She is an elite athlete, a stellar student, and a role model who leads with integrity, grace, and a relentless drive to succeed.
Thank you for supporting Maksine 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 MoreThe field is where I feel most at home. It’s the one place where distractions disappear and I can focus entirely on competing, learning, and growing. I welcome challenges, knowing they are opportunities to transform weaknesses into strengths and emerge as a stronger athlete, teammate, and person.
My parents inspire me because they have taught me that success is earned through hard work, resilience, and integrity. They encourage me to pursue excellence while staying humble, treating others with respect, and never giving up when things get difficult. Their example reminds me that character matters more than trophies.
Maksine was offered a scholarship to play softball at University of Indianapolis. We are so proud of her because we know the years of dedication, hard work, drive and perseverance that it took to reach this goal. It’s a dream come true for her, and as parents, nothing makes you more proud than witnessing your child achieve what they have worked so hard to attain.
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.
