Her perseverance to meet her goals despite the many obstacles she’s overcome is inspirational. She loves proving people wrong
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 MoreShe loves the challenge of the sport and the competition she’s faced with. The ability to surpass expectations is what fuels her!
Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier inspire her because of their dedication and love for the sport as well as their ability to persevere through unexpected challenges or hurdles
When she qualified for Arctic Winter Games (not once but twice) and not only came home with gold medals each time, but she also came home with a personal best score competing on an international stage.
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