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Hello! My name is Anne Collins and I am a sophomore at Timpview High School, and along with every other girl on this trip, I love soccer. I play outside midfield/forward, and there’s no better feeling than making a perfect pass or shooting the perfect goal. My life when I’m not playing soccer consists of skiing all winter, swimming, playing tennis with my friends, hanging out with my grandma, traveling with whoever will let me tag along, and listening to music. In school, History and English are my forte’s, while math and chemistry on the other hand…

I have a great family: parents who keep me headed in the right direction and support me in everything I do, an older brother who keeps things interesting, an older sister that sets a great example, me, and then a hilarious little brother that keeps us all laughing. I love to have fun and meet new people, I love being able to talk and teach, and the best feeling in the world is when I am able to help others. This is all why I cannot wait to get to Uganda.

This is not just a trip around the globe with my amazing team, but an incredible opportunity to make a difference in the world. “Goals for Girls” is a phenomenal motto that I definitely believe in. And if I can help get this message across to the girls we’ll be playing soccer with, then mission accomplished.

When people ask me what this project is really about, or what I expect to get out of this trip, I answer them with this. The girls in Uganda have gone through and endure daily so much more than I can fathom. By going on this trip to Uganda and meeting with these girls, I can inspire hope in the lives of children who more than deserve it. I have the opportunity to renew ambition, optimism, and determination. I know that this will be a life changing experience for me as well. The fundraising and preparation is time-consuming and a lot of work, but I know it will be worth it.

I have a goal to make a difference. What’s yours? I can’t wait to reach this goal and get to Uganda. Thank you everyone, those who have helped me, and all those who have helped turn this entire trip from a dream into a reality.