Whiz Kid: Maddy Dimond, 8
School:
Accomplishment: Learned to do a back flip.
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Key to Awesomeness: Though Maddy's taken gymnastics and learned good form and how to do a backwards somersault, the back flip eluded her. Until one day on a friend's trampoline she had the courage to try it with her friend's example and encouragement. Squealing, she tried and failed at her first attempt but didn't give up. And it paid off!
Maddy says, “I believed in myself. That's why I got it the second time.”
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Maddy's friend says she's a determined and hard-working young person. With trust in herself, drive and a little leap (or back-leap) of faith, this Whiz Kid accomplished her goal and is an example for kids everywhere to go for the gold!
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