Ryder

Ryder always has a baseball in his hand ! He is a pitcher and 3rd base he has a great attitude and is a very coachable straight A student !

Placed 11th

in their group

Thank you for generously supporting Ryder in this year’s competition. Your support helps empower the V Foundation for Cancer Research and the Why Not You Foundation in their respective missions to save lives and empower today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders.

 

In Partnership With

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

His favorite is baseball ! He says his favorite is the mental aspect of trying to figure out how to get stikes and to also throw hittable balls ! he can throw 6 different pitches ! ! His second favorite is football ! He plays center right now ! He likes the high energy and being apart of the team ! The 3rd sport he does is wrestling he has wrestled since the 1st grade in a travel wrestling club! He is 12 now and he won States this year he is the 12u heavy weight champion in Virginia !


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

His dad is his biggest inspiration! He has the best dad who is tough on him but also brings him up as well as supports anything he does .


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

I love to watch him pitch ! He is always smiling but when he pitches he turns into a totally different kid! Just to see the passion and the effort he puts in amazes me everyday !

Powered by Colossal

Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like Youth Athlete of the Year, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.


Learn More