Diego Saldana

To obtain admission to the University of Texas at Austin at McCombs School of Business, seeking a Bachelor's of Arts in Finance.

HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY BOYS SOCCER CAPTAIN (2023,2024) 3 hrs daily, 4-6 weeks per year.

• Led my team to a state championship victory my senior year as captain.
  
• Balanced academics, athletics, and leadership responsibilities effectively.
  
• Organized practices or strategies and ensured everyone was aligned on goals.
• Set the tone for hard work and dedication in practices and games.

MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL HISPANIC INSTITUTE CROSS EXAMINATION TEAM (2021)(3 hrs 1 per week, 2-4 weeks per year.)

• Qualified for the "ELITE" (semifinals) and led TIP of Texas to win GDX2021.
• Debated passionately and will apply everything I learned into my future professional practices.

NATIONAL HISPANIC INSTITUTE CROSS EXAMINATION COACH (2022,2023)4 hrs 1 per week, 2-4 weeks per year.

• Worked with the head coach to pinpoint the weaknesses and strengths of participants to guide them and help them adapt to training participants virtually.
• Curated activities to enable the participants to enrich their public speaking abilities.
• Coached the team in multiple strategies to create winning debates, building team communication skills and strengthening each member with 3-hour-long practice sessions.
• Taught participants how to speak with confidence, volume, and conciseness.
• Engaged participants in ethical and professional debates on the importance of Latinx youth leaders creating a vision for building community equity.

2024 ALL METRO MOST VALUABLE PLAYER - Issued by TAPPS in May 2024

• Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) All-Metro Most Valuable Player, awarded May 17, 2024, for exceptional leadership and performance in leading the varsity soccer team to a state championship victory

2024 VARSITY BOYS 4X100 RELAY STATE QUALIFIER - Issued by TAPPS in April 2024

• Qualified for the 2024 Varsity Boys 4x100 Relay State Championship, showcasing teamwork, dedication, and resilience through consistent performance and leadership during training and competition

2024 ALL STATE FIRST TEAM - Issued by TAPPS in March 2024

• Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) All-State First Team honors, 2024 – Recognized for exceptional performance, leadership, and dedication as a standout athlete in high school varsity soccer, contributing to the team’s state championship victory.

2024 WINTER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP ALL TOURNAMENT HONORS - Issued by TAPPS in March 2024

• Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) All-Tournament Honors for leading my team to victory in the 2024 Winter Boys Soccer State Championship (Division II); recognized as the tournament's best player for outstanding performance and leadership.

2024 WINTEER SOCCER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP BOYS DIVISSION II - Issued by TAPPS in March 2024

• Trained my high school varsity soccer team as Captain in the 2024 TAPPS Division 2 State Championship and led the team to victory through strategic leadership, effective communication, and fostering team unity while organizing practices and motivating teammates.

2024 VARSITY SOCCER REGIONAL CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in March 2024

• Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Regional Championship Winner, Led varsity soccer team to victory for the third year in a row as captain in 2024, exemplifying strategic decision-making and collaboration.

2024 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER DISTRICT CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in February 2024

• High School Varsity Soccer Team Captain - Successfully led the team to win the district championship in senior year exemplifying strong leadership and teamwork skills.

2024 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER AREA CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in February 2024

• High School Varsity Soccer Team Captain - Achieved the 2024 Boys Soccer Area Championship through effective leadership and strategic teamwork.

2023 VARSITY SOCCER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RUNNER-UP - Issued by TAPPS in March 2023

2023 VARSITY SOCCER REGIONAL CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in March 2023

• Led high school varsity soccer team to victory in the 2023 Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Regional Championship, demonstrating teamwork, strategic leadership, and perseverance as a junior for the second consecutive year.

2023 ALL DISTRICT HONORS FIRST TEAM - Issued by TAPPS in March 2023

• 2023 All-District Honors First Team awarded for leadership and exceptional performance as varsity soccer team captain contributing to team success through strategic gameplay and dedication.

2023 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER DISTRICT CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in March 2023

• Assisted my high school varsity soccer team to win the 2023 district championship as a junior. Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and strategic decision-making, contributing to a historic season for our school.

2023 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER AREA CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in February 2023

• Assisted my high school varsity soccer team to win the 2023 Area Championship as a junior, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and dedication both on and off the field to achieve this significant milestone.

2022 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER STATE RUNNER UP 2022 - Issued by TAPPS in March 2022

• Earned the 2022 Varsity Boys Soccer State Runner-Up title as a sophomore in my first year on the team. Contributed to the team's success through dedication, teamwork, and adaptability, competing against top talent in the state and gaining valuable leadership experience.

