Lynda Farinella's Field Hockey Recruiting Profile

Personal Statement

Lynda Farinella

Class of 2019

Personal Statement

October 25, 2017

I am strongly interested in playing field hockey at the college level in the fall of 2019.  Playing field hockey has helped me to develop self-confidence, teaching me that grit and perseverance make a difference when striving for excellence in what I do.  Overall, my positive experiences as a field hockey player have helped me to become more well-rounded on and off the field.

Currently, I am a varsity starter in the position of midfielder for South Plainfield High School in South Plainfield, NJ.  I have been on the varsity team since my freshman year. I was recently named the "Athlete of the Week" for my school.  I was an all-county and all-conference athlete last year and am well on my way to being recognized again this season.  This year, I have 10 assists and 7 goals scored.  I have helped my team to a 13-5-2 record. 

In addition to my excellent field hockey skills, I am a very good student.  My SAT score is 1540 (790- math/750- verbal).  As a high school junior, I am taking five Advanced Placement courses and have already earned a "5" on the Advanced Placement World History Course that I previously completed.  I have all A's throughout my high school career. 

I am very interested in studying Chemical Engineering at a top college that will afford me the opportunity to play field hockey.

Recently, I posted a video highlighting my field hockey skills.  It can be found on YouTube at the link: .

I can be reached on my cell phone at 732-662-0007.  My e-mail address is [email protected].

I hope that the coaches who review this profile will contact me so that they can learn more about me as a field hockey player and as a student.