Nalaya

She was All State honorable mention in basketball and won districts, all state in track 2nd in 400 and SR, all region soccer fwd 32 goals

Placed 42nd

in their group

Thank you for supporting Nalaya 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.

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

She loves to compete and prove people wrong. Always doubted.

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

Her dad cuz he came from the bottom. He pushes her, praises her, encourages her, builds her, motivates her, believes in her.

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

Never giving up! Never complaining about the work. Does more than what’s asked.

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