Antonio Draughn Jr. is more than an athlete. Through adversity, he kept showing up, pushing forward and refusing to quit. That's a champion!
You decide who will be named Youth Athlete of the Year to take home $25,000 and represent 3Brand in Sports Illustrated and on CBS
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Learn MoreAntonio loves the competition, brotherhood, and the chance to prove that hard work pays off. Football gives him a place to turn adversity into motivation. He loves pushing himself beyond his limits, contributing to his team, and knowing every practice, every play, and every challenge is preparing him for something greater.
Antonio is inspired by the people who have stood beside him through both victories and difficult seasons. His family, coaches, and teammates remind him that character matters just as much as talent. Their belief in him pushes him to keep working, stay focused, lead by example, and never allow what he has endured to determine where he is going.
My proudest moment isn’t one touchdown, tackle, or game it’s watching Antonio become a senior and still be standing strong. He has endured challenges that could have caused him to give up, but he kept showing up, working, and believing. Watching him turn adversity into determination while continuing to compete and lead makes me prouder than any statistic ever could.
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