Throughout my youth, I was involved in multiple travel and club sports programs that allowed me to compete beyond the school setting. I played summer basketball with the Hamburg Club and competed in Titans Travel Basketball, gaining experience in structured, competitive environments that required consistent commitment and accountability. In addition, I participated in Rush Soccer and Flash Soccer, which exposed me to different coaching styles, team dynamics, and levels of competition.
Alongside organized travel teams, I regularly joined local summer leagues when I was younger. These experiences helped keep me active year-round while reinforcing the importance of skill development, teamwork, and staying engaged in physical activity outside of the traditional school season. Competing in both formal travel programs and informal summer leagues allowed me to experience the balance between competitive play and enjoyment of the game.