My inspiration and passion for helping others, learning new things and trying new ideas began when I started martial arts.
Beginning my karate journey at 9 years old, I would’ve never imagined being part of the Junior U.S. National Team, a NASKA World Champ, Junior Pan-American Champ and WKF Youth League Medalist by age 17.
As I approach high school graduation in June of 2025, I realize how much martial arts has helped me develop as a person.
My experiences in training and competition have helped me learn to not be afraid to try new things, to speak up and most of all to put forward confidence in all I do. All of these traits are essential for the next major step in my life and towards my goals in education.