Samantha Martinez

• Baldwin High School / Grade 12

• GPA: 4.019 (AP European history, English at UH-MC)

• SPORTS: Softball

• FAMILY: Juan Martinez and Kristy Bugtong of Wailuku

• ACTIVITIES: HOSA, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Model UN Club

• FUTURE PLANS: Studying physical therapy at Corban University

• SPORTS LESSONS: “As an athlete, there’s no words how to explain the feeling of having a community that supports you and being able to have fun with your teammates every day. I enjoy the experiences of meeting new people and having opportunities that await (scholarship).”

* Sports Spotlight students are selected by school administrators and athletic officials from Maui County high schools and these profiles are compiled by the advertising department of The Maui News. Alexander & Baldwin makes a $200 donation in honor of each student athlete to their high school’s athletic fund. Each school year, 84 students are recognized.