The Uplifting Athletes' Blog

Boone Bonnema: Rare Disease Champion™

Boone Bonnema: Rare Disease Champion™

November 21, 2023 In the current world of college football, it's easy to get caught up in the thrill of the game, the passion of the crowd, and the relentless pursuit of victory. But there’s more to the game than just wins and losses.   Amidst the...

Taylor de Boer: Rare Disease Champion™

Taylor de Boer: Rare Disease Champion™

October 26, 2023 Taylor de Boer is a rising star in the collegiate volleyball world. A six-foot-four outside hitter from Kelowna, British Columbia, Taylor was first introduced to volleyball in grade seven and immediately fell in love with the sport. Her parents have...

Riley Dixon Is Punting For Rare Diseases

Riley Dixon Is Punting For Rare Diseases

Philadelphia, Pa. (September 6, 2023) – Riley Dixon, punter for the Denver Broncos, has launched a season-long campaign to support Uplifting Athletes and the rare disease community. Inspired by his long-standing relationship with Uplifting Athletes Executive Director,...

A Workout That Can Change The Future

A Workout That Can Change The Future

Imagine a world where collegiate teams working out led to more than just conditioning skills. Where pushing past record bench press reps led to innovative medical therapies or tossing a medicine ball helped bring an underserved community closer together. This is what...

One Stage. Major Impact.

We’ve all felt it—the excruciating burn mentally, emotionally, and physically when a person is pushed to their limit. Pushing past that burn, past the doubts, and keying into the sweet serotonin release of attaining your personal best? Well, that feeling can keep an...

Ky’s Uplifting Story: More Than A Disease, More Than A Sport

Ky’s Uplifting Story: More Than A Disease, More Than A Sport

Some might see Ky Collins as a rebel. A product of his West Texas roots growing up near Lubbock. Ky is stubborn, hard headed, and doesn’t take too kindly to being told he can’t do something. His personality certainly plays a role in what has shaped the 18-year old;...