06/16/2026
“I’m just happy I can practice. I’m physically capable at this point. And then I think that also reflects how I am as a teammate. When someone talks down [about themselves], instead of agreeing with them, I say, ‘hey, don’t say that. You don’t know where you could be.'”
Ava’s journey is one of true resilience. Over the course of her athletic career, she faced not one, but multiple major setbacks, including ACL injuries in both knees and meniscus surgeries that demanded time, discipline and mental strength to overcome.
Each time, she made the decision to keep going. Rehab wasn’t easy, but Ava committed fully to the process. She showed up day after day, putting in the work, trusting her progress and staying focused on her goal of getting back on the track. And when she returned, she qualified for the state track meet in the 100-meter dash following her third knee surgery, proving that her determination was just as strong as her physical recovery.
Ava leads by example, bringing positivity, accountability and a level of perseverance that pushes everyone around her to be better.
Her story is a reminder that setbacks don’t define you. The way you respond does. We’re proud to support athletes like Ava as they continue to chase their dreams!
