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Braedan Staggs

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Finalist

Bio

I am a dedicated student-athlete and community servant whose path has been shaped by resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to helping others. After my father’s life-altering accident, I stepped into roles far beyond my age—managing appointments, supporting recovery, and maintaining academic excellence—all while continuing to volunteer through Crusaders Athletics, the Franciscan Kitchen, and the Nashville Rescue Mission. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or serving his community, I am driven by the belief that adversity can build purpose. My experiences have strengthened my passion for Business, leadership, and service, and I hope to use my education to uplift others facing the same hardships my family endured. With a strong work ethic, compassion for others, and the determination to create positive change, I strive to represent the values scholarship committees look for in future leaders.

Education

Oakland High School

High School
2022 - 2026

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Law
    • Medicine
    • Engineering, General
    • Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Sports

    • Dream career goals:

      Sports

      Baseball

      Varsity
      2013 – Present13 years

      Awards

      • All Conference 2x,
      • Played International in Puerto Rico, Japan, and Costa Rica as part of mission trips

      Arts

      • FIFA

        Videography
        World Cup Qualifiers Central Americas
        2023 – 2025
      • NFHS

        Computer Art
        2022 – 2023

      Public services

      • Advocacy

        Nashville Rescue Mission — Volunteer, Project Lead for Student participants
        2020 – Present
      • Volunteering

        Franciscan Kitchen Louisville — Volunteer, Project Lead for Student participants
        2017 – 2020
      • Volunteering

        Crusaders Athletics — Volunteer, Project Lead for Student participants
        2021 – Present

      Future Interests

      Advocacy

      Politics

      Volunteering

      Philanthropy

      Entrepreneurship