Richard has applied to attend US Sports Nike Basketball Camps this summer and is raising funds for his program fees. Can you help?
Richard
Richard
Interest:
Athletics
Grade:
10th
School:
Brooklyn Ascend High School
Location:
New York, NY
Successfully funded on March 29th, 2017!
Fully funded!
$565 raised
$0 to go
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Richard
Richard's Story

My passion is basketball.

I discovered my passion for basketball when I realized it helped me gain friends. When I first transferred to my school, I used basketball as a way to make friends. I was reserved, but when I stepped on the court that changed. It's an escape for me. Whenever I'm stressed out or mad I can go to the park and get some shots up or play with friends. It will automatically change my mood. Also, basketball integrates people of different races and gender. No matter what your race, religion or gender is I have my teammate's back. It puts me in a place of total control, me being good or bad at basketball is determined by me and my work ethic. I enjoy being able to see how effort and practice can directly improve my performance. This has helped to motivate me in other areas such as school.

Jen
A Note from Ms. Gowers, Richard's Teacher

Richard was a student in my writing elective, and he absolutely shined. A cool young man, I was surprised when he was willing to share a thoughtfully emotional piece so early in the year. When he concluded it and was asked to reflect, he said, "next time, I hope I can be even more vulnerable." I have been impressed with Richard since I met him.

Richard gives his all to everything he does. I have no doubt that this would be true of US Sports Nike Basketball Camps. Richard will benefit from participating because he will hone his skills and create strong bonds with other participants. By both demonstrating his own dedication to the sport and by supporting others he will not only benefit, others will benefit from his presence, too.

Campaign Activity
Richard
Richard posted an update
June 27
Thank you!

Thank you so much for supporting me to reach my goal of attending the Nike Summer Basketball Camps! I am so excited to be able to take part in this program and grow as an athlete and as a person.

Success! Ms. Gowers helped Richard raise $565
March 29
Anonymous donated $141
March 29

Hard work pays off. Keep pushing yourself.

Jenifer David donated $25
March 29

Richard, Congratulations on your achievements thus far! You are an inspiration to you peers. I wish you much success in all future endeavors.

Beth Ogbahon donated $50
March 29

Congratulations on your acceptance to the basketball camp!

Jenny Bartashnik donated $25
March 29

Good luck and hope you gain everything you hope for and more this summer!

Anonymous donated $25
March 29

Good Luck in all you do, keep up the good work!

Jennfier Young donated $50
March 29
Tiffany Burgess donated $25
March 29

I know u can do anything you put your mine too. I'm proud of u ....💪👍

Jessica Bloodgood donated $25
March 29

Good luck, Richard!

Anonymous donated $50
March 29

Dreams become reality one choice at a time.

Student Contribution donated $99
March 28
US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps donated $50
March 28
Jen
Ms. Gowers started this campaign
March 28
Richard
Richard was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1