David Richardson, Bob Bové Branch – A Thornwood Legacy

DAVID RICHARDSON

David has been a Club member for 9 years. During his membership, he has been able to impact his fellow teen members with his ability to positively connect with others despite their unlikely compatibility and differences. David has a 3.64 GPA at Agua Fria High School, is a Drill Commander and Color Guard Commander in his Air Force JROTC program, is active at his church, and is on the basketball team. Through these programs, he has acquired over 40 volunteer hours through the Boys & Girls Club this year, and over 270 volunteer hours with the Air Force JROTC. He plans on enlisting in the Marine Corps following graduation. He hopes to dedicate his life to preserving freedom and keeping people safe. He also hopes to inspire others to serve their country and continue their education.

Q: What are you enjoying most about High School?

I enjoy spending time with friends and making memories. I enjoy playing baseball and teaching drill in our Air Force JROTC unit.

Q: What is one thing (or your favorite thing) you’ve had the opportunity to do because of the Boys & Girls Clubs?

During the summers, I have been able to go on field trips to other clubs and sporting events, both are lots of fun and full of new people.

Q: What excites you most about the future?

I’m excited to see how far I can go, if I’ll succeed in business or any other career, who I’ll meet, and where God takes me.

Q: What are you most proud of about yourself?

I’m always honest with people, I consider myself to have a strong moral compass, and I’m very proud of myself for being an outgoing person.

Q: What advice would you give to Youth like yourself?

I would push them to be the best they could be, go as far as they could in life, you only get one, so make it as awesome as you can.

Age: 17

Agua Fria High School

Bob Bove Branch - A Thornwood Legacy Branch

Member Since: 2012

Career Goal: Marine Corps