Ismael Ox

About Ismael Ox

I am a para taekwondo athlete currently training with teamUSA. I was born in Niger, where I began Taekwondo at the age of seven. Taekwondo is like air to me; it is part of what has kept me alive and gives me motivation to get up every day. I became African Champion in 2018 after having been Niger champion athlete for four consecutive years. I had the opportunity to come to the USA at the end of 2018 at the age of 17 to compete at the Pan-American and have been in the USA ever since. Coming here has allowed me to take my taekwondo to the next level and join teamUSA development team, hoping to qualify for the Olympics under the American flag. I am a strong believer in hard work and perseverance in the face of adversity. My goal as an athlete is to teach my love of the sport to young athletes and assist in introducing Taekwondo to the American people. My goal as a person is to teach young people that no matter what challenges a person encounters in life, determination, honesty, and hard work (no matter how big or small) will help life unfold and present you with opportunities along the way to improve your condition and keep going forward. My motto is “Strong like Ox,” place your eye on the prize and keep at it until you reach.

Experience

1. Lead Coach

   Mindful Sports

   Aug 2024 — Present · US

   Lead Coach | Soccer, Baseball, American Football, VolleyballMindful Sports is dedicated to making sports enjoyable and accessible for every child. At Mindful Sports, I coach in multiple sports such as soccer, baseball, American football, and volleyball. My role involves designing and facilitating engaging games and activities that combine athletic skills with creative fun for kids. We focus on creating a supportive environment where children can thrive, whether they’re new to sports or have experience at higher levels.Our programs emphasize mindfulness, helping children develop self-regulation skills, manage challenging emotions, and enhance their focus. By integrating mindfulness into our sports training, we prepare kids to handle various challenges both on and off the field while ensuring they have a blast.

Education

• Borough of Manhattan Community College

  GED

• Millennium High School

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA