Abby Hunter '23 Recruiting Profile

My love for the ball began at 5 years old when my older brother introduced me to baseball. Playing ball with boys was all I knew for seven years until I switched to softball.  I had to play smarter, hit harder, and run faster to quiet the spectator whispers of why a girl was striking out their son. My raw talent and determination to play hard every time set me apart. I was awarded the Golden Glove MVP for defense at Cal Ripken Baseball World Series. I did not like the attention my talent caused because I am generally a shy person. However, I persevered and appeared in a television news segment promoting the World Series and conducted interviews for the Clemmons Courier and Forsyth Family Magazine. Most recently, my drive, toughness, and competitive spirit were highlighted in the Clemmons Courier. 

 As I have gotten older, I realize the lessons I learned at a young age while playing baseball have become the foundation for my character today. At 14 years old, I started playing for the Carolina Cardinals Nationals 18U competitive travel team. As the youngest player, I saw this opportunity as a time to grow and learn from some of the best players in the nation. Since middle school, I have been a multi-sport athlete. I have played varsity softball (outfield and middle infield) and varsity basketball (shooting and point guard) since ninth grade. I set personal goals that require mental toughness, physical endurance, and determination. I want to develop my mind and body for peak performance. This includes conditioning before or after school, spending weekends in the gym, and going to multiple practices in one day.  

My collegiate goals are to earn a four-year degree from a university that offers a variety of educational opportunities while playing softball at a competitive level, hopefully, a college in the Southeast. My interest lies in the medical and business fields. I am currently enrolled in an Honors two-year curriculum that will require spending 60 hours in a skilled healthcare facility next year. Upon completing this course, I will be prepared to test for the Certified Nursing Assistant license. My schedule takes self-discipline and a work ethic that shows on my transcript and the field. I am the definition of a student-athlete in college.