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For the second time in as a few years, Tom Brady and Fanatics teamed up with the Make-A-Want Basis to make a baby’s dream come true at Fanatics Fest.
Axton Robertson, a 12-year-old most cancers affected person, went on a $200 procuring spree on the second annual fest at Javits Heart in New York earlier than his want to meet the seven-time Tremendous Bowl champ was granted.
Regardless of residing in Tennessee, Robertson is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan due to Brady. (He thinks they’re nonetheless in good fingers with Baker Mayfield.) He was virtually speechless forward of assembly Brady, admitting he was “slightly bit nervous.”
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Axton Robertson and Tom Brady play catch throughout Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Heart on June 20, 2025, in New York Metropolis. (Noam Galai/Getty Pictures for Fanatics)
However his pleasure stage was at a “12,” an ode to Brady’s uniform quantity.
“He is such an important inspiration. I identical to him,” Robertson informed to FOX Enterprise.
Robertson used his spending spree on – you guessed it – Brady jerseys, one among which was a Michigan uniform.
“I have been serving to with Make-A-Want for some time, and it is at all times simply a tremendous expertise. There’s lots of people that cope with some tough conditions. It is nice to listen to their tales, want them phrases of encouragement, and make enjoyable day trip of it. It is superior,” Brady informed reporters after the meet-and-greet.
With the second annual Fanatics Fest in full impact, Robertson will now get an opportunity to identify quite a few top-notch athletes all through the weekend, together with Derek Jeter, Peyton and Eli Manning, LeBron James, and way more.
Tom Brady and Axton Robertson attend Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Heart on June 20, 2025, in New York Metropolis. (Noam Galai/Getty Pictures for Fanatics)
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“Fanatics is doing a little nice issues in bringing so many of those needs to this Fanatics Fest. It is simply particular for everyone, as a result of everybody’s right here. Not solely do you get to fulfill us, however you get to be part of this complete expertise. The entire day is enjoyable for everyone.”
“That is very thrilling. It is nearly overwhelming,” added his mom, Courtney. “Tom Brady is admittedly how he bought into soccer. He can let you know all day, day-after-day, that Tom Brady is the GOAT, he actually respects him. The anticipation has been constructing, and the truth that the day is lastly right here, it is surreal.”
“It is an honor to be a part of their journey and assist carry their want to life,” mentioned Fanatics Basis govt director Grace Farraj.
Axton Robertson and Tom Brady attend Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Heart on June 20, 2025, in New York Metropolis. (Noam Galai/Getty Pictures for Fanatics)
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Since their partnership started in October 2023, Fanatics and Make-A-Want have granted greater than 600 needs.
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