Freshman Nathan Merriman, an exuberant young teenager, went into the New Year with his closest friends, creating lasting memories of laughter and camaraderie. Nathan shared his ambitious resolutions for the year – a commitment to bench press 300 pounds and achieve an impressive 4.3-second sprint. Nathan had said, “I want my bench and sprint to go up for football it is important for the position I’m playing.” Fueled by the support and encouragement of his friends, Nathan’s New Year’s resolution became a shared mission. The group transformed casual hangouts into impromptu workouts to achieve his goal. Nathan said, “I enjoy doing things with my friends so I’m glad I’m doing it with them and not alone.” Nathan’s journey to bench press 300 pounds and clock a 4.3-second run became a testament to himself. Together with his friends, they are going to navigate the highs and lows of physical training, celebrating incremental victories and pushing through all the challenges they face. Nathan said, “I do everything with my friends from hanging out to playing sports.” As the year unfolds, Nathan hopes that when the year unfolds he will inspire his friends to work hard and not give up and create a ripple effect of motivation within the close-knit circle. Nathan said, “I hope by the end of this year I get my bench and speed up and me and my friends get closer than we are now.”  When the clock strikes midnight the next New Year’s Eve, Nathan hopes he meets his goals, proving that resolutions fueled by friendship could lead to transformative results. Nathan said, “I hope by the end of the year I can complete my goals.” Nathan’s New Year’s party was a burst of joy and excitement, filled with laughter and shared moments. Nathan said, ” I had fun I’m glad I went into the New Year with my friends now I couldn’t ask for anyone else.” Surrounded by his energetic friends, the celebration brimmed with lively conversations, music, and contagious enthusiasm, creating an unforgettable night of fun and camaraderie.