Soccer has been a part of my life since I was in kindergarten and it's what keeps me focused and determined in life, especially through high school. I've been playing select soccer with the Northwest Nationals Shamrocks where I have made tons of friends, and sometimes; unfortunately, enemies. The chemistry on the team has been unbelievable and some how even if we haven't always gotten along, it hasn't affected the result or play on the …showed first 75 words of 850 total…

…showed last 75 words of 850 total…California State University, Chico (Chico State). I plan to major in Exercise Physiology, which is a more focused subdivision of the sports medicine field. Meadowdale High School's students and faculty have made an awesome impact on my future. Not only have I been able to find friends and mentors here, but the setup of the curriculum, semesters and three-a-day classes, has been an asset as well and will be helpful in adjusting to Chico State.