Lyla Badman
ILL
5’11
2028
MB/OPP
GPA 3.8
about me
ill | rockwood thunder 16 Elite
Club ball has been a rollercoaster to me, I chose to stay local for 3 years at Springfield Shock. My final year, after being moved up from team to team, I finally decided the top team of that club wasn’t enough for me. So, I gave it my all and tried out for a team at Rockwood Thunder two hours away, new start, new girls, big opportunities.
After working on myself all summer long and putting in the reps and time, I made their top team. I think that if younger me were to read that, she would have never thought it was true. I constantly see improvements in my game, in the weight room, and in my mind.
lyla badman
Off the court, I am a motivated student-athlete. I surround myself with the people who bring out the best in me and if I need a laugh, I know who to call.
My interests are usually based off of how I am feeling that day, whether it’s crafting, shopping, or taking walks, I enjoy things in the moment.
I dream of majoring in Nursing and being able to work in the NICU to help little lives grow stronger everyday. I take everyday as a blessing from the Lord, and getting to know Him fully is my passion.
My little sister Emmie, spent weeks in the NICU after being born. We visited her all the time, and eventually she got to come home. Unfortunately, at 3 months old, she was rushed to the hospital due to a bowel obstruction and a few days later she passed away. I will forever remember the support and care those nurses gave her and our family. It is my reason to go into the medical field. After everything, my family began an annual fundraiser and raised over $200,000 for our local children’s hospital and other organizations who are going through situations like ours.
glenwood hs
Before high school, I tried out for my middle school’s team in sixth grade and was cut. It crushed me, but also lit a fire in me that has been burning ever since. 7th grade came around and I hardly step foot on the court. My 8th grade year, I had an incredible coach. She pushed me everyday and I was able to lead my team to the state championship, unfortunately we lost, but it wasn’t all for nothing.
Going into high school I didn’t know what to expect. I wanted a varsity spot, so I trained, day after day, and when tryouts came around I made JV, but a few weeks into the season, the head coach told me I was being pulled up to varsity. The girls were intimidating, but now I see them as my sisters.
My freshman year I didn’t get as much attention or time on the court, but sophomore year I led the team in blocks and was the starting middle.