Tell Your Story: The Heartbeat of Mabuhay We Rise

Real Stories, Real Impact of Mabuhay's Signature Athletes

In sports, we're trained to celebrate the highlight reel - the trophies, scholarships, viral plays. But behind every win is a hidden journey. A struggle. A scar. A moment of doubt or a comeback no one thought was possible. We founded our Tell Your Story series to bring rising sports stars' truths to life.

Nick Marsh

Nick Marsh

Wide Receiver at Michigan State University & Big Ten Freshman of the Year

Nick used football as his lifeline out of hardship. He grew up facing homelessness and financial strain, but his focus never wavered. His dream? To better himself and give his mother the life she deserves — including buying her a home and car.

Sydney Savoury

Sydney Savoury

Gatorade Player of The Year & Belleville High School MHSAA Division I Champion

Sydney Savory c/o 2027 broke her foot just before freshman year. It could have ended her career before it began. But she didn't quit. Instead, she doubled her efforts, coming back stronger and more determined than ever.

Deion Burks

Deion Burks

Wide Receiver at University of Oklahoma & Second Team All-Big Ten in 2023 at Purdue

Deion’s upward trajectory at Purdue earned him all-conference honors and led to a high-profile transfer. At Oklahoma, he’s immediately made headlines with explosive performances and record-setting achievements.

Why "Tell Your Story" Matters

When one person shares their story, they give permission for others to feel, speak, and heal. Because sometimes, hearing someone else's story is exactly what keeps you in the game.

Be A Part of the Change

Mabuhay means "Resilience", but we believe no one should rise alone. There are three powerful ways you can join our movement and support our nonprofit for young athletes.

Get Involved

Are you an athlete, coach, or community leader with a story to tell? We want to hear from you. Join our growing family of truth-tellers and mentors, and help build a tribe where resilience is celebrated and every voice matters.

Donate

Your contribution helps us fund gear, create content, and run free mental health workshops that change lives. Every dollar helps a young athlete feel seen, supported, and unstoppable.
Because somewhere right now, a young athlete is about to give up — and your support could be the reason they keep going.