Noah

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

What I love most about playing football is the camaraderie and the competition. There’s nothing like stepping onto the field with your teammates, knowing you're all fighting for the same goal. The adrenaline, the strategy, the physical challenge it pushes you to your limits. But it's also about the brotherhood, the friendships you build in the locker room and on the field. That bond is special, and it’s something you carry with you long after the game is over.

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

The person who inspires me the most is my mom. She’s a single parent, and she works nonstop sometimes two jobs just so I can go to a good school and chase my dreams. She sacrifices so much without ever complaining, and that pushes me to work harder every day, whether it’s in the classroom or on the field. When I feel tired or like giving up, I just think about everything she’s done for me. I play this game not just for me, but for her because I want to make her proud

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

One moment that makes me the proudest was when I scored my first touchdown in a big game during my first year on the team. I had worked so hard in practice, and I remember looking up in the stands and seeing my mom cheering. She had just come from work and was still in her uniform, but she made it in time. That moment reminded me why I play for her, for all the sacrifices she’s made, and to prove to myself that I belong out there. It wasn’t just about the points it was about the journey to get