You decide who will be named Youth Athlete of the Year, featured in a 3BRAND ad in Sports Illustrated, and take home $25,000
1. The camaraderie - being part of a team where everyone works together toward a common goal builds trust and strong bonds. 2. The competition - that adrenaline rush of facing off against opponents, pushing his limits, and testing his skills. 3. The strategy - football isn't just physical; it's deeply tactical. Reading plays, making split-second decisions, and outsmarting the other team adds a whole other layer. 4. The discipline -training hard, staying focused while building character.
Zach Martin inspires me both on and off the field. On the field, he's one of the most consistent and dominant offensive linemen in the NFL. His work ethic, discipline, and technique show what it means to be a true professional. He doesn't always get the spotlight, but he plays one of the most important roles on the team, and he does it at an elite level year after year. Off the field, what inspires me most is his leadership and humility. He's not a flashy player-he leads by example.
What makes me most proud in my child's athletic journey isn't just the wins or the big plays-it's the growth I've seen along the way. I'm proud of his work ethic, how he show up to practice even when it's tough, how he push himself to get better, and how he handle both success and setbacks with maturity. I've seen him learn what it means to be part of a team, to lead by example, and to support others even when things don't go their way. Watching him grow in confidence, discipline.
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