My name is Carmelo Wylie, and I’m a 12 yrs old and I absolutely love basketball. It’s more than just a sport for me — it’s my passion, my motivation, and the place where I feel the most confident and alive. I’m proud to play for the New York Renaissance (NY Rens), a team that has helped me grow as a player and as a young man. Being part of this program is a blessing, but it also comes with costs, travel, tournaments, and team expenses and it’s more than we can manage alone.

Your generosity will help cover AAU and team fees, travel and hotel expenses for tournaments, uniforms, shoes, gear, and training that keeps me improving and competing at a high level. Every dollar helps keep me on the court, surrounded by coaches who believe in me and teammates who push me to be better. This opportunity means everything to me, and with your help, I can continue to play the sport I love.

My hope is that basketball continues to guide me, keep me disciplined, and open doors for my future. Thank you for supporting my dream, believing in my future, and helping me continue this journey with the New York Renaissance. Your kindness means more than you know.