Merrilynn

My daughter is all about soccer. In this time of grief after losing her little sister it's what helps her keep going.

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What do they love most about playing their sport(s)?

She loves blocking and running the ball. She is a great goalie. She has actually took a ball to the face and chipped a tooth but kept playing, earning the nickname ball eater. She enjoys playing defense as well. She can block and steal with the best


Who inspires them—on or off the field—and why?

She gets her inspiration from her late little sister. She always has said I can't give up. She also loves to get help from her aunt whonuse to play soccer.


What’s one moment in their athletic journey that makes you proudest?

Her last season she was bullied by a group of her teammates but as much as she felt like she wasn't good enough because of their bullying, she kept going and never gave up. She plays for a different team this year.

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