About Me
I am a fifteen-year-old karate tournament competitor and epilepsy warrior. I was diagnosed with epilepsy when I was six years old. When I was nine, I started studying Wado-Ryu Karate at the Milan Martial Arts Academy under Sensei Seth Lee. I earned a first-degree black belt before transferring to Lexington Wado Ryu, where I currently study with Sensei Thomas Mitchell.
I am a tournament competitor with many victories in traditional forms and weapons events, and point sparring. This season, I am adding creative forms and weapons to my repertoire. In March 2024, I was invited to join Team Heartland - a national sports martial arts competition team, and in April, they made me a team captain. I am thrilled to be a part of the team!
In addition to my martial arts, I advocate for people who have epilepsy. I work to raise awareness about epilepsy and to help people understand that their epilepsy doesn't have to keep them from their goals. When I'm not training, competing, or advocating, I am an active member of the North Jackson Church of Christ in Jackson, TN, and enjoy whitewater kayaking, rock climbing, and playing Dungeons & Dragons.
Find the people who believe in you more than you believe in yourself.
You need a secret weapon.
Embrace the struggle.