2022 VARSITY SOCCER REGIONAL CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in March 2022

• Assisted my high school soccer team to win the TAPPS Regional Championship in March 2022 during my first year on varsity as a sophomore, demonstrating resilience, teamwork, and strategic play under pressure.

2022 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER DISTRICT CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in March 2022

• Assisted my high school soccer team to win the district championship during my first year on varsity. Demonstrated resilience, teamwork, and leadership as a key player, contributing to a historic season for our school.

2022 VARSITY BOYS SOCCER AREA CHAMPION - Issued by TAPPS in February 2022

• Achieved Area Championship as a sophomore in my first year on varsity soccer (2022). Contributed to the team's success through dedication, teamwork, and perseverance, showcasing leadership and adaptability in a competitive environment.

NATIONAL HISPANIC INSTITUTE GRAND DEBATE 2021 CHAMPION (TIP OF TEXAS) - Issued by National Hispanic Institute in June 2021.

• Qualified for the "ELITE 8" (semifinals) and led TIP of Texas to win GDX2021.

CAPTAIN OF THE BOYS VARSITY SOCER TEAM (2023,2024) 3-6 hrs daily per week, 9 weeks per year.

• led my team to victory in the 2024 Winter Boys Soccer State Championship (Division II); recognized as the tournament's best player for outstanding performance and leadership.
• Consistently excelled in competitive events and training sessions while effectively managing academic commitments

MEMBER OF THE BOYS VARSITY SOCCER TEAM (2021,2022,2023,2024) 3-6 hrs daily per week, 9 weeks per year.

• Varsity Starting Player, contributed to team success from sophomore year through senior year.

MEMBER OF THE VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD TEAM (2023,2024) 3-4 hrs daily 4x per week, 9 weeks per year.

• Qualified for the State Championship in the 4x100 Meter Boys Relay.
• Performed consistently at a high level in practice and competitions while balancing academics, with the ability to replicate success.

MEMBER OF ACTIVE MINDS CLUB (2022,2023,2024) 1 hr per week, 9 weeks a year.

Organization focused on mental health awareness and advocacy among college students. Joining or leading an Active Minds chapter or participating in their activities requires various skills related to mental health, communication, and organization.

• Utilized personal understanding of mental health issues, including common disorders, stigma reduction, and the importance of seeking help.
• Actively listened to individuals sharing their mental health experiences without judgment and with empathy.

MEMBER OF UNICEF CLUB (2022,2023,2024) 1-2 hrs bi-weekly, 9 weeks per year.

Participating in a UNICEF club, which focuses on advocating for children's rights and supporting UNICEF's mission, requires a diverse set of skills and qualities.

• Commitment to promoting and protecting the rights and well-being of children worldwide.
• Advocated for child rights at local, national, and international levels, including engaging with policymakers.
• Organized and planned events to coordinate fundraisers, awareness campaigns, and educational events.
• Established connections with local organizations, UNICEF representatives, and other advocacy groups to broaden the impact of my club.

ASSISTED LIVING  IN BROWNSVILLE NURSING AND REHABILITATING CENTER   (2021,2022,2023)  2 hrs.

• Walked with and cared for patients

VOLUNTEER AT CENTRO DE ESPECIALIDADES MÉDICO QUIRÚGICAS DE MATAMOROS, S.C  (2023) 

4 hrs.

• Assisted the secretary and aided the children who were there in making sure they were comfortable and not afraid.

BEAUTIFICATON VOLUNTEER AT SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY (2023) 2-4 hrs

• Landscaped and helped beautify the holy labyrinth on the school campus.

MADE SANDWICHES AT SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY FOR THE HOMELESS (2023,2024)1 hr

PREPARED FOOD BUNDLES FOR FAMILIES IN NEED AT WORKS OF MERCY (2023,2024) 2 hrs

PARTICIPATED IN VARIOUS BEACH CAMPUSES CLEANUPS AT SOUTH PADRE ISLAND (2022,2023,2024) 2-5 hrs per event

KICKBALL EVENT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (2024) 3 hrs per week, 1 week per year

• Assisted and supervised children with special needs in engaging in a fun and athletic activity at the West Brownsville Little League Park.

SERVICE THROUGH THE ARTS (S.T.A) - (2024) 3-4 hrs, 2 week per year

• Volunteered at the library reading to kids and guiding them in several arts and crafts activities. (3-4 hrs, 1 week per year)
• Made and donated gift baskets to the Children's Hospital (12) (2-3 hrs, 1 week per year)