<p>If you didn’t play it during high school, I don’t think it counts.</p>
<p>I’m not sure you’d be able to change your intended major now, but you can give it a shot. I don’t think they’re going to make judgments about your character, as those who hear your case are not going to be the same ones deciding whether you get in.</p>
<p>It’s possible that you could use this as a basis of appeal if you don’t get in. However, remember that at least for Berkeley, you need new and compelling information for a good appeal. I’m not sure how compelling that information is.</p>