Genesis

My child is very gifted athletically but I’m most impressed by her teamwork , sportsmanship , leadership ability , and her focus

Placed 14th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Genesis 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)?

My daughter started playing sports to bond with her friends but ended up loving the games she played so much , she began to take things a lot more serious.

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

I believe I’m a big influence on her athletic nature (dad). We workout together , look for ways to improve together and she’s starting to be receptive to me training her .

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

I had two moments . She’s a volleyball champion. She scored nine goals in the final match . But the year before her team lost the same game and she shed tears but kept her head high and encouraged her teammates to do the same thing.

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.