Deo Dixon's dedication, hard work, focus, talent, and perseverance truly make him the deserving Youth Athlete of the Year.
Thank you for generously supporting Deo 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.
Deo loves playing basketball because it's a exciting sport that enables him to express his creativity, stay shifty on the court. He enjoys the challenge, the camaraderie with friends, teammates, and the support from fans. Currently, he’s documenting his daily journey on social media as he strives to achieve his dream of making it into the Overtime Elite Basketball League and to the NBA.
Ja Morant and LeBron James inspire Deo both on and off the court. Ja’s journey from a smalltown high school player to NBA star, along with Deo’s electrifying style that mirrors Ja’s, shows that perseverance and hard work can overcome any obstacle. LeBron’s leadership and dedication motivate Deo to strive for greatness and make a positive impact, proving that with belief and effort, anything is possible regardless of where you come from.
A proud moment in my son's Deo athletic journey was when he made Cam Wilder's RWE AAU team, becoming the youngest player on the roster. It's inspiring to see his younger brothers and other youths look up to him, recognizing him as a role model. Witnessing him grow into an inspiration for others, I’m proud of his unwavering dedication and daily hard work, as he consistently trains to improve and reach his goals.
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