Wyandotte softball coach Joe Chlipala calls Emma Jordan an elite “plug-and-play” player, meaning she can play anywhere on the field flawlessly. And “plug and play” also is the perfect description for how the Wyandotte senior has approached high school – in fact, it’s probably easier to list all the things she’s not involved in at Roosevelt.

A three-sport athlete (softball, volleyball, basketball), Jordan is class treasurer, Key Club treasurer, DECA vice president of membership, National Honor Society secretary, along with many other activities – all while carrying a 4.07 GPA (top 10 in class).

Getting involved and making a difference is just who she is.

“Ever since eighth grade, one of my teachers told me that, ‘it’s not about what you do, it’s about what you leave,’” she said. “And I have lived by that ever since. I have 14 extracurriculars, and in each one of them I try my hardest to make an impact. Wherever I go, I aim to leave a legacy of always pushing yourself and never being okay with being average.”

She certainly isn’t average on the softball field. During her junior season, Jordan posted an impressive .360 batting average with 27 hits, 12 RBIs and nine stolen bases.

But it’s more than just putting up numbers.

“Emma brings leadership, toughness and consistency every single day,” Chlipala said. “Her ability to get on base, create pressure with her speed and handle multiple defensive positions makes her invaluable to our lineup.”

Jordan can’t wait to get into the batter’s box for her senior year.

“The expectation for the upcoming season is to be our best,” she said. “We have all the skills that we could need, the best support systems and facilities to use to come out on top in our league and bring home a district title.”

Wyandotte softball has a proud history with a trophy case of accomplishments, and Jordan believes the success comes before the first pitch is thrown.

“The only reason you should be scared in a game is because you didn’t prepare enough,” she said. “We look at it like studying for a test. For us, we study in the classroom watching film, in the weight room getting stronger and of course, on the field. Through all the work that we put in before the game, we are able to walk into each and every game knowing that we came prepared and now we can just go out and have fun.”

Emma, 17, is the daughter of Dawn and Tom Jordan, and played volleyball for two years (earning Academic All-State honors) and basketball, where she brings energy and leadership every time she steps on the floor. She currently plays travel softball for Turnin2 after playing on USA Prime for a year and Michigan Renegades for five years.

Jordan is committed to continue playing softball and her studies at the collegiate level with Capital University in Bexley, Ohio.

“I am going to be majoring in business management and doing ROTC,” said Jordan, who chose Capital because it felt like home. “From the academics, people and the softball program, everything that I need and wanted is there.”

What also is there are more chances to better herself.

“I believe the only way to truly fail is by putting yourself in an environment that allows for it,” she said. “Losing is not failing if you learn from it and that’s how I go through life.”