Joe's Hero Profile
Name: Joe Gavriloff
Age: 16
Hometown: Kent
Alias: The Lineman
Side kicks: His twin sister, Elizabeth, his brother, Chris, who also plays football, and his football and lacrosse teammates.
Super power: Tackling strength. Joe is able to tackle any challenge life gives him. Through strength and determination, he’s able to tackle obstacles to the ground and never look back.
When he’s not busy overcoming obstacles: Joe stays busy training and practicing as a lineman for the Kent Roosevelt High School football team. He also enjoys watching “The Flash” on television, reading comic books and hanging out with friends.
Did you know fact: Joe sings in his high school’s choir.
Why Joe is a #ACHero:
Joe was diagnosed with severe hearing loss when he was 5 years old. He’s never looked at his impairment as a setback, rather as something that makes him stronger. While his hearing does pose some everyday obstacles, he doesn’t let it stop him from doing the things he enjoys like playing sports, achieving high academic marks and serving as a role model for younger kids with a hearing disability.
I’m fundraising as part of the FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay. Funds raised through my online fundraising page will assist patients and their families at Akron Children’s Hospital.
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