Samantha McKee '23 Recruiting Profile

As soon as I was thrown into the deep end with swim floaties strapped to my arms, my love for swimming began. As a young girl, I was in love with the water, forcing my parents to come to watch me swim in our pool during the cold, dark nights. At the age of eight, I was signed up to swim with the Pine Bush Aquatic Club. I have been swimming with Pine Bush Aquatic Club for eight incredible years while also swimming for Pine Bush Girls Varsity Swimming and Diving for four years.  I have come to enjoy every marvelous minute of swimming for both teams.

Being a swimmer for a countless number of years has taught me the three D's, discipline, dedication, and determination.  I have learned the adherence and devotion needed to achieve my goals. I continually make an effort to be the best swimmer and person I can be. Although I try to devote all of my time and energy to swimming, I have struggled to remember to enjoy my sport. I  sometimes can take my training and swimming to a serious level, causing me to not enjoy my journey. However, my coaches, trainers, and family have helped me overcome that obstacle and I have learned how to be dedicated to my sport, while absolutely loving the process. 

I strive to push myself to be the best I can be on the pool deck and in the classroom.  In high school, I am currently enrolling in many advanced placement and honors courses. I desire to push myself while acquiring a capable workload. My goals for college are to enroll in classes that I take an interest in and to challenge myself with new experiences. I have a large interest in law and hope to someday be in a profession-oriented with the law.  

I am excited to continue my swimming career in college and long after. I am looking for a  college that will not only be a terrific fit for me athletically and academically but also a team that strives to make an impact!