Meet Vladimir

Vladimir is 13 years old and from a small town in Mexico. He's a great kid and a joy to be around.  Vladimir is one great example of how Team ASAP has made great impacts on the lives of so many young boys. Coach Macy decided to interview him and see what Team ASAP meant to him and what he has had to overcome. Here is his story...

Tell me a little about your background and family history...

"My dad left our family about 6 months ago without giving a reason or saying goodbye. My mom works two jobs and isn't really at home except for the weekends. My 20 year old sister takes care of me but has a job too." 

Tell me about school and how Team ASAP has helped you academically...

"I'm in the 6^th grade and I make A’s B’s and C’s. Ever since I started coming to Team ASAP my grades have been getting better. My favorite subject is math but I'm struggling with it.  The Coaches help me to study and learn in school and how to make better decisions in my life." 

What has been a major struggle in your life and how has Team ASAP helped you with this?

"I used to be a part of a gang that I was forced to be in. The guys who were in charge of the gang would pressure me to smoke weed and cigarettes. We were constantly getting into trouble at school and with the police, and I realized I didn't want to be a part of the gang anymore after we were about to go to jail. After I decided to leave the gang, the other members are still bullying me and try to fight with me every day at school.  Team ASAP gives me something to do after school and has taught me that I can do whatever I set my mind to.  I enjoy spending my time here and staying out of trouble."  

What does Team ASAP mean to you? 

“Team ASAP means a lot to me. They have become my family and made me want to change my life.  I recently got saved and have accepted Jesus Christ as my savior. I read the Bible more often and it repairs me in life.”

-Vladimir