Inspiring Teens Magazine Features

Bailey Haynes

9/3/2020

Bailey Haynes – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Kristy O'Bryan
Photography by Paula Yates Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Bailey Haynes inspires those around her by her strength, determination, and independence. She is her own person that walks to the beat of her own drum. That is a rare quality, she knows who she is, what she wants and what she stands for all at such a young age. She is an old soul with a spirit that inspires those around her. Her grace and courage reflect an unforgettable beauty.

Photography by Paula Yates Photography

What sports do you play? What is your favorite memory from them?
My main sport is basketball and I have been playing that since I was in the 3rd grade! I have also played soccer and tennis. My favorite memory from basketball was the time my AAU team placed in the platinum bracket for our pool in one of the largest AAU tournaments in the country!

How has the COVID 19 pandemic impacted your sports seasons? Are you still able to practice?
COVID-19 hasn’t affected my high school season yet since it is a winter sport, however we did have to cancel our Summer basketball schedule and cancel all of our workouts during this time. In addition, we have not been able to get in the gym to shoot or utilize the weight room on our own time.

Photography by Kristy O'Bryan

How have you been dealing with the pandemic disrupting the beginning of your senior year and all the changes that come with that?
I think the most important thing to remember during all of this is that everyone, not just seniors/students, are having to sacrifice things for the well-being of our community. Of course, I get upset when I think about the possibility of missing my last first day of school, senior homecoming and prom, senior basketball season and possibly graduation, but in the end, I am thankful for my health and my family’s health. If missing these events means that I am doing my part to help keep my community members healthy and safe, then that is rewarding in itself.

How do you balance your schoolwork and athletics? What are your tips for others trying to do the same?
I balance this by just thinking about how important both are to me. The best advice I can give to others who may be possibly struggling with this is to always set designated times for each and always know what you have on your schedule between sports and school so you know that you are getting done what needs to be done. It is also important to work really hard during the school day and try to get everything finished in order to have the maximum amount of time after school to focus on your athletics.

Photography by Kristy O'Bryan

What are some goals that you have for your future? Do you hope to play sports in college?
In the future, I plan to attend college and major in biomedical sciences. With that degree, I plan on going to medical school and hopefully pursuing a career in Dermatology. One thing I pride myself in, is working hard in school and my athletics so that way I have both options when it comes to deciding what school I want to attend. I would like to play sports in college, but I know I have academics to fall back on just in case that route does not work out for me.

Bailey will be featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Zeb Slone

8/28/2020

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Zeb Slone - Kentucky
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Marsha Slone
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Zeb Slone is a teen actor who has been busy with several projects this past year including music video, acting roles in historic films, westerns, dramas and comedies.
He is also a Boy Scout who enjoy the outdoors. He loves doing community service projects such as trash pick-up and also stocking the local blessing box with items for those in need.
He has been busy this year and has 21 IMDB credits which include his roles in Thandi’s Love, The Bridge and more. He is a member of the Louisa Swim Team, the LMS band, Boy Scouts, and a full-time actor.

Photography by Marsha Slone

How did you get into acting?
I decide to begin a professional acting career 2 years ago. I felt like I could have opportunities in the industry, so I talked to my parents about it. Then, we began looking for roles to apply for and I was cast in one. Then, more followed and 2 years later, here I am - an actor.

What are some of the projects in your acting career you are working on?
Over the past year, I have been in an historic film, Thandi's Love; a dramatic film called The Bridge; ParaGenex, a web superhero series and many more. Next year, I will be going to New Mexico to be in a western called Of Myth & Legend where I will play the Sheriff's son.

What do you like most about being an actor?
It is tons of fun! I love getting a character, then working to bring it to life in front of the camera. Also, I like meeting new people and making friends.

Photography by Marsha Slone

As a Boy Scout, what are some community service activities you do?
Our troop does a variety of activities each year. Some of those are trash pick-ups around our community; filling the local blessing box with food and items that people need; serving meals to Veterans and also, placing flags on Veterans' graves each year.

Why do you enjoy being a Boy Scout?
I love being outdoors - camping, hiking, fishing, campfire & hanging out with my buddies. We get to have a ton of fun while learning great skills. We do many activities to earn our merit badges and work toward the rank of Eagle Scout.

What does it mean to you knowing you are such an inspiration to others?
I hope to always be a good role model. I am glad that others look to me for inspiration. I hope we can all make the world a better place by spreading kindness, understanding and friendship to everyone we meet along the way.

Photography by Ace Images

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans?
I have a lot of dreams, one being a professional actor or I would also love to be in the military serving my country.

If you could publicly present any topic to a group of your peers, what would it be and why?
If given an opportunity to discuss a topic, I would like to encourage people to be good to their fellow man. That it is important to help others who are in need and always be kind to each other.

Photography by Marsha Slone - a behind the scene photo of a recent film project, The Bridge by JC FILMS

3 Things on your bucket list.
1. I would love to visit all 50 states and learn about their history. (History is my favorite subject).
2. I would love a military tank and be able to drive it.
3. I would love to go scuba diving and do some treasure hunting.

