James

What do they love most about playing their sport(s)?

What my son loves most about playing football is being out there with his teammates, having fun, and getting better every time he steps on the field. He loves the excitement of making a big play, scoring a touchdown, making a tackle, or even just doing his job to help his team. But more than anything, he loves being part of a team and feeling like he belongs. At 7 years old, football is about the smiles, the competition, the friendships, and the feeling of putting on that helmet and getting out

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

What inspires my son both on and off the field is the people around him who believe in him and encourage him to always do his best. On the field, his coaches and teammates inspire him to work hard, listen, never give up, and be a good teammate. He looks up to football players who show strength, determination, and leadership. Off the field, his family is his biggest inspiration. He wants to make the people who love him proud and learns from the examples they set for him. At only 7 years old, he i

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

Seeing my son work his hardest and playing his hardest And seeing him tackle kids and then proceed to help them up after even if they're on the opposing team