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Caden O'Dwyer on the Cusp of Advancing in Youth Athlete of the Year Competition

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Caden O'Dwyer, a talented young athlete from Vernon, is in a heated competition to appear in a 3BRAND advertisement in Sports Illustrated Magazine. As a dual-sport athlete, O'Dwyer excels in both football and basketball, and his dedication has earned him recognition in the Youth Athlete of the Year online contest organized by Colossal.org. The competition, which began on July 28, is a massive online event featuring over 4,600 original groups, with O'Dwyer currently leading his group. The grand prize includes a $25,000 cheque and the opportunity to showcase his talents in a prestigious national publication.

Key Takeaways:

  • Caden O'Dwyer, a Vernon football/basketball player, is competing in the Youth Athlete of the Year online contest, organized by Colossal.org, to appear in a 3BRAND advertisement in Sports Illustrated Magazine.
  • O'Dwyer is currently leading his group in the contest, which began on July 28 and features over 4,600 original groups.
  • The competition is a multi-phased event, with public voting beginning on July 28 and progressing to top-10 voting, group finals, and wildcard round voting, culminating in the selection of the 2025 Grand Prize Youth Athlete of the Year winner.
  • The grand prize includes a $25,000 cheque and the opportunity to appear in a 3BRAND advertisement in Sports Illustrated Magazine.
  • O'Dwyer has a strong athletic background, having recently been named to Team B.C. for the U17 Western Challenge Football Championship in Kelowna and earning offensive MVP for B.C. in their bronze medal-win over Manitoba.
  • Colossal.org, the organizer of the contest, is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and for people in need.

Statistics:

  • Over 4,600 original groups are participating in the Youth Athlete of the Year online contest.
  • Public voting began on July 28.
  • Top-20 voting was held on August 7.
  • Top-15 voting was held from August 7-14.
  • Top-10 voting ends on August 21.
  • Quarterfinals voting will run from September 8-18.
  • Semifinals voting will be held from September 19-25.
  • The 2025 Grand Prize Youth Athlete of the Year winner will be announced on or before October 17, 2025.

Sources:

  • "Vernon's O'Dwyer leading pack in online competition", Vernon Morning Star, no date specified.
  • Colossal.org website, accessed August 21, 2025.
  • "Youth Athlete of the Year Contest Rules", Colossal.org, no date specified.

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