At McAllen High School, senior Elizabeth Ford — better known as Ellie — is known for her drive on and off the field.

“I'm involved in BPA — I recently became vice-president — I’m in mock trial, student council, and I play girls varsity soccer,” Ellie said.

Ellie is a four-year varsity soccer player who helped the Lady Bulldogs reach the elite eight in 2022. But soccer isn't just a sport for her, it's part of who she is.

“I love it. I've played it since I was a little baby," Ellie said. “I love running up and down and scoring a lot of goals."

When she's not scoring goals, Ellie is chasing new ones.

From Business Professionals of America to mock trial, Ellie is getting a head start on her future by exploring both law and business.

“I'm really choosing between business and law to study

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