Emily Laird '19 Recruiting Profile

Since the day I stepped out on the field in my 3rd grade rec league Yankees uniform, I knew I wanted to play softball for the rest of my life. My friends who played with me on that same team all dropped out and headed to the lacrosse field but I stuck with it. I persevered through all the pain, sweat, tears, and "Torture Tuesdays" -- a day that my whole team and I dreaded, but in the end, it made us some of the strongest players out there.
My peers, club coaches, and teachers have always considered me a leader, someone who is willing to step up to the plate and take others under my wing. I am able to learn something from even the most inexperienced players and put it into action.
On another note, my playing has never distracted me from my school work. Throughout middle school I maintained an A average and was recommended for all honors level classes my freshman year. I plan to continue with honors, AP, and IB classes throughout high school and intend to play four years of varsity softball.
My primary position is catcher, and secondary is third base, but I also enjoy the thrill of diving catches in the outfield.  I see myself as a versatile player and plan to expand my playing proficiency by working at new positions like first base and shortstop on my high school team. In addition to softball, I pursue all three aspects of theatre (singing, acting, and dancing) and would like to study chemical engineering, medicine, or business.
When my mom brought up college recruiting I told her my main goal was getting into a "smart school.” My focus for the next four years is to work hard to get into an academically selective school where I can play competitive softball. I enjoy playing on a softball team more than anything else and I hope that one day you will consider letting me play for your team. Thank you!