Jason DeYoung '22 Recruiting Profile

There have been few things in my short life that have influenced me, yet the best swimmer of all time is a huge hero of mine.  Watching Michael Phelps in the 2016 Olympics was a important milestone in my life.  Seeing him achieve so much during those two weeks was incredible to watch.  Watching him helped me realize that I can reach my dreams of swimming at a college or university.  My club coach, Chris Bertana, has also been a influential male in my life.  Coach Chris pushes me to my limits, when I feel my lungs will collapse, he pushes me to go my furthest.

I became interested in swimming when I was 10 years old.  My mom signed me up for our community summer swim program.  I figured out quickly that I was fast in the freestyle and I really liked doing breast stroke.  Not only was it a sport, but it was fun!  I made some new friends that summer that I am still friends with.  Shortly after, I moved to my current club team, which was a great move for me.  Going to swim practice and competing brings life to me. I have learned through swimming that I can do more than I always think I can.  I have learned that to go the distance, practice and hard work are involved.  

I feel that even though college is three years away, I am excited to be thinking about it.  I love social studies and history!  I think I am going to major in Archaeology.  Academics is so very important.  Grades come before anything, and I would put my best foot forward attending your college.  My mom attended a university and I am wanting very much to walk in her footsteps.  I have had to overcome my parents getting divorced when I was younger, which was hard for me, but due to this, I put my mind to my grades, and know I need to work hard. 

Something unique to myself is I am an avid Star Wars fan.  I have seen every movie and show that has been produced.  I am a great reader and love to learn.  Being a freshman in high school, I am over six feet tall.  This is pretty unique also, but it helps with my swimming.  Thank you for reading my statement.   I am excited to see what the future holds for me.  

Jason DeYoung