Juan has applied to attend US Sports Nike Soccer Camps this summer and is raising funds for his program fees. Can you help?
Juan
Juan
Interest:
Athletics
Grade:
9th
School:
Lighthouse Community Charter High School
Location:
Oakland, California
Successfully funded on April 16th, 2018!
Fully funded!
$675 raised
$0 to go
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Juan
Juan's Story

My passion is soccer.

I feel in love with the sport when I was a little kid and my parents put me onto soccer. My dad took me to the park to play soccer and get better. Most of the time, I watch soccer for fun. My favorite team is Guadalajara Chivas. Most of my family likes soccer, and they support me as much as they can. I always felt I can get better in soccer. For my free time, I go outside on the grass and make a goal for myself for how much juggles I can do without dropping the ball. The thing I like most about soccer is the teamwork and how we get along with each other.

US Sports Nike Soccer Camp will help me in many ways including improving my soccer skills and speed. I want to be a professional soccer player someday. One day, I want to be one of the best professional soccer players. I hope to build my stamina and stay active over the summer. I want to train to have better dribbling skills, passing, and shooting and make my school soccer team.

Alan
A Note from Mr. Ellis, Juan's Mentor

Juan is extremely interested in pursuing soccer despite growing up in an urban area without access to the soccer programs many other youth have. He is dedicated to improving his skills, maintaining his health, and understanding the game. When he has free time he loves to discuss soccer, players, and tactics. In the evenings and weekends he likes to either play or practice soccer even if he is not practicing or playing in a game as part of a team.

Juan is an excellent candidate for the US Sports Nike Soccer Camp. Juan works twice as hard in class and always maintains a positive attitude while approaching any obstacles in his way. He never gets down on himself or feels like he can't do something. Juan inspires me with the effort, positivity, and resilience he brings to school and his other passions, like soccer, every single day of his life.

Campaign Activity
Juan
Juan posted an update
May 4
Attending the soccer program

Thank you again for donating to my campaign! I will attend the Nike soccer camp July 7 and it will end July 10. I am looking forward to it.

Success! Mr. Ellis helped Juan raise $675
April 16
Monica Vora donated $11
April 16
Gonzales Family donated $25
April 14

GO Juan! We're rooting for you!
(P.S. Mr. Ellis, you ROCK!)

Claire Bo donated $10
April 13

We believe in you, Juan! Best wishes from your fan club in Zambia!

Scott and Judy Kramer donated $25
April 12

We wish Juan the best in his future endeavors.

Robert Ellis donated $50
April 12
Anonymous donated $25
April 11
Bob and Anna donated $25
April 11

Work hard, have fun and best of luck with your goals in soccer..

Kay Denike donated $25
April 11

Go get 'em Juan! I am proud of you and all your hard work and determination. Good job Mr. Ellis in being a mentor to Juan.

Andrew Jo donated $25
April 11
Anonymous donated $30
April 11
Gayle Ellis donated $25
April 10
Priya Mehta donated $25
April 10
Tom Aiello donated $25
April 10
Sara Perry donated $25
April 10

Have fun and never give up!! ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️

Ken & Carlene Pedersen donated $25
April 10

I love sports and want to see you succeed in your love, soccer.

Andrea Torre donated $50
April 10

Love Alan and support you in turn 100% , go be the next Lionel Messi!

Matt Kramer donated $50
April 10
Alan Ellis donated $25
April 10
Devin Kingdon donated $25
April 10
US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps donated $50
April 6
Student Contribution donated $99
April 6
Alan
Mr. Ellis started this campaign
April 6
Juan
Juan was accepted into Wishbone!
February 2