Inspiring Teens Magazine Features

Blake Richardson

12/5/2019

Blake Richardson - Indiana
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Johnna Richardson
Photography by MJ Portrait Design
Issue 28 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Blake Richardson has always been very motivated from the start. I remember even as a little kid; he would do things over and over until he had it right. He's a bit of a perfectionist, which has always made parenting him easy. We could never hold him to the same standards that he holds himself, which is also a challenge for him. He is always working. Since he was 4 days old, the outdoors has always been his "happy place". Especially at the lake. When MJ Portrait Design came to take his pictures, she said she could see him completely relax, like this is where he is meant to be. He rocks the water shot!

Photography by MJ Portrait Design

How long have you been playing football? How did you become interested?
I have been playing football since pre-school. Football has always been a big part of my family and a way that we bond, and I have loved it since I was old enough to understand it. When I got the chance to start playing, I didn’t hesitate.

What does it mean to you when someone says, “You’re a good team player”? Explain.
For me, it means I’m doing everything right. Not only am I here to compete, but I’m here to develop myself and all the others around me. When someone says I’m a good team player, I know I have accomplished those goals.

Photography by MJ Portrait Design

What are some leadership opportunities you have had?
I have had the opportunity to be a part of my school’s student leaders and mentors program. I was an officer of the FFA chapter for 2 years, and a captain of the football team. I am also a member of student council, National Honor Society VP, and Senior Class VP.

Photography by MJ Portrait Design

Finish the sentence: “Blake Richardson is great at......” Please explain why.
Being a leader. Whether it is someone my age or just below me or a kid just entering kindergarten, one of my favorite things is helping them develop their abilities and watch them grow as a person.

Photography by MJ Portrait Design

Tell us about your childhood, having a great mind set of never going up from such a young age.
As a child, I loved building things and taking them apart. Sometimes when I couldn’t figure it out, I would spend hours putting it back together, which sparked the desire to challenge myself and always work until I can solve the problem.

Blake will be featured in issue 28 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Dylan Jones

10/14/2019

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Dylan Jones -Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Brooke + Cheryl Photography
Issue 27 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Dylan Jones is a senior at Ridgeview where he is a captain of the football team, a standout on the basketball court and a member of the FFA. He works hard on and off the court, strives to be his best and gives his all. Dylan is hard working, determined and always willing to lend a helping hand - a good role model and inspiration to all who know him.

Image by Brooke + Cheryl Photography

What do you enjoy most about football and basketball?
What I enjoy most about both sports is the competitiveness and the great feeling of getting a win.

What was your favorite memory so far of being a captain of the football team?
My favorite moment was beating Rockford Christian week 1. It was my favorite moment because they thought they were going to beat us by 20.

Image by Lisa Wilson

How do you continue to be a role model to others in your daily life?
I help others when they need it. I also make sure if someone is down on themselves. I try my best to make them smile.

Tell me about your FFA and the hard work that goes along with it?
I go to dairy judging and I also help with fundraisers we do. There is a lot of hard work to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Image by Kamala Jones

How has your kind and inspiring personality impacted your outlook on your life?
It has let me know that there is always something to look forward to.

Dylan will be featured in Issue 27 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Blake Richardson

Blake Richardson - Indiana
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Johnna Richardson
Photography by MJ Portrait Design
Issue 28 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Dylan Jones

Dylan Jones -Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Brooke + Cheryl Photography
Issue 27 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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Blake Richardson - IndianaInterview by Zoe D’AngeloNomination by Johnna RichardsonPhotography by MJ Portrait DesignIssue 28 of Inspiring Teens Magazine​

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Dylan Jones -IllinoisInterview by Claire PlathNomination and Photography by Brooke + Cheryl PhotographyIssue 27 of Inspiring Teens Magazine​

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Blake Richardson - Indiana
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Johnna Richardson
Photography by MJ Portrait Design
Issue 28 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Dylan Jones -Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Brooke + Cheryl Photography
Issue 27 of Inspiring Teens Magazine