Mary Vertetis '22 Recruiting Profile

The two most common adjectives I hear when people describe me are GRIT and SPIRITED. 

I am a hardworking, dedicated and positive student athlete who loves to be a part of a team. I am a distance swimmer who understands the need to put in the time, cross training and technique work it takes to succeed. I am a leader who is an elected officer on student government, leads school retreats and gets involved in the community. I am an avid learner who is a member of the National Honor Society, school tutor and have been recognized in multi-state civics competitions. I am a fierce advocate for those with disabilities and volunteer my time as a coordinator and peer model twice a week for disabled young adults. 

These past couple years have proven to me that I can overcome any challenge and come out on top. I work hard, trust the process and don’t give up. At the beginning of my sophomore year I was thrown a curve ball that could have derailed my academic and athletic success. I lost over a year of training and took a hit on my GPA, but I have come back stronger than before, and my best is yet to come. I am looking for a college experience where I can continue to swim competitively, be a part of a positive and hardworking team, and be challenged academically. I am excited to work with a team, coach and school to bring us all to new heights.