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Mei Hanaki

2022 | CA: San Diego
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Athleticism + work ethic/grit of national swimmer, Great lax IQ, extremely coachable

I started playing lacrosse in sixth grade have played on a multitude of teams since then: the undefeated Newbury Park Panthers (middle school), Scripps Ranch Falcons (middle school), Pacific Falcons (club), UCHS Centurions (high school), and Coast lacrosse (club). I made the UA All-American West Command ('19) and Highlight teams('20) and also qualified for the National Lacrosse tournament this year. I have been a varsity starter for my high school for two years, with both defense and midfield. I am Varsity Team Captain for the 2021 high school season. I pride myself on my athleticism and quick coachability.

Academically I am in the top 1% of my class. I have an SAT score of 1570 with perfect math. I have straight A's in AP Chem, AP Bio, APES, AP USH, AP World, APEL and College Calculus I/II.

I have been swimming since 6 years old, and continue to do so at a national-level, qualifying for elite regional meets and representing San Diego in selective zones teams. I am on the UCHS varsity Swim & Dive team, and came in 4th in the '19 CIF City Finals for the 100 Butterfly.

My previous athletic experiences include dance (7 years), and martial arts (5 years).

Furthermore, I play 4 instruments: piccolo, flute, french horn, and mellophone. This year I am the Horn section leader and first chair in my high school ensemble. We are the undefeated SoCal Gold Medalists and have broken records for highest score in competitions.

I recently started an online business selling handmade jewelry.

I am the co-founder and business manager of the UC Engineering Club, created to inform and inspire students to pursue STEM careers.

I enjoy the mental and physical challenges that lacrosse presents, with the speed and aggressiveness of the game.
I am always looking to challenge my limits and push myself to the next level, athletically, academically, and artistically.

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Athletics
Honors & Awards:
2x UA All-American 2019, 2020
Varsity lacrosse starter all four years
Varsity Captain 2021 and 2022
UCHS Lacrosse MVP 2021
First Team All City League Honors 2021
Undefeated Conference Champions 2019 and 2022
CIF Playoffs 2019, 2021, 2022
San Diego Lax National Team 2020
Varsity Swim team Freshman and Senior year
4th place 100 fly CIF finish 2019
Top five swimmer in San Diego (Fly, Back, and IM)
San Diego Swim Record Holder
SoCal Gold-Medalist Marching Band 2019 and Silver-Medalist 2018 and 2021
First Chair, Horn Section Leader, and Competition Soloist
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Other HS Sports Played:
Varsity Swim & Dive, Marching Band
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Relevant Lacrosse Accolades:
Under Armour All-American West Command Team 2019 Under Armour All-American West Highlight Team 2020 San Diego National Team 2020 (cancelled for COVID-19) Starting Fr., So., Jr. at High School Varsity Lacrosse UCHS Team Captain 2021 Season Undefeated Conference Champions 2019 First Team All City League Honors 2021

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Coach Contacts
High School:
University City High School
Coach:
Mark Reinhardt
Team Name:
UCHS Centurions
Jersey Number:
19
Club Name:
Coast Lacrosse
Coach:
Rebbeca Kingsbury
Team Name:
Coast LC 2022
Jersey Number:
9

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Academics
GPA (unweighted):
97-100; 4.0; A+
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Mark Reinhardt

Jul 1, 2021

Mei Hanaki (2022) is a phenomenal student athlete. A three-year varsity starter, Mei's maturity and team leadership was demonstrated by her selection as a team captain this, her junior year. In addition to earning team MVP honors this past season, she was also earned San Diego Division 2, City League 1st Team All League honors. Mei is a tenacious midfielder who demonstrates exceptional offensive and defensive skills. She amassed an incredible draw percentage and has been a prolific goal scorer. Her incredible lacrosse accomplishments are evident by her lacrosse bio. Mei would be a fantastic addition to any collegiate program.

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