How do you keep your schedule straight when you are so busy?
It gets crazy sometimes and hard to focus. We try to keep a calendar with all the activities, so we do not overbook for same dates. I try to space my acting jobs out, so I can focus on each one and give it 110%. We make sure some days to have some down time and also time to do my Boy Scout activities.
Plus, my Mom is my manager and she is awesome at all the scheduling and keeping us on track for all my activities.

Zeb will be featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Haley Page

8/27/2020

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Haley Page – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Renee page
Photography by Red Elephant Studio
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Haley Page is a bright student and athlete she gives her all at practice and is always making someone smile. She is very outgoing and friendly. When she gets set on something at practice she doesn’t stop until she’s done, she’s very determined.

Photography by Renee page

What or who inspired you to start cheerleading? Who are some cheerleaders or athletes that you look up to?
In elementary school one of my friends wanted me to do an all-star team with her and I was like okay that sounds like fun and so I went and I loved it and we had one of the scariest coaches, O’Shea Parker however he has pushed me to be the best I can and he’s still currently my coach and helps with my high school team. A few cheerleaders I look up to are Gabi Butler, Morgan Simianer, and Whitney Hollman.

How long have you been cheering for? What is your favorite memory from your time cheering?
I started cheer when I was in 5th grade and haven’t stopped! My favorite memory from cheer is this year in February our team got a bid to go to nationals in Orlando at ESPN Wide World of Sports complex and we worked so hard and received 10th in the nation!

How did the global pandemic impact your cheerleading schedule for the fall? Is there a time that you went without being with your team? How did you push through that?
Currently the global pandemic has impacted many cheerleaders throughout the world. My team was supposed to attend UCA cheer camp at Panama City Beach however that got cancelled. Teams aren’t allowed to stunt because we are so close and, in each other’s face, but it sets us back because stunting is a big proportion of our scoresheets. There was a time period that we weren’t allowed to practice or tumble together and that was very challenging , however my teammates and I have been working on the little things such as sending cheers out for sideline and making sure we stretch outside of cheer for our jumps.

Photography by Renee page

What helps you balance your academics and cheerleading? What would be your advice to others who are trying to balance many things like you?
My coach is a big help in balancing these two for me personally. She makes sure we are on top of it in class and that we are doing our very best. My advice to other who are trying to balance is to do as much work in the classroom, so you don’t have much once you get home.

What are some goals that you have for your future? What would you like to be when you are older, and would you want to cheer in college?
I have many goals for myself in the future such as becoming a cheer coach as a side job of being an Orthodontist and having a happy family. I would love to cheer in college hopefully at Western Kentucky University but I know I have to work extremely hard but nothing is impossible!

What is the hardest thing you’ve ever accomplished, and how did you do it?
The hard seat thing to accomplish or overcome in cheerleading is an injury. I broke my ankle in 8th grade and was out for a little while and once I got cleared it took time to get back into tumbling and going from no weight at all to bouncing and landing on it. After a lot of workouts and stretching I came back and was ready and became better.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Advice I would give to someone who wants to be in my place today is to never give up, always try your 100%, be the best you can be, and don’t make excuses for yourself. You control everything about you and if you want something there’s nothing stopping you except for yourself.

Photography by Red Elephant Studio

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
In 5 years I see myself halfway through medical/dental school getting ready to become an Orthodontist. Working extremely hard to do the best I can and hopefully move into a house with my spouse.

What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
My favorite activity is to play with younger kids, we usually have a mini camp and the kids and I love each other. I also take a class at my Highschool that let’s me go to the elementary school to help educated a class. The students adore me and always say good afternoon Miss Haley and give me big hugs!

Do you have a hidden talent? What is it?
I don’t really have a hidden talent or at least I haven’t discovered it but I’m good at tumbling!

If you could publicly present any topic to a group of your peers, what would it be and why?
It would be about cheerleading, mathematics, sports, and/or dental hygiene because I’m very passionate about these things and I could never get bored of talking about them!

3 Things on your bucket list
Three things on my bucket list is to stay in the medical field or become an Orthodontist and not give up, go noodling, I think it would be fun to catch a big fish, and to grow up and be happy with life and not struggle.

Who do you find inspiring?
I find many people inspiring however my mom is the women who has always been my number one supporter and will always have my back. She’s always looking for the best interest in me and leading me in the right directions.

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I believe as a senior future possible captain on my cheer team and as co co-captain my previous year many of the new girls look up to me and they strive to be as determined as me. They love to show me their new skills and we get so excited for each other. They know I’m always rooting for them just as much as they are rooting for me.

Anything else you’d like to tell us?
Thank you so much for this opportunity!!

Haley will be featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Bailey Haynes

Bailey Haynes – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Kristy O'Bryan
Photography by Paula Yates Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Zeb Slone

Zeb Slone - Kentucky
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Marsha Slone
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Haley Page

Haley Page – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Renee page
Photography by Red Elephant Studio
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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Bailey Haynes – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Kristy O'Bryan
Photography by Paula Yates Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Zeb Slone - Kentucky
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Marsha Slone
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Haley Page – Kentucky
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Renee page
Photography by Red Elephant Studio
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine