Avaline

What do they love most about playing their sport(s)?

She loves all sports because they push her to be her best. Whether it’s playing baseball on an all-boys team, gymnastics surfing, soccer, archery, or whatever sport comes next, she shows up with fearless dedication, a deep love for the game, and a drive to grow. Competition fuels her, but it’s her belief in herself that sets her apart. Every moment is a chance to push limits and prove that greatness comes from heart, hustle, never giving up and never backing down.

Who inspires them—on or off the field—and why?

She was first inspired by pro surfer Bethany Hamilton, who said, “I don’t need easy, I just need possible”—a mantra that drives her not just in surfing, but in every challenge she takes on, on and off the field. Being the only girl on the baseball diamond doesn’t intimidate her—it fuels her fire and reinforces her core belief: “Why not me?” Tell her she can’t, and she’ll show you she can—in sports and in life.

What’s one moment in their athletic journey that makes you proudest?

While it’s fun to watch her catch a wave, hit a bullseye, score a goal, or throw a runner out at second, it’s not one moment that makes me proud—it’s every fearless step she takes. She tackles every challenge with a smile and grit, lifts others with her positivity, unites with her teamwork, and shines brightest when cheering others on. She’s more than an athlete—she’s a leader who plays with heart every single time.