Bailey Burbidge '21 Recruiting Profile

As a freshman, I was the only non-senior starter on varsity.  Because of this I was able to learn valuable leadership skills at a young age.  During my sophomore year there were no seniors on the team.  Every opposing coach over looked us as a young developing team who they thought would be an easy win.  That year I led my team to a district championship and advanced to the regional quarter-finals before losing a hard fought game.  Unfortunately, my junior year I fractured my left wrist in the middle of the season.  It was agonizing having to sit on the bench and not be on the court helping my team win.  Luckily, I healed quickly and came back to lead my team in a pivotal district win that clinched a playoff berth.  As a 4 seed we defeated a 1 seed in the first round of the playoffs.  It was extra sweet, because it was the team that knocked us out the  year before.  

The experience of  being on a team and being mentored by amazing coaches has helped shape who I am as a student and athlete.  Teamwork, commitment, sacrifice, leadership, and selflessness are all valuable traits I have gained by these experiences.  I'm looking for a program that will be a good fit for me athletically, as well as academically.  I believe I have the character, work ethic, and leadership skills to make an immediate impact on your program.  While in college I hope to graduate with a degree in the health care field while continuing to play a sport I love and  look forward to forming relationships with teammates and coaches that will last a lifetime.