The Doernbecher Freestyle program returns for its 22nd year with six new patient-designers — each with their own unique story of bravery, gratitude and hope. They worked with Nike design teams to create their own limited-edition footwear collection inspired by their personal healthcare journey, with all profits benefiting the hospital where they received care. They are excited to share their designs with you.
Meet the 2026 Doernbecher Freestyle patient-designers:
AURORA
Age: 9
Hometown: Longview, WA
Diagnosis: Bilateral dysplastic kidneys
Favorite athlete: Anyone on the Seattle Seahawks
Favorite activity: Dance
Inspiration: Watching people who never give up
AVERY
Age: 13
Hometown: Tualatin, OR
Diagnosis: Obsessive compulsive disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Favorite sport: Ballet or baseball
Perfect day: Spending time in Paris with her friends, family and Taylor Swift
Future goal: To change the world for the better
CHARLYE
Age: 15
Hometown: Vancouver, WA
Diagnosis: Osteosarcoma
Favorite activity: Swimming and tanning at the beach or pool
Favorite athlete: Shaedon Sharpe
Future goal: To become a traveling pediatric oncology nurse
KAMORYN
Age: 17
Hometown: Dallas, OR
Diagnosis: Hip osteoarthritis
Favorite hobby: Playing video games with his siblings
Favorite outfit: Sweatpants and a hoodie
Future goal: To become an architect
OWEN
Age: 11
Hometown: Creswell, OR
Diagnosis: Chronic kidney disease
Favorite hobby: Riding dirtbikes
Inspiration: His Mom, Dad and siblings
Favorite meal: Bean and cheese burritos
ROYCE
Age: 12
Hometown: Irrigon, OR
Diagnosis: Tracheoesophageal fistula
Favorite sports: Football, basketball and rodeo
Future goal: Become a professional Bucking Bull Stock Contractor
Heroes: His friends, family and Dr. Krishnaswami
