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Hi Hailey

Courtesy of the Van Lith family
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The Voice of the Game

Apr 14, 2025

“After your name is called Monday night, continue to be the best version of yourself you can be.”

Ahead of the WNBA draft, Hailey Van Lith’s dad, Corey, leaves an emotional voicemail for his daughter. 

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Ahead of the Super Bowl, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley’s daughter, Jada, leaves a heartwarming voicemail for her dad. 

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This is Raven Johnson in her own words: “I’ve been challenged in every possible way, and instead of quitting, I let the hard times make good times.”

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