College Admissions Essay: A Career In Physical Education

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Though I have lived in Sand Rock, Alabama for most of my life, when I was younger, my family lived in Fyffe, and I went to a school in Georgia. When I was in the 3rd grade, we moved to Sand Rock, where my parents began teaching and where I eventually graduated in the Class of 2016. Throughout high school, I enjoyed playing many sports, and one day, I aspire to be a coach. Some of my favorite things are sports, video games, working out, and my church. After completing my basic courses at Gadsden State Community College, I plan to transfer to Jacksonville State University to pursue my degree. Playing sports has been a passion of mine that began when I watched my older brother play his first game of football. Still to this day, the cool autumn air and stadium lights make my heart race. I want to be involved in the game of football for the rest of my life. Therefore, I plan to become a coach so that I can continue stepping onto the field every game night, whether that be on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Though I have not yet decided on a major, I would like to teach physical education or history at a high school level. My parents are both history teachers, so excelling in my history classes has always been something that comes naturally to me. History and football, however, are not the only two things I enjoy. …show more content…

Video games are a great way to relieve stress and connect with friends. It seems as though I am always waiting for the next new game to come out, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Working out is a great hobby that I use it to clear my head and have fun with friends. Though I have strayed away from my routine since I graduated high school, I am currently trying to get back into the swing of things and workout each day. Video games and working out are two of my hobbies, but they are not the only things I am passionate