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Earning a Division I scholarship is a significant achievement that requires dedication, hard work, and talent. It's evident that you've put in the work to reach this level, and your commitment to both your academics and basketball career at Princeton is commendable. Coaches value not only your athletic abilities but also your character and commitment to being a team player. Keep up the good work, and continue to showcase your skills and academic prowess – it's clear that you have what it takes to succeed at the Division I level.

Mari Bickley | Princeton Basketball

So the biggest thing is just if you , if you need help with something , definitely don't be afraid to ask . I would say to an athlete that's trying to earn a division one scholarship for their sport . The biggest thing I would say is having confidence in yourself .

Mari Bickley | Princeton Basketball

So NIO experience , one of my first actually that um I experienced that was pretty good for me was a deal that I had with my entire team . Um my basketball team , we made it to the March Madness tournament . And with that , we um I offered a deal to post a picture of ourselves in a team environment empowering women .

Mari Bickley | Princeton Basketball

Um That's a big thing . And I would also say just putting in the work when you , when you put in the work , it really does show and it also shows when you don't put in the work and playing a division one sport is definitely not easy . It's not for everybody , it's definitely not easy .

Mari Bickley | Princeton Basketball

So the biggest thing I learned , which is paying attention to like the smallest little things and seeing the result and how they help you on the court was the biggest thing I picked up . So the way I balance academics with , um my basketball career , honestly , it just planning in advance . Um I really had to learn how to make a schedule days before because we have our basketball schedule already .

Mari Bickley | Princeton Basketball

So your mom , your coaches , your parents , like si siblings , teammates just , just relying on the support system you already have . So what led to me deciding to commit to Princeton was um just the best of both worlds honestly . Um Obviously many , you know , that Princeton is like one of the best academic schools um in the country .