I’m a kid from the South Side of Chicago raised by two parents who pushed me to beat the odds and become the best version of myself. As the youngest of three, I was often called the chosen one in my family—not because of talent, but because I consistently chose discipline in an environment where distractions are everywhere. I attended two prestigious Chicago high schools Leo Catholic and Kenwood Academy where I excelled academically and athletically while staying grounded in leadership and character. After graduation, I faced a pivotal decision: walk away from basketball or bet on myself at the junior college level. I chose the harder route. That decision led to a National JUCO Championship, multiple all-region honors, and eventually the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Division I level. During COVID, when my season was cut short, I leaned into entrepreneurship and launched my clothing brand, Lost Priorities—a brand built on discipline, identity, and purpose.