Jackie

My son, Jackie, is only 8 years old, but he has already been playing football for four years.

Placed 25th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Jackie 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 son loves waiting of course he gets really emotional and cries whenever he loses, but he loves his friends. He loves everything about football.

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

His coaches for sure also every Steelers player and he watches football 24 seven and said that one day he’ll be drafted

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

What makes me the proud? Is it seeing my son work his hardest and never give up. Seeing him engaged and helping others.

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.