiting Profile

Gymnasium High SchoolInternationalMen's Golf
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ClubMen´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany)
Height5'11"
Weight165lbs
Age25
Primary PositionGolfer
Dominant HandRight

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Video of February 2019February 2019

Personal Statement

I started playing golf almost as soon as I could walk, at about two and a half years of age. From then on, it was my passion and has always had a higher priority than the other sports I have done.

Having had such an early start and due to my talent at such a young age, I started playing golf for the men’s team of the Golf Club in Ulm when I was only 13 years old, after having been playing in a youth club team for about five years. As a valued member of the men’s team despite being so young, I even received financial aid from my club in order to be able to participate in this year’s training camp. This monetary support is more than welcome, taking into consideration my circumstances: I am living with my mum and due to an illness, she has been suffering from for several years, she is already retired. As a result, our income is very limited, and while she supports me in any way she can in fulfilling my dream of studying in the US, substantial monetary support is not something she can offer. Therefore, I depend on the best financial aid program, so I won’t be a burden on her financially and can still follow my dream.

My experience with the Golf Club in Ulm has been very positive not only because they were able to offer me financial aid, but more importantly, because of the chance it has given me to develop as a player. While playing for the men’s team, I was the captain of the golf youth team of Ulm (and also the local soccer team) for several years. It is then I learned what it means to be a leader, to step up for my team in crucial moments, to never give up and to deliver my best. I perform best in those challenging situations, which is, in my opinion, one of my best qualities and what separates me from other players my age.

The mental strength necessary to be a good captain was also part of the basis for my development in the men’s team. Becoming a member of the men’s team at 13 meant that I had to deal with opponents up to three times my age, and it also required lots of stroke play of me. This helped me develop my game in terms of my physical skills, and it also allowed me to get my mental strength to another level compared to other players my age. These physical and mental qualities make me a great addition to any team, but it is my dream to play and compete in a team with players my age and work towards our common goals.

After graduating from high school, I decided to first gain some practical experience in the working world in order to get a better idea of my strengths, weaknesses and interests away from the golf course and to help me make a well-informed decision when it comes to my future field of studies and career. For example, I am currently working in a large mechanical engineering company for five months to gain an insight into economic sciences, like business administration, international management, controlling or business management. After my practical experience, I would like to continue my interests on a theoretical level in one of the best educational systems in the world, to later have the opportunity of getting great job in my chosen field.

As an ambitious and hard-working 19-year-old German golfer, it is one of my biggest dreams to combine studying and competing at the highest possible level in college. The USA are the perfect destination for me to get the best out of me in terms of a high-level education due to excellent teachers, as well as develop into a better golf player through a great coaching staff, excellent training facilities, and also, to develop as a person far away from my home and family in a place which has always interested me.

Athletics

High School Information

  • 2018 Club/Travel Team
  • Individual Awards
  • Captain
  • Team Awards
  • Regional Champs, Top 10 Team in State Championship
  • 2017 Club/Travel Team
  • Individual Awards
  • Captain
  • Team Awards
  • Regional Champs, Top 10 Team in State Championship
  • 2016 Club/Travel Team
  • Individual Awards
  • Captain
  • Team Awards
  • Regional Champs, Top 10 Team in State Championship
  • 2015 Club/Travel Team
  • Individual Awards
  • Captain
  • Team Awards
  • Regional Champs, Top 10 Team in State Championship
  • 2014 Club/Travel Team
  • Individual Awards
  • Captain
  • Team Awards
  • Top 10 Team in State Championship , Regional Champs

Club Information

  • Seasons of Club Experience
  • 6 seasons
  • 2019 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Oberliga (fourth highest German men´s league) )
  • 2018 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Landesliga (fifth highest German men´s league))
  • 2017 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Landesliga (fifth highest German men´s league))
  • 2016 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Landesliga (fifth highest German men´s league) )
  • 2015 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Oberliga (fourth highest German men´s league) )
  • 2014 Men´s Team Golf Club Ulm (Germany) (Regionalliga (third highest German men´s league))

Coach References

  • Club Coach
  • Torben Baumann

Events

  • Camp/Event
  • Training Camp
  • 4/08/19 to 4/14/19
  • Training Camp in Belek with the Men´s Team
  • Camp/Event
  • State Championship (with Men´s Team)
  • 10/13/18 to 10/14/18
  • Shot 75(+3) on Saturday to be 3. out of 30. - Won Match-Play on Sunday by shooting multiple birdies to win 5&4 - Team Promotion to the next highest league
  • Camp/Event
  • Club Championship
  • 9/01/18 to 9/02/18
  • Shot 76 (+4) on Saturday to be 1. out of 30; Shot 80 (+8) on first round on Sunday to be 2. with 2 shots behind; Shot 39 (+3) on second round on Sunday (9 holes) to finish second Overall with one shot behind
  • Camp/Event
  • Kramski German Golf League - Landesliga - Matchday 5
  • Shot 66 (+2) to be 3. out of 40.; Got Promotion with Team for next highest league next season (2019 Oberliga)
  • Camp/Event
  • Monthly Club Tournament
  • Shot 79 (+7) to be 2. out of 59.
  • Camp/Event
  • Monthly Club Tournament
  • Shot 73 (+1) to be 1. out of 36.

Training

  • Golf Training
  • 7 years
  • 3 to 4 times a week (during the season) - 1 time a week (during winter); Team Training with our Coach
  • Gym
  • 3 years
  • Currently about 3 to 4 times a week (in winter) to get a solid base for my golf abilities; 1 time a week during the summer and season to stay in shape
  • Weekly Fitness Session with Men´s Team
  • 1 year
  • 1 time a week; parts of crossfit exercises as well as strength, stamina and body mobility exercises in general

Additional Sports

  • Soccer
  • 10 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Team Captain
  • Tennis
  • 4 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Basketball
  • 3 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Team Coach for younger teams

Statistics

Statistic2019 Men´s Team Gol2018 Club/Travel Te2018 Men´s Team Gol2017 Club/Travel Te2017 Men´s Team Gol2016 Club/Travel Te
Handicap3,63,93,94,84,84,2
18 Hole Avg.77,5 77,5
18 Hole Low7373 (Par 72)
9 Hole Low35 (-1)35 (-1)
GIR47%47%
Putts per 1830.630.6
Driving Accuracy54% 54%
Longest Drive305 yds305 yds
Statistic2016 Men´s Team Gol2015 Club/Travel Te2015 Men´s Team Gol2014 Club/Travel Te2014 Men´s Team Gol
Handicap4,24,04,09,69,6

Academics

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High School Information

High School
Gymnasium High School
StateInternational

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Sports, Maths, Spanish, Chemistry and German
Are you in AP/IB classes?
No

Awards and Activities

  • AwardsHonor Roll Accomodation
  • Activities- several years of altar boy in church - several years of media mentor for students in school - several years of school bus attendant for younger students - several years of giving extra tutoring for younger students

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