Derrion

Hello, this is My Grandson Derrion Hardy. He’s been through a lot his mom was addicted to drugs. He’s been in foster care for a while still

Placed 39th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Derrion 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)?

I love playing football because it’s something I’m really passionate about. I love competing, making plays, being with my teammates, and pushing myself to get better every day.

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

My grandma inspires me the most. She’s always been there for me and supports me no matter what. She’s been through a lot but still stays strong, and that makes me want to work hard and never give up.

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

I’m most proud of my freshman football season. I worked hard, made big plays, and had multiple interceptions. It showed me that all the work I put in was paying off and made me want to keep getting better.

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