Jules LaMendola is a senior guard and captain of the Coppell girls basketball team and led her team to the Class 6A state tournament. CHS students voted on the 19 most influential seniors in the graduating class of 2023.
Jules LaMendola: Trailblazer
On and off the court, Coppell High School senior guard Jules LaMendola prioritizes hard work and persistence. As captain of the Coppell girls basketball team, LaMendola helped the Cowgirls advance to the Class 6A state tournament and motivated young athletes to pursue what they are passionate about.
LaMendola hopes to inspire the confidence in girls to strive for greatness despite the adversity they may face in their lives. She thinks with the right amount of passion and commitment, anyone can outwork talent.
“It may be harder for us girls to do some things because of the standards that are set right now,” LaMendola said. “But if we continue to work hard, maybe someday we can change those standards.”
LaMendola draws motivation from her love of the process—the journey as opposed to the destination. She focuses on how she is going to achieve her goals rather than stressing about the outcome, which allows her to put the greatest effort into all of her work.
Looking to the future, LaMendola plans to have a professional career in sports, whether that be in sports management or sideline reporting. Next year, LaMendola will play basketball at Indiana University.
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