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 is a class of 2026 offensive lineman at Cass High School where he maintains a 4.0 GPA. He stands just over 6’4” and weighs just over 300lbs. He’s known for his ability to create running lanes for the guys behind him. He’s been honored as a MaxPreps All American for his Sophomore season, Adidas All American his Freshman season and played in the Under Armour All American game coming out of his 8th grade year. Most recently, he was invited to play in the 2026 Under Armour All American Game.
Bear was named to the ESPN Jr 300 list where he was named a 4-star prospect, the #176 nationally overall player and #5 in the country at his position. Bear was also rated as a 4-star prospect and #12 offensive guard in the country by Rivals. In addition, Bear has received over 40 scholarship offers to Division 1 programs around the country. In late February, Bear committed to play football and attend school at the University of Michigan.
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