One step closer to Tokyo
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Now, I’ve always believed that the big difference comes from taking the next step; going after what you want, no matter what, sooo…I need your help!
Wrestling has been my driving force that continues to push me. Though I didn’t start this journey until 10th grade, I didn’t let that stop me from really giving it my all. I am grateful for all the amazing people that I’ve surrounded myself with that have been able to take me from a youngster to a D1 national qualifier.
As a dual citizen of the US and Colombia, I have an opportunity to compete for the Colombian team with a great training base at Lehigh University. The Lehigh Valley Wrestling Club and the people of Pennsylvania overall have taken me in, as if I were one of their own. Changing nationalities will land me one step closer to being at the 2020 Olympic games, the ultimate goal. It’s been a life-long goal of mine to be able to participate in this, ever since my good-ole Judo days.
I was hoping to not worry about money, unfortunately, expenses keep on coming up no matter how hard I try to hide them. As my sport Psychologist, Jarrod Spencer says, “clearer mind, better performance.”
So here is where I need your help: United World Wrestling (UWW) needs $5,000 so I can change nationalities to represent Colombia by December 2017. Along-side the fee, there's also day in day out expenses like, food, trainer, accommodations, travel and more. All jokes aside… whether it’s a prayer, a donation or a sponsorship, I am thankful to have you in my corner.
Thank you for helping me get one step closer to my dream!
Wrestling has been my driving force that continues to push me. Though I didn’t start this journey until 10th grade, I didn’t let that stop me from really giving it my all. I am grateful for all the amazing people that I’ve surrounded myself with that have been able to take me from a youngster to a D1 national qualifier.
As a dual citizen of the US and Colombia, I have an opportunity to compete for the Colombian team with a great training base at Lehigh University. The Lehigh Valley Wrestling Club and the people of Pennsylvania overall have taken me in, as if I were one of their own. Changing nationalities will land me one step closer to being at the 2020 Olympic games, the ultimate goal. It’s been a life-long goal of mine to be able to participate in this, ever since my good-ole Judo days.
I was hoping to not worry about money, unfortunately, expenses keep on coming up no matter how hard I try to hide them. As my sport Psychologist, Jarrod Spencer says, “clearer mind, better performance.”
So here is where I need your help: United World Wrestling (UWW) needs $5,000 so I can change nationalities to represent Colombia by December 2017. Along-side the fee, there's also day in day out expenses like, food, trainer, accommodations, travel and more. All jokes aside… whether it’s a prayer, a donation or a sponsorship, I am thankful to have you in my corner.
Thank you for helping me get one step closer to my dream!
Organizer
Santiago Martinez
Organizer
Bethlehem, PA
