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Hobbies and interests
Baseball
Athletic Training
Biomedical Sciences
Biology
Business And Entrepreneurship
Calisthenics
Coaching
Economics
Finance
Exercise And Fitness
Exercise Science
Mentoring
Marketing
Physical Therapy
Physiology
Research
Sleeping
Spanish
Sports
Reading
Biography
Economics
Education
Health
Philosophy
Psychology
Sports and Games
I read books daily
Aidan McDaniel
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Aidan McDaniel
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Running. Jumping. Any chance I could get my legs on, I’d be moving. Kids have a natural urge to exercise, and by using muscles over time, simple movements translate to crucial athletic progression. I made this connection when I began playing high school baseball and immersed myself in the biomechanics of the human body. As I drafted my IB Extended Essay on plyometric exercise in baseball, I thought back to when I’d do the same simple, repetitive movements as a kid that engaged my muscles, like running and jumping. But, this recollection also reminded me of the economic struggle faced by those who couldn’t afford the luxury of travel baseball or better coaching, despite having the same or greater passion than most at their age.
Because of this, I want to grow in my knowledge of the human body and empower all individuals in my community to reach their highest athletic potential. To do this, I will employ the practices of rehabilitation, sports management, and strength training. Working to build these facilities, I will own and operate my business as an entrepreneur and coach for my clients. I am seeking to become a Doctor in Osteopathic Medicine and obtain a Master in Business Administration, and then become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist to deepen my understanding further. With this knowledge as a foundation, my passion for baseball, and my commitment to see all athletes progress, my athletes can grow through high-quality education and coaching — with no worry about cost. I’d love to partner with you as I impact athletes nationwide, one jump at a time.
Education
Monte Vista Christian High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
- Human Biology
Career
Dream career field:
Health, Wellness, and Fitness
Dream career goals:
To create a business establishing athletic training and physical rehabilitation facilities, fueled by a passions for patient care and baseball.
Student
Monte Vista Christian High School2021 – Present3 yearsStudent Athletic Trainer Intern
Monte Vista Christian School2023 – 20241 yearPool Attendant and Interim Bellman
Seascape Resort2023 – 2023Base and Home Plate Umpire
Aptos Little League2021 – Present3 years
Sports
Baseball
Varsity2023 – Present1 year
Awards
- Outstanding Character
Baseball
Junior Varsity2021 – 20232 years
Awards
- Team Captain
- Golden Glove
Research
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - Extended Essay — Writer and Researcher2023 – Present
Arts
Monte Vista Christian School
Graphic Art2022 – 2023Monte Vista Christian School
Photography2022 – 2023
Public services
Volunteering
Key Club — Connected 20+ club members with ongoing community service events in Santa Cruz County and within school, organized five on and off-campus events, attracting 45 attendees and benefiting Santa Cruz County Parks, Second Harvest Food Bank, and local churches2023 – PresentVolunteering
Fellowship of Christian Athletes — Founded and managed a 20+ member student organization that seeks to bring Christian Athletes in community with each other and to apply Biblical principles to sport, coordinated planning of guest speakers2023 – PresentVolunteering
Monte Vista Christian School — Toured prospective families in over twelve on-campus events, guided groups of over 20+ students around campus and gave answers to questions regarding school details2022 – PresentVolunteering
Pacific Coast Therapists — Guided 30 patients through rehabilitation exercise routines, observed and applied techniques of therapists during manual modality, organized patient agendas for 5 physical therapists2023 – PresentVolunteering
First Baptist Church Watsonville — Operated computer softwares such as ProPresenter, PTZOptics, Vimeo, oversaw networks for English and Spanish speaking audiences, operated slideshows for 100+ members weekly2020 – PresentVolunteering
Aptos Little League — Assisting little league coaches in managing practices for 20 kids, giving insight to players and coaches on effective biomechanics and implementing drills/routines to maximize output2023 – Present