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PLAY HARD. DREAM BIG. ALWAYS REMEMBER.
KANAWHA VALLEY JULY 2025
Evie MARTIN
Evie Martin is a first-year pitcher for Nitro Little League’s McDonald’s team who brings confidence and excitement to the field. A Cross Lanes native, she wears #8 and hit coach pitch this season for a big rookie milestone. Off the field, Evie enjoys beauty pageants, loves making new friends, and proudly looks up to her mom as her biggest role model.
Cortez
JOHNSON-FLOYD
Parker NIEBAUM Austin KELLY
Parker Niebaum is a rising outfielder for Nitro Little League and the Sissonville Tomahawks who brings power and passion to the field. A Nitro native wearing #30, he had a highlight moment helping the Tomahawks go 4–0 to win a travel tournament, hitting the fence three times. Off the field, Parker enjoys fishing, swimming, hiking, and basketball, looks up to Elly De La Cruz and Steph Curry, and loves learning new skills and making friends through the game.
Backed by powerful encouragement:
“You are a warrior, a competitor, and a leader. Dream big, and when you reach those dreams, dream even bigger”
With the full support of his family behind him:
“We are so proud of you and how far you have come in just a short amount of time. We love you.”
KANAWHA VALLEY AUGUST 2025
With the support and love of his family:
“The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them”
With the loving message from home:
“We love you so much MJ! We are so very, very proud of you!”
With encouragement from home:
“Always strive for greatness, and remember practice makes perfect. Never give up!”
With loving words from home:
“You give 100% of yourself every single time. You’re a wonderful kid and will do great things in life”
KANAWHA VALLEY SEPTEMBER 2025
Zayden WIMER
Wyatt
His parents’ words of encouragement echo in his mind:
“Don’t give up in the moment—keep going even if it gets hard.”
Mycheal
MORLEY
SPELOCK Dalton
His family’s love and encouragement shine through every time Wyatt steps onto the field. As his parents proudly say:
“We love watching you play your heart out on the field! We are beyond proud of you and love you so much!”
His parents couldn’t be prouder, sharing,
“We love u MJ and we are so very proud of you!”
His parents are his strongest supporters, always reminding him,
“You can do anything you put your mind to.”
With love and encouragement from home:
“We love you so much and are so proud of you!”
Arizona Akers is a dedicated point guard who’s been in love with basketball since kindergarten and continues to grow as a leader on the court. Known for her energy and teamwork, she values building friendships and working together as much as winning. Off the court, Arizona enjoys the outdoors—from riding side-by-sides to spending time by her fish pond—and looks up to Caitlin Clark and her teammate Sofia for their determination and team-first mindset.
With the love and support of his family:
“You are amazing”
With proud cheers from home:
“We are so proud of you and love watching you play!”
KANAWHA VALLEY OCTOBER 2025
His dad’s message says it best:
Michael FORE
MCMILLIAN
Jeremiah SWAYNE Noah WHITTINGTON
“Play hard and leave it all on the field.”
Jeremiah Swayne is a fast, hard-nosed playmaker for the Nitro Youth Football League Wildcats, making his impact on both offense and defense. After two years in the game, he’s found his stride at running back, where he loves having the ball in his hands and making big plays. Off the field, Jeremiah enjoys swimming and staying active, cheers for the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen, and says his biggest role model is Jesus.
With the proud support of his family:
“Kane, we are so proud of you! You’re an A student, kind to others, and do your best— that’s all we ever ask”
With strong support from home:
“We are so proud of you in everything you do!”
Kane
Her family couldn’t be prouder, sharing a heartfelt message that captures her spirit perfectly:
“We are so proud of you, Haddie. You’ve had such a great season and haven’t stopped smilingthewholetime.”
Her mom’s proud message says it all:
“You make me proud on and off the field every day .”
Her biggest cheerleader, though, is her mom, who couldn’t be prouder of the young girl she’s becoming.
“Mommy is so proud of you, sis! Watching you grow throughout the cheer season has been amazing — keep up the hard work!”
Raegan Parsons is an enthusiastic young cheerleaderwhoseloveforthesportwasinspired by her older sister, Addison, whom she admires for her hard work and dedication. Off the mat, Raegan also plays softball in the outfield and at shortstop and loves being part of a team alongside her friends. Backed by constant encouragement from her parents, Raegan brings energy, determination, and heart to everything shedoes.
FAITH IN SPORTS
PEACE ON EARTH AND ON THE FIELD
By Nate Thompson
John 14:27 (NIV)“ Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
December is supposed to be a season of peace, but for athletes, it often feels like the opposite. Between tournaments, practices, holiday events, and schoolwork, this time of year can get louder, faster, and more stressful than any packed gym or noisy stadium. It’s easy to feel the pressure to perform, to meet expectations, or to keep up with the pace of everything happening around you.
But in John 14:27, Jesus reminds us that He offers a kind of peace the world can’t give. Not the temporary calm that comes from winning a game, getting a break from school, or finally catching your breath, but a steady, quiet, unshakeable peace that settles deep in your heart. It’s a peace that stays with you in the huddle, on the field, on the bus, and even during the moments when life feels overwhelming.
When the scoreboard is close, when you’re nervous before a big play, or when you’re trying to balance sports with everything else going on this month, remember that God’s peace doesn’t depend on circumstances. You can step onto any field or court with confidence, not because everything is perfect, but because Jesus is with you.
This Christmas season, let His peace guide your attitude, your effort, and the way you handle victories and setbacks. And as you experience His peace, look for chances to spread it to your teammates, through encouragement, patience, and the way you carry yourself.
Because in a world full of noise, an athlete who plays with Christ’s peace stands out like a light on a winter night.
KANAWHA VALLEY NOVEMBER 2025
And his dad’s simple, heartfelt message says it all:
“I love you.”
Bryce MARTIN
Her parents couldn’t be prouder, sharing this heartfelt message:
“Aubs, you set the goal in the spring to become QB1, and you worked diligently to achieve it. Way to never give up and work hard. We love you, #13.”
Aubree MEADOWS
Parker
ROBERTS
Walker BURKHART
His parents’ message perfectly sums up his mindset:
“Do good, hit hard, have fun!”
His parents couldn’t be prouder, sharing a heartfelt message that says it all:
“Walker, we are so proud of you! You’re staying focused and working hard to be a good teammate and baseball player!”
Jericho’s family shared a message that sums up exactly who he is:
“Jericho, we are so proud of you. You succeed in every sport you play, you’re coachable, and most importantly, you’re never afraid to proudly take God with you out on the field.”
Her family couldn’t be prouder, sharing this beautiful message:
“Evy, you are our hero! For such a tiny girl, you sure are a big miracle! Always remember — you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”
His mom’s encouraging words say it best:
“Shine bright, my love! You are the future.”
His family’s message to others says it best:
“Always go to your kids’ games — it helps when they look to the crowd and see you there.”
