Reflections

Resilience, Adaptation, Sacrifice, Growth, Opportunity, Challenge

Being an international student-athlete has tested me in ways I never imagined, but it has also shaped me into the person I am today. The sacrifices of leaving home and adapting to new cultures have been challenging, yet they have fueled my personal and athletic growth. Every hardship has taught me resilience, and every opportunity has reinforced why I took this path. Through it all, I’ve learned that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about perseverance, embracing change, and pushing forward despite the obstacles.