teen spotlight
photography by Nikki P.
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Received a $10,000 scholarship as winner of the Boys & Girls
Clubs’ 2013 Alabama Military Youth of the Year competition.
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“I have learned to just be myself and people will love me for who I
am.”
her story
Fifteen-year-old Tiara Smith-Wilson stands out in everything she
does. Known for her intelligence, athleticism and compassion,
she’s definitely a triple threat. Not only does the Robert E. Lee high
school sophomore maintain some of the highest grades in her
classes, but she also participates in travel softball and competes on
a highly competitive level. “Softball is my favorite activity,” she said.
“I can be myself, and I’m the kind of girl that likes to get down and
dirty when I play.”
Even with everything she has going on, Tiara makes helping
others a priority. Whether it’s makin rF