She shows up—rain or shine. Balances training, top grades, and chores with discipline, grit, and a deep love for the game.
You decide who will be named Youth Athlete of the Year, featured in a 3BRAND ad in Sports Illustrated, and take home $25,000
She loves the thrill of the game, the bond with teammates, and how basketball pushes her to grow stronger—physically and mentally. It gives her confidence and purpose, and she says it’s where she feels most alive and free to dream big.
She draws inspiration from her mother, who models strength, perseverance, and quiet determination. Watching how her mom handles life’s challenges with grace motivates her to give her best in all things-on the court, in the classroom, and beyond.
Just two weeks after undergoing surgery, she returned to practice-focused and driven. In only two years of playing basketball, she’s earned multiple MVPs, been named Athlete of the Year, and received academic gold medals. That comeback moment revealed not just talent, but extraordinary resilience.
Vote for Ella to become the Youth Athlete of the Year while supporting two great causes! Cast your free daily vote below, or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation—supporting the V Foundation for Cancer Research and Why Not You Foundation.
Limited-time: 2X votes ends on Wed 8/27 at 9PM PDT
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