Belizean Teen Basketballer Seeks Community Support to Compete in Ohio

A Belizean rising basketball star is facing the biggest opportunity of his young career, but he needs the help of his community to make it a reality. In a Facebook post, 17-year-old Tevaughn Dawson announced that he has been selected to compete in the 2025 AAU Basketball Tournament, the Dru Joyce Classic, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Dawson stated, “This is an NCAA-certified tournament where I, along with my teammates, will have the chance to showcase our talent in front of college scouts, potentially earning a scholarship to play college basketball in the USA or Canada.”

To make this opportunity a reality, Dawson reached out to his friends, family, and supporters for financial assistance. He said, “The total cost for this trip is $3,501.00 BZE, which covers the round-trip flight, hotel accommodations (with breakfast), travel insurance, tickets to an NBA game, and sightseeing in Cleveland.” 

Dawson added that his family has already paid the $750 deposit, but he is now turning to his community for help. He is seeking donations to cover the remaining $2,751 needed by March 2025. “If you would like to contribute and support me in making this dream a reality, please feel free to make a donation to the following bank account,” he added.

The Atlantic Bank account number is 2120057439 under the name Tevaughn Albert Dawson.

Dawson added, “I am truly grateful for your help in making this once-in-a-lifetime experience possible.”