05/09/2026
ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: MARK “JUNIOR” McGOWAN 🏆
Congratulations to Junior for winning MVP of the entire Desert Showcase and leading the 760 Valley Boys to the 14U Sevens Tournament Championship as their starting quarterback.
If you know Junior, then you know this journey was not easy for him, even from birth. If you know his backstory, you know he’s had to overcome adversity, being doubted, bullied, picked on, and facing trials that so many kids go through growing up.
But instead of folding, he kept showing up.
From where he started to where he’s at now is a true testament to hard work, discipline, dedication, and mental resilience. Day after day, he committed himself to rewiring his body, sharpening his mind, and building belief within himself.
That’s what this is really about.
At Category 5 Training, we believe every child has greatness inside of them. Sometimes they just need the right environment, structure, mentorship, and belief around them to unlock their full potential.
We are not only building athletes, we are helping shape these kids into who they are truly meant to become.
We love you Junior! We’re proud of you! Keep going. 🌪️
Your best season is your best off-season.