Amaya

Amaya turned 11 in August and was selected w/ 30 other Canadians to attend next spring's elite camp in Portugal.

Placed 26th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Amaya in this competition. Your participation made a huge impact for the Why Not You Foundation and their mission to empower change in the world, one individual at a time and one child at a time.

What is Youth Athlete of the Year?

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

Being with her team. She loves cheering on her teammates.

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

Her Uncle. He played semi-pro soccer in Canada, went to the World Cup of Beach Soccer and represented the country in Brazil.

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

Being selected to go to Portugal in spring 2027 for the benfica elite training camp.

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.