Lucero has applied to attend US Sports Nike Tennis Camps this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Lucero
Lucero
Interest:
Athletics
Grade:
11th
School:
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Successfully funded on April 13th, 2015!
Fully funded!
$1,174 raised
$0 to go
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Lucero
Lucero's Story

My passion is tennis.

I started out as a non-athlete when I joined my school's tennis team. In the two years since then, I have overcome my obstacles and developed into one of the school's top players.

Before joining tennis, I considered myself to be lacking a competitive mindset, not athletic, and not able to take things seriously. Becoming part of a team changed my perspective because it forced me to become determined and committed to the sport so I don't let down my teammates. I take challenges to push myself and learn from my mistakes. As a result, I am now more confident and motivated to express who I am.

Attending Nike Tennis camp will help me take my game to the next level by competing with other players, learning amazing new techniques, and living in a college dormitory. This will not just impact me as an individual, it will help my entire team when I share what I learned. I look forward to sharing this experience with other young people and motivating each other to continue following our passions.

Tina
A Note from Ms. Kim, Lucero's Mentor

"Year after year, Lucero continues to impress me. Every semester, her self-confidence blossoms. Every semester, her GPA rises. Every semester, she explores the future a bit further than what she believed to be the edge to find that more lies beyond.

While Lucero may not have much formal training in tennis, her passion is clear in her personal statement. The joy she gains from playing and learning is one that she must nurture, explore, and experience again and again. In addition to being surrounded by like-minded peers and passionate coaches at Nike Tennis Camp, Lucero will have the chance to live on a college campus during the program. The impact of that environment alone cannot be overstated. Neither of her parents had the opportunity to complete high school, which will make Lucero a first-generation college student. The reality of her aspirations will come into clearer focus through this experience."

Campaign Activity
Lucero
Lucero posted an update
August 10
After Nike Tennis Camp

I attended the Nike Tennis Camp over the summer. It was an amazing experience and I had such a wonderful time. I learned new tennis methods in volleys, serves, and forehands. I competed with different age levels and ethnicities. I met new people from around the country. We practiced and played more than 30 hours of tennis and exercised intensely. Everyone had their own strategy, and we learned from each other. The coaches were always encouraging and helped us in what we can improve on. Overall, I had lots of fun and I am more confident to return back to the courts.

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Lucero
Lucero posted an update
June 25
Can't wait for Nike Tennis Camp!

I am super excited for the trip to Nike Tennis Camp, and I look forward to this opportunity. I chose this program because it will help me gain the experience of professional tennis training. This can benefit me when I demonstrate to other youth how important tennis is for me and inspire them to pursue their own dreams.

Success! Ms. Kim helped Lucero raise $1,174
April 13
Anonymous donated $134
April 13
Joy Lee donated $30
April 11

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $30

Anonymous donated $50
April 9
Anonymous donated $50
April 9
Debbie Marchok donated $25
April 9

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Jacob Bear donated $100
April 8

Lucero is an excellent student who is always trying to improve herself and her situation. I know her talent and ambition will take her anywhere she wants to go in life, but I hope a lot of people will donate to help her along the way. Good luck Lucero, and have fun at Pepperdine!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $100

Anonymous donated $55
April 8
Kathleen Sabet donated $25
April 8
Jennifer Park donated $30
April 8

Dear Lucero, I admire you for your tennis skills that you acquired through hard work and perseverance. Nike Tennis Camp is just one of the goals you will achieve throughout your life, keep shining!

Gabriela Ortega donated $25
April 8
Julio Hernandez donated $100
March 28
Anonymous donated $50
March 24
Anonymous donated $50
March 24
Patricia acosta donated $40
March 19
marcela salcido donated $30
March 18
marcela salcido donated $26
March 13
Erin Rice donated $25
March 13

Lucero,

I came across your Wishbone campaign and I couldn't wait to donate. In high school, the sports camps I attended were some of the most memorable experiences I had. I hope you meet your goal and are able to attend the Pepperdine camp. Good luck in school and I can't wait to keep in touch with your teacher Ms. Kim, my friend, to hear about all your success. Best of luck to you and know perfect strangers are cheering you on!!

Best,

Erin Rice

Emily Grijalva donated $30
March 13
Tina Kim donated $50
March 13
Anonymous donated $94
March 13
Tina
Ms. Kim started this campaign
March 13
Lucero
Lucero was accepted into Wishbone!
February 25