Mikaela

She’s only 12 and is 6 ft tall, was teased a lot for her height yet excelled in basketball, winning 3 league championships with her team.

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

She loves the camaraderie and team spirit of the team and coaches. It uplifts her and she feels motivated to be better in the sport and life in general.


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

My wife and I try our best to model working hard, being consistent and not giving up. She looks up to her grandma, aunts and uncles who are very supportive of her in all she does and inspires her.


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

When from not scoring anything one game to the next couple games scoring and playing good defense to being player of the game of the tournament.

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