Personal Statement

Hi my name is Amara Zukowski, and I am 17 years old. I have been playing travel softball since age 8, and competitive "A" level softball since age 12. Since the first time I stepped on the field, I was in love with softball. I am devoted to competing with my team, with myself, and against other teams. I started my career playing locally, and as my depth for the game grew I traveled to other organizations. I have gone from being the new kid to being a dependable starter. Of the many things that I have learned from the game, it is that every position is earned, and a positive attitude is necessary to succeed. One of my strongest individual attributes is that I feel I have a strong throwing arm. I would like to focus on my education as well as being an athlete. I am known to lift others up in softball as well as in life. Throughout my education I have taken honors and A.P. classes. I am also a part of Spanish Honors Society at my high school. I believe I have the determination and skills to be a crucial part of a driven team.  (2017) - Travel team season Homerun Leader.  High School (2017) - Varsity Starter and All-Conference Selection (Sophomore)...Earned "Silver Slugger" team award for Top Offensive Player...led team in HR's, Triples, Doubles and Total Hits as well as Highest Batting Average. High School (2018) - Varsity Starter and repeat All-Conference Selection (Junior)...Earned repeat "Silver Slugger" team award for Top Offensive Player...leading team in repeat of HR's, Triples, Doubles, and Total Hits with Highest Batting Average. Lastly, humbled and honored to be selected by Vote of teammates as our Team MVP.  (2018) - Travel team earned the "Hardest Worker" award. I am pleased to also share (over the season), defensively I successfully played at ALL positions except pitcher or catcher.