Jake, a lifelong baseball player, was diagnosed with metastatic Ewing Sarcoma in 2023 after arm pain led to the discovery of a tumor. He completed chemotherapy and major surgery, and is now in remission—grateful, strong, and excited for what’s ahead.

Jake

Nathan is a graduate from the University of Oklahoma who enjoys traveling, climbing mountains, running races, and being with friends. Currently Nathan is training for both the Hawaii Ironman and climbing Kilimanjaro. 

Nathan

William is a graduate from the University of Oklahoma who loves spending time with his family and friends. In his free time William enjoys playing and watching sports as well as traveling. 
He thrives on setting ambitious goals and pushing his limits through endurance sports.

William

Luke, a University of Oklahoma graduate and fourth-year med student at OU College of Medicine plans to specialize in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and sees this fundraiser as a meaningful way to support families in need.

Luke

Jalen is a University of Oklahoma grad who loves traveling, hiking, Muay Thai, movies, and time with friends. He’s visited 13 countries across 4 continents and lived in New Zealand, gaining a global perspective that reminds him how connected we all are. As the stepbrother of a childhood cancer survivor, this mission is deeply personal and meaningful.

Jalen

Sean is a University of Oklahoma grad whose love for photography, travel, and golf fuels his passion to fight cancer—a cause close to his heart. He's taking on this climb to honor the strength of children facing serious illness and to raise awareness and support for their journey.

Sean

Zach is a University of Oklahoma graduate who enjoys the outdoors and photography. Climbing Kilimanjaro, he honors those facing life's toughest battles, especially children with pediatric cancer. Through his partnership with Salood, Zach is proud to support these families and give back.

Zach

Jarred is a University of Oklahoma grad working in finance in Dallas. Passionate about music, travel, and backpacking, climbing Kilimanjaro is a long-time goal to push limits and inspire others. After raising money for a local hospital in college, Jarred eagerly joined Salood to make a meaningful impact again.

Jarred

Andrew, a software engineer and University of Oklahoma grad in Dallas, enjoys traveling, gaming, and time with loved ones. Excited to take on this challenge with friends, he’s eager to push his limits while supporting a cause that makes a real difference.

Andrew

David is a University of Oklahoma grad in sports entertainment and seasoned traveler with a passion for people and purpose. As the oldest in the group, he’s ready to lead the climb and continue his family’s legacy of giving, using meaningful challenges to leave the world better than he found it.

David