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Samaya Carreon: Our First Scholarship Recipient

Meet Samaya Carreon, Tap Out Barriers’ first scholarship recipient, and read her message to other young people.

August 19, 2026· Tap Out Barriers
Samaya Carreon, Tap Out Barriers' first scholarship recipient.

Recipient Spotlight

Samaya Carreon

Tap Out Barriers First Scholarship Recipient

“I will use this opportunity to show others that no matter where you come from or what challenges you face, hard work and belief in yourself can open doors.”

Samaya Carreon

Samaya Carreon is the first scholarship recipient of Tap Out Barriers. Her story represents the mission of our organization: helping youth and young adults ages 10–24 overcome financial barriers to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training, essential gear, mentorship, and competition opportunities.

“I will use this opportunity to show others that no matter where you come from or what challenges you face, hard work and belief in yourself can open doors.”

— Samaya Carreon

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