My child is the youth athlete of the year because he is dedicated to playing football. He shows up to practice ready to work and develop.
Thank you for generously supporting Jason 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.
What I love most about playing my sport is the way it pushes me beyond my limits physically, mentally, and emotionally. Every time I step onto the field, it teaches me resilience, teamwork, and discipline. But more than anything, it’s the feeling of being part of something bigger than myself – a team, a goal, a dream. Whether we win or lose, I walk away stronger, more focused, and more in love with the journey.
The person who inspires me most on and off the field is my dad and mom. On the field, they taught me to lead by example to play with passion, respect, and purpose. Off the field, they show me what true character looks like: staying humble in success, strong in failure, and kind always. Their dedication, sacrifices, and belief in me push me to be better every day – not just as an athlete, but as a person.
The proudest moment in my athletic journey was when I made the game-saving tackle in the final seconds of a match. The other team broke through our defense and it was just me and their fastest player. Everything slowed down — I trusted my training, took the right angle, and made the hit. The whistle blew, and we won. That tackle wasn't just about stopping a play it was about stepping up when my team needed me most. In that moment, I proved to myself that I could stay calm under pressure.
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