From Olympic Trials to cancer survivor: Chandler swimmer finds strength through Baller Dream Foundation

Founded in 2018, the Baller Dream Foundation has touched countless lives in Arizona, offering hope and support to families facing cancer. One of its beneficiaries, Chandler swimmer Trey Hesser, fulfilled a dream of attending an NCAA basketball game at the Footprint Center, watching the Cardinals on their home field and finding a supportive community after his cancer diagnosis at the age of 19.

His story is one of resilience, beginning with a lifelong passion for swimming that prepared him for challenges far beyond the pool.

Finding his lane

Hesser started swimming at age five. Homeschooled through high school, he competed for Chandler High School and the Gold Medal Swim Club. His per

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