My daughter demonstrates what it truly means to be a dedicated athlete, and teammate. She works hard on perfecting her craft.
Thank you for supporting Jalayah 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 is Youth Athlete of the Year?
Learn MoreShe loves the feeling of competing, challenging myself, and being part of a team that works toward the same goal. Softball has taught her that success isn’t just about winning it’s about putting in the work, learning from mistakes, and continuing to grow. She loves the friendships made through the sport and the feeling of knowing she gave everything she had every time I stepped on the field.
“My family inspires me the most because they have always supported me encouraged me, and pushed me to believe in myself They remind me to keep going when things get difficult and to never take my opportunities for granted My coaches and teammates also inspire me because they challenge me to become a better athlete, teammate, and person every day”
“One of the things I’m most proud of is learning that I can overcome obstacles that come my way There have been moments when softball has challenged me physically and mentally, but I’ve continued to work, stay determined , and push forward Those experiences have made me stronger and taught me that setbacks don’t define me but how I react and respond does.”
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.
