Thank you for generously supporting Hayden 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.
I love soccer because it’s fun and exciting. I get to work with my team, learn to trust others, and push myself to do better. It’s not just about winning—it’s about playing together and having fun. I’ve also made awesome friends from other schools. Soccer brings people together and makes me feel like I’m part of something big. That’s why I love it!
My family inspires me a lot, both on and off the soccer field. They always cheer me on, no matter what, and tell me to never give up. When I play, I try my best because I want to make them proud. At home, they help me work hard and be kind. They teach me that being a good teammate and a good person is just as important as winning.
Saving every goal in that soccer game was the proudest moment of my 12-year-old life. With every dive, block, and catch, I felt unstoppable. My teammates cheered, and even the coach couldn't stop smiling. That day, I proved to myself—and everyone else—that I could rise to the challenge and be the hero.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like Youth Athlete of the Year, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.