‘His Heart Is So Genuine’: Gulfport Star Student Athlete

GULFPORT, FL — We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Katherine Goodloe who nominated Ricky of Gulfport, who plays on her son’s football team and “is the kind of kid who goes out of his way to make others feel special,” she said.

Star student athlete’s name

Ricky

Star student athlete’s home state

Florida

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Gulfport

How do you know the star student athlete?

He is on my son's football team

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Football

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

Ricky is the kind of kid who goes out of his way to make others feel special. He is a big part of Calvary Christian High School's Best Buddies program and recently made one of the buddies dream of having a date for homecoming come true. Ricky didn't know Raquel, but he knew she wanted to go to her school's dance, so he made an adorable poster and asked her to the dance.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

His heart is so genuine and he cares deeply about others

Keep up the great work, Ricky!

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