HUMBLE, TX — Marvel Kidz Elite Track & Field, of Clewiston, wrapped up an unforgettable second season with 12 athletes qualifying and 10 competing at the AAU Junior Olympics held at Humble High School located in Humble, Texas, July 26 - Aug. 2.

The full roster of Junior Olympic qualifiers included Micheal Bussott, Legend Lee, Londyn Lee, Lennox Lee, Cattleya Fortune, Benjamin Pearson, Dyaunte Shaw, Kyng Fryson, Zamirah McDonald, Jovan Drummond, Cody Horne, and Tavarus Holmes. Special recognition goes to Kyng Fryson, who competed in the 11U Boys Pentathlon champion, London Lee - JT champ and Legend Lee - JT Champ.

At the AAU Club Championships, Lennox Lee (race walk), Cattleya Fortune (race walk), Cody Horne (high jump), and Benjamin Pearson (high jump) all earned the prestigious title of All-American.

Making history for Marvel Kidz Elite, Dyaunte Shaw became the club’s first-ever Junior Olympic medalist and All-American, placing in high jump after entering the event seeded #43. Shaw delivered a gutsy performance with a new personal best, making his coach and teammates incredibly proud.

“I knew he could do it said,” coach Mikalah. “But he had to believe it himself and he did.”

“This second year has been nothing short of amazing,” said Coach Mikalah Johnson. “I’m so blessed and grateful for all the support, the dedication of our athletes, and the help from coaches like Pope, Ravin, Khalil and everyone who believed in this program. Watching the kids grow and achieve on this level is a dream come true.”

Marvel Kidz Elite has proven in just two seasons that they are a rising force in youth track and field, with more big moments ahead.

The team thanks the following sponsors: Clyde Johnson contracting & Roofing, T.Seales Services LLC, TRPS, D Lou’s, Joseph Project 863 Inc, Colibranna Consulting, Arie Gripz , Harlem Headliners, FamiLEE Hoops Academy, Famous Yams, Drell’s Touch, Visionary Graphics, Pretty Wasted, Club Gossip, First Bank, and family.