Max Roberts loved nothing more than to watch sports, especially sports being played by his nieces and nephews.

And one niece in particular brought him a great amount of joy, although he knew his time with her was dwindling and wanted to let her know what he meant to her.

Before Max died earlier this year, he told his niece he wanted greatness. He had seen glimpses of it in her, but he wanted more. Nothing less than an undefeated season with a state championship would do, Max said, his final challenge to her.

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