Calyx

Because all he wants to do is be outside and play sports. Basketball is his favorite sport. He's had a rough time since the day he was born.

Placed 25th

in their group

Thank you for generously supporting Calyx in this year’s competition. Your support helps empower the V Foundation for Cancer Research and the Why Not You Foundation in their respective missions to save lives and empower today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders.

 

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

He loves the game. He loves the competition. And he loves the sportsmanship. Being on a team and sharing the love for sports


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

Family members. He also likes labron and Kobe


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

The fact that he wanted to play sports without having anyone force him. He was born 8 weeks early. We didn't think he was going to make it. To see him growing up to be a strong healthy young man, is all I need from him!

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