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VYPE 411: Foster's Jasmin Badillo

Jasmin Badillo helped lead Foster to an undefeated District 24-5A title in 2019.

Get to know the Foster soccer star who's soon to take her talents to Alabama A&M.

VYPE: Who has been your biggest influence in your sporting life? And Why?

BADILLO: My parents and family are my biggest influences. They have sacrificed a lot to help me get to where I'm at today.


VYPE: What has been your greatest HS memory so far?

BADILLO: My greatest memory in high school is earning the title of Undefeated District Champions. It is a great accomplishment for my team and I, especially when a lot of people doubted us this season.


VYPE: What made you choose to commit to Alabama A&M?

BADILLO: I chose Alabama because it is a very diverse school/team and strives for excellence from their students in and out of the classroom.


VYPE: What do you see yourself doing in 5 years?

BADILLO: After I get my bachelors degree, I can see myself getting my Masters degree in Kinesiology. I just want to prepare myself for my future job.


VYPE: What advice would you give a younger athlete starting his/her HS career?

BADILLO: My advice for incoming athletes is to always strive to be excellent in everything that you do, but there is always room for improvement. Also, never give up on your dreams, no matter how tough it gets.


VYPE: What do you do outside of sports?

BADILLO: My whole life is based off of soccer really. If I'm not at practice, games or gym, I'm spending as much time as I can with my family and friends before I leave to Alabama.