BOY AND GIRL OF THE YEAR 2025
Ralph Wilson Youth Club awards a Boy and Girl of the Month monthly over the duration of the year to club members who exemplify qualities of leadership, kindness, selflessness, and are courteous to others. The award is voted on by the staff of RWYC and is presented monthly. Winners of the monthly award are eligible to win the annual Boy and Girl of the Year Award.
ava
givan
Ava Givan is a 5th grade student at Belton ISD’s James Burrell Elementary. Ava’s tenure with Ralph Wilson Youth Club spans four years. Known for an infectious smile and a level of wisdom that exceeds her years, Ava’s time at the youth club has been nothing short of superb. Ava demonstrates focus and tenacity in all her endeavors. Her commitment to honing her craft in the sports of basketball and fastpitch softball is evident in her time in the gym. It is a clockwork routine for her to gather with other members and staff to challenge one another in various drills related to her sports. She has been a standout player at the pitcher and second base positions on the softball field. In addition, her RWYC basketball teams have excelled under her guidance as the point guard. Although her athletic achievements are obvious, Ava demonstrates the same focus in the classroom. She is an A-B student that has already set her sights on being a nurse. In her spare time, she enjoys a nice steak dinner. Her favorite athlete is former University of Alabama and current professional softball pitcher Montana Fouts. Ava is the daughter of Roneisha Spencer and James Givan. Ava Givan is your 2025 Girl of the Year.
J’Ceon
Chiles-Taplin
J’Ceon Chiles-Taplin is a 5th grade student at Temple ISD’s Raye-Allen Elementary. J’Ceon has been attending Ralph Wilson Youth Club for the past four years. As a lifelong resident of Temple, J’Ceon’s family has deep ties to Blue Front White back and the Wildcat Nation. J’Ceon defines what it means to be a ‘club kid’. He is never one to sit still as he is a constant blur in the gymnasium. His athletic prowess is on display on the football field and basketball court. He is the quarterback for the Temple Chargers team, and he is often the leader on his basketball team. In addition to attending the youth club, J’Ceon has been a participant in RWYC’s basketball program for 4 years. J’Ceon’s favorite football player is George Pickens and his favorite basketball player is Michael Jordan. His favorite area of study in school is math. Given his choice of meals, he prefers Wing Stop’s BBQ wings. J’Ceon Chiles-Taplin is the son of Ajah Jones. J’Ceon Chiles-Taplin is your 2025 Boy of the Year.
2025 boy & girl of the month
Taylin Alexander – May
Avery Stevens – May
Kaydence Gibson – June
J’Ceon Chiles-Taplin – June
Vayda Berry – July
Cooper Macey – July
Emeri Butler – August
Zane Reeders – August
Kynli Yates – September
Callen Curlee – September