Amber Bretz '18 Recruiting Profile

Hi my name is Amber Bretz and I am a Senior at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School.  I have been a member of the high school varsity lacrosse team since Freshman year, and Sophomore/Junior years I was the starting center.   I have been a team Captain, and member of SALT- the Student Athlete Leadership Team,  since Junior year.  I am very interested in taking my lacrosse experience to the next level by playing at the collegiate level.  I believe I could contribute greatly to a college level team because I have been told that I am very coachable athlete and a team player.  Being part of a team has taught me the value of leadership skills, and most notably the importance of conveying leadership in a way that encourages a cooperative spirit.  It has also taught me how to accept criticism and comments from others in a positive way.  The need to accept responsibility for ones own mistakes and to be accountable becomes crystal clear when in a team environment.  I believe these lessons that I have learned while on the field will serve me well in my continued academic pursuits, college athletics and life in general. 

While athletics will always play a role in my life, I am keenly aware of the importance of academics.  As a three season varsity high school athlete, I am aware of the need for prioritizing and time management.  My most recent GPA is a 3.9 and I have made the distinguished  (High) or Regular honor roll for all marking periods of my Sophomore and Junior years.  Being a student athlete has taught me how to set and prioritize goals.  Being part of a team has also taught me that teamwork is often critical to success.  The concept of teamwork directly relates to many careers, but especially to my chosen career path; the field of nursing.  I want to assure you that I am dedicated to excelling academically and athletically, and in a manner that will reflect the school, my coaches and my fellow teammates in the most positive and respectful way.