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A Portable Basketball Hoop so that Tony can spend more time outside

Posted Apr 14, 2023
Tony loves to play basketball! He gets to go to the gym to play basketball sometimes, but he would really love to be able to shoot some hoops at his foster home and be able to spend some time outside. Tony's foster home doesn't have a basketball hoop because his neighborhood has some strict regulations about keeping hoops in the driveway! This hoop would be perfect for Tony because it is just the right he- he is very tall!- but it is also on wheels, so Tony is able to lower it and roll it back into the garage when he's done playing for the day! Tony would love to be able to get outside more because it helps him be in a better mood, and being able to play basketball helps him stay physically active and keep his mind off of other things that are happening in his life. Tony has been asking about getting a basketball hoop every single week, and it would just make him so happy to finally get the update that one is on the way for him!

Tony is 15 years old and lives in OH

Tony is a quiet, reserved young man who is trying to make the most of his time in foster care. He does really well in school and enjoys learning new things. He loves to play all different types of sports, especially basketball, to help him cope with his situation of being in foster care. Tony also loves getting to play video games with his younger brother and tries to be a good role model for his brother.

The Wish Story

The Buckeye Ranch Foster Care Program requests this wish for James.

One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.

Awesome Human grants the wish for Tony! Thanks Awesome Human.

"Hey Tony! Growing up i was most at peace when i was able to go outside and shoot some hoops. Even as an adult, basketball is still there when I need it. It's there for me when I'm up, when I'm down and everything in between. The game taught be to be a better man, the importance of teamwork and putting trust into others. This game can help take you wherever you dream to go. I really hope you enjoy the net! Who knows, maybe one day you'll make it to the pros. Good luck to you young man! "

One Simple Wish sends the gift to the The Buckeye Ranch for Tony.

The Buckeye Ranch receives the wish!

Tony receives the gift from The Buckeye Ranch !

"Thank you so much for thinking of Tony! He is over the moon to have this new basketball hoop and is so excited to get to play ball with his foster brothers!"

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