Patch Star Student Athlete: Ella McDonald, Rochester Adams HS

ROCHESTER HILLS, MI — We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Fran Scislowicz who nominated Ella McDonald of Rochester-Rochester Hills. Scislowicz is McDonald's varsity softball coach at Rochester Adams High School.

Star student athlete’s name

Ella McDonald

Star student athlete’s home state

Michigan

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Rochester-Rochester Hills

How do you know the star student athlete?

Ella’s varsity softball coach

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Softball

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

Ella is a wonderful student athlete at Rochester Adams high school and will start her fourth year on varsity softball this season. She will be a senior captain for the team this year. Ella has received many honors her first three years on the team including All State outfielder in division one last year. Ella’s teammates respect her greatly because of her work habits and her dedication to the sport. Ella lives life with her hands open handily looking to help and support her peers at school and on the field. She is a great ambassador as she will take younger players and work with them privately and individually to help them improve their skill level. Ella’s attitude and her body language is second to none. She is constantly in a positive mindset and encouraging her teammates throughout each practice and game. She is a shining star for the Addams softball program.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

Ella’s work habits and her willingness to give to support her teammates to improve their skill level is outstanding.

Keep up the great work, Ella McDonald!

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