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Bunchie Young is an American football player playing runningback and safety for the Olympic Heights HS Lions. He is known for his remarkable athleticism and skills, having already been featured on SportsCenter's Top 10 plays for his incredible touchdown run in 2015. Young is also the youngest recipient of Athletic Director's Award in 2018.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bunchie Young is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On December 9, 2006, Maxwell 'Bunchie' Young was born in Los Angeles, California.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Starts Playing Football</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 5, Bunchie began playing football, showcasing his natural talent.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Named Sports Illustrated's SportsKid of the Year</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bunchie was named Sports Illustrated's SportsKid of the Year at the age of 10.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Appears in Super Bowl Commercial</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bunchie starred in an NFL Super Bowl commercial, further increasing his fame.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives College Scholarship Offer</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bunchie received a college scholarship offer from the University of Illinois at the age of 12.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stars in Reality TV Show</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bunchie starred in his own reality TV show, "Bunchie," highlighting his athletic journey.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continues Athletic Career</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bunchie continued his athletic career, setting his sights on future success in football.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Who doesn’t love a prodigy?</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>He’s considered a child prodigy and that, in itself, is impressive. And it’s difficult not to love a kid like Young, with his bright-colored hair and his can-do-it attitude. He is pretty cool as well. Everyone wants to be like Bunchie.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>His talent is incredible</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>All you have to do to confirm this is to watch a clip or two of Young on the field. He is seriously talented, and we can’t wait to see what he does next.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>His story is very inspiring</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>He’s an athlete extraordinaire, he’s keeping up with his studies, he’s on the student council at school, and he’s not naturally boastful. Did we mention he likes being on teams because of the whole team bonding thing? His attitude and dedication inspire even us to get up and play a sport, so we can only imagine his effect on kids his own age.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Barry Sanders is his inspiration</h3><p class='facts-text'>Young puts the N.F.L. Hall of Famer at the top of his list of biggest football inspirations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>He has his own reality show</h3><p class='facts-text'>When most kids would have sat on their accomplishments, Young starred in his own reality show called "Bunchie!"</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>He wants to own a football team</h3><p class='facts-text'>Apart from being in the N.F.L. and even becoming a broadcaster, Young has announced that he wants to own his own football team one day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>His father once wanted him to quit</h3><p class='facts-text'>He had concerns that the youngster's rigorous training would harm his health even before he starts high school.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>He tries to set a good example</h3><p class='facts-text'>He always posts inspiring and supportive messages on his Instagram to his followers.</p></div></div>
Young already has a college scholarship, and he’s caught the interest of many other college recruiters.
Young has acted — as himself — in the reality shows “Bunchie!” and “No Days Off.”
In 2022, Young was in the eight grade at KIPP Scholar Academy.
