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Meet Carmela

15-year-old Carmela constantly felt stressed by the pressures of school and life. She was often angry. So she looked for something to do after school that would help her “escape” her worries. Carmela found what she needed at Haven House’s Second Round program. The program uses boxing and fitness to help youth find a positive path. Carmela says the program has helped her become stronger – physically and mentally.“Second Round has made me more confident in myself,” she says. “The workouts showed me that I can accomplish things I didn’t know I could. I am healthier and less stressed … I still get mad, but Second Round helped me learn how to control my anger.”

And Carmela’s future is as bright as the smile she is hiding behind her gloves. “I want to coach others, get good grades, and go to college.And I want to use what I’ve learned in Second Round to help me along the way.”

Watch ABC11’s story on Carmela and Second Round:
https://tinyurl.com/carmelastory

For other inspiring stories, visit https://havenhouse.rallybound.org/Static/stories