Charise

Charise is a determined and goal-oriented individual who overcomes obstacles, achieves success, and inspires others to reach their goals.

Placed 10th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Charise 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 do they love most about playing their sport(s)?

She excels at wrestling while developing self-discipline, confidence, a sense of accomplishment, and strong camaraderie with her team and others throughout the organization.

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

Simone Biles, Taylor Whiting, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and her Grandpa.

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

Charise’s strength, dedication, fight and willingness to help others, never giving up. Her success & over all growth. Also, her qualifying for State championships this year!

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.