Anyone who shall receive one such little child in my name, receives me.
Matthew 18:5
My Why
I spent countless hours with my pops in a truck. We would drive to training sessions, camps, school visits and many more football-related activities. During the course of our drives, we would often talk about ways I could use my platform to honor the Lord. After discussing many worthwhile needs, I kept coming back to adoption. You see my parents decided to get into foster care when I was about 7 years old. I didn’t know what to expect, but two adoptions and 10 years later, I’ve been blessed as much by two sisters as my two sisters have been by my family.
In 2017, we welcomed Olivia and finished adoption in 2019. In 2020, right before the world shut down, we took Lydia home. In 2022, Lydia’s adoption was finalized. Both had different paths and both have different relationships, but both have blessed me and help mold me into the young man I am today.
God adopted me and through the convictions he gave my parents, changed my life. I just want to help others and give them the same opportunity to receive the same blessing.
Held Make a Difference
All proceeds from this Brother Bear t-shirt benefit the Brother Bear Foundation.
About Bear
Bear McWhorter is a Class of 2026 offensive lineman at Cass High School, where he maintains a 4.0 GPA. Standing just over 6’4” and weighing over 300 lbs, Bear is known for his strength, agility, and ability to open up running lanes for his teammates.
His performance on the field has earned him national recognition, including:
- MaxPreps All-American (Sophomore season)
- Adidas All-American (Freshman season)
- Under Armour All-American (8th grade and invited again for the 2026 game)
Bear is ranked among the top offensive linemen in the country:
- #176 overall player nationally and #5 offensive guard in the ESPN Jr 300
- 4-star recruit and #12 offensive guard by Rivals
- More than 40 Division I scholarship offers from programs across the country
In February 2025, Bear committed to play football and continue his education at the University of Michigan.
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