Since I was a little girl, sports have been my entire world. Growing up with two overtly athletic brothers who did every sport under the sun, from basketball to football, track, and soccer, meant sports weren't just a pastime — it was a way of life in my family. I have always been less athletically gifted than my brothers, to say the least, but I was never excluded. They always included me in their weekends by simply talking to me and explaining everything there was to know about what they were doing, and making sure I understood and felt included and excited. My brothers lit the spark that continues to burn so brightly through me. I want to study Sports Journalism because I know there are plenty of girls out there like me. For so long, I felt like I wasn't good enough because I wasn't physically gifted, but my brain has value, too. The passion I have for sports journalism runs deeper than what I see on the field; it's the emotion behind every play, the stories of perseverance to perform at such a high level, and the narratives that go beyond a scoreboard. I am most passionate about telling stories. Being a journalist is not a responsibility I take lightly, and I take pride in being able to call myself one. Sports have become synonymous with culture, and the stories of athletes along with it. Those stories buried beneath the surface are the ones I want to bring to the light. Just as my brain has value, their bodies do too. As a black woman in sports media, I recognize how important visibility is, and I'm committed to being a platform. I want to tell the stories emphasizing the strength and determination that come with putting your body on the line for the sake of a sport that one loves. At LSU and through my involvement at our student-run broadcast station, I have gotten the opportunity to work with numerous athletes and give them an outlet. All of the stories I have gotten to do are special to me, but there is a most memorable. LSU Men's Basketball's Cam Carter is a Louisiana native who decided to finish his college career where he grew up after two previous college stops. That story was special because I got to truly dig deep and talk to Carter about not just his journey, but everything he's built and learned in his life. I've worked my way from Sports Reporter to Associate Sports Producer, and now up to Assistant Sports Director, and through it all, I've made it a priority to focus on journalism and every athlete's story. Sports united my family, made me feel connected to my brothers, and opened up a world of opportunity for me. Sports journalism has given me more than I ever thought possible, and above all, the ability to tell stories. This scholarship would allow me to not just continue my education, but also fulfill my dreams and pursue my passion for storytelling and giving any and all athletes a voice.