To the little siblings who are always there…
The ones who tag along for every training and game.
The ones who make the car ride an adventure, packed with camping chairs, portable fans, gadgets, snacks, and anything else that might keep them entertained for hours on end.
The ones who befriend fellow team siblings, who play Mobile Legends or Roblox on the sidelines, then suddenly dash off for a game of tag around those white boundary lines outside the badminton court.
The ones who turn concession stands into money pits, always hungry, always asking for snacks, and always needing someone to accompany them to the bathroom. The ones who keep asking, “Is it done yet?”
The ones who seem barely interested…until their big sibling makes a huge play and suddenly, they’re cheering louder than anyone else in the crowd.
The ones who fall asleep waiting for the final match to end, wherever they can find a cozy spot.
The ones who proudly take on the role of “official photographer,” snapping blurry action shots and capturing memories in between bites of fried chicken and pancit canton.
We see you, little ones.
And when it’s your turn someday, when you’re the ones stepping onto the court, field, or stage, you’ll get all that same love, support, and cheering right back.
Until then, thanks for being the #1 sideline MVPs.
by Brooke Teel 
