Marissa

True definition of if you want ityou will fight for it, courageous and intelligent she proves everybody wrong because of her size.

Placed 43rd

in their group

Thank you for supporting Marissa 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)?

That she gets to make friends that she normally wouldn’t and travel because of a sport she loves.

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

“My mom, because she played for 16 years and then coached me for 6. I have seen her go through everything to make sure i have anything i need for my sport “

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

That she got so many negative comments because of her size, but she ended up being the fastest and hardest player, an played with a broken ankle and torn ligament, and dislocated hip. She truly is a team player not just for herself but for others. She wants to see everyone win!

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.