Raquel leads with grit and grace—showing young athletes that true success comes from hard work, discipline, and character.
You decide who will be named Youth Athlete of the Year, featured in a 3BRAND ad in Sports Illustrated, and take home $25,000
Raquel loves how tennis pushes her to grow — not just as an athlete, but as a person. She thrives on the intensity of competition, the strategy behind every point, and the discipline it takes to improve. The court is where she feels most alive — focused, free, and fully herself. Whether she’s training at sunrise or fighting through a tough match, she finds joy in the challenge and purpose in the process. Tennis is her passion, her outlet, and her greatest teacher.
Raquel finds inspiration in the pros — she studies their unique styles, notices the smallest details, and brings those lessons into her own game. But more than anyone, she’s inspired by her own journey. She may not fully realize it yet, but the resilience, discipline, and quiet determination she shows each day are what truly push her forward. Her growth, both on and off the court, is her greatest source of inspiration.
My proudest moments in this journey aren’t tied to wins or losses, but to how she carries herself—especially when faced with disrespectful opponents. She responds with poise, grace, and a quiet resilience that reminds me this path is about so much more than trophies. Watching her meet setbacks with humility and determination, I see that she’s not just building a tennis career—she’s becoming a leader and a powerful example for others to follow.
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