TEAM
DRAMA
LILY M.
DRAMA CO-CAPTAIN
Lily Miles is a student at Warrenton High School, entering her junior year. This is her third year on BreakDown St. Louis. In her first year, she served on stage; in her second year, she joined the drama team. This year marks her first time serving as Drama Co-Captain on CORE.
JAKE E.
DRAMA CO-CAPTAIN
Jake is so excited for this next year on BreakDown St. Louis. This will be his second year on the team, and the Lord has used BreakDown in powerful ways to grow and mature him into a man after God’s heart. He is currently a junior in high school and is involved with FCA at his school.
MARYN A.
ACTOR
Maryn is 18 years old and a senior at Lindbergh High School. She has participated in both track and swim throughout her entire high school career. Maryn loves all things food, especially trying and exploring new dishes. Along with that, her favorite hobby is cooking.
MAX P.
ACTOR
Max is a junior at Francis Howell High School. This will be his second year on the drama team and his first year serving as the prayer team lead. In his spare time, Max is involved in his school’s Bible study, FCA, and youth group, and he loves spending time talking with his friends.
BRENT R.
ACTOR
Brent is so excited to begin his second year as a drama member and to serve the BreakDown St. Louis team in any way he can. Last year, he learned so much about responsibility, acting, chivalry, and honoring the Lord. Now he’s eager to apply those lessons and demonstrate that growth as a veteran on the team.
JEREMIAH B.
ACTOR
Jeremiah Bogan is a sophomore at STLCC and is looking forward to growing in Christ, laying down pride for humility, and becoming a vessel God can use. He’s considering getting involved in sports, though he’s still thinking through his options.
JACKSON G.
ACTOR
Jackson is a senior at Fox High School and is currently in his first year with BreakDown St. Louis as a Drama team member. He previously played soccer and baseball, but after a conviction, he stepped away from sports and turned his focus toward ministry teams such as BreakDown. Since joining the team, Jackson has grown in confidence and discovered the strength that comes from being part of a faith‑driven community.
ALLYSON B.
ACTOR
Allyson Brown is a junior at Oakville Senior High School. She is involved in FCA and plays field hockey in the fall. This is her first year on the BreakDown St. Louis Drama team, and she is eager to see how God moves through the ministry. She is also excited to continue growing as a daughter of Christ.
COLE N.
ACTOR
Cole is a junior at Liberty Christian Academy. He plays basketball, soccer, and runs track. He loves going to the gym with his friends. Cole accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at the age of 10, drifted away for a season, and then recommitted his life to Christ in seventh grade. Just this year, he was baptized.
TECH&STAGE
ABBI M.
STAGE MANAGER
Abbi is so excited for this year on BreakDown STL! This is her second year on the team, and she serves as a member of Stage Crew. BreakDown means so much to her, as it has helped her find a firm foundation in Jesus and grow a deep love for sharing the good news of Christ. She can’t wait to see the ways God will continue to grow her this year.
ELLIETTE J.
STAGE CREW
This is Ellie! She is a junior at Francis Howell High School and is so excited for her second year on the BreakDown STL team, this time serving on the stage crew. Ellie enjoys playing tennis both inside and outside of school, as well as spending time with friends.
LUKE B.
TECH CREW
Luke Brown is a sophomore at Parkway Central High School and plays on the school’s tennis team, while also enjoying tennis with friends and family outside of school. He loves being active, whether that’s playing tennis, spending time outdoors, hanging out with friends, listening to music, or working out.
JUDAH B.
TECH CREW
Judah is 15 years old, entering the 10th grade, and is a member of his school’s wrestling team. He loves spending time with friends, working out, wrestling, and playing video games. Judah has a strong desire to grow in his ability to teach others about Jesus and to share the gospel clearly and confidently. BreakDown has helped him connect with new people his age who share similar values and goals, and he’s grateful for the community it’s given him.
PEER MOBILIZERS
EMMA C.
PEER MOBILIZER CO-CAPTAIN
Emma is a junior at Francis Howell High School, and this is her third year on the BreakDown STL team and her second year serving as a Peer Mobilizer Co‑Captain. Over the past few years, BreakDown has been a powerful place of growth for her, sharpening her confidence, deepening her relationship with Jesus, and igniting a passion for servant leadership. She’s especially grateful for how the team has taught her to love boldly and lead with intentionality.
CHRISTIAN M.
PEER MOBILIZER CO-CAPTAIN
Christian is entering his second year on BreakDown St. Louis, and this will be his first year on CORE as a Peer Mobilizer and Outreach Co‑Captain. After completing his first year on the team, he feels confident stepping into the calling the Lord has placed on his life,to be a leader and a light wherever he goes. He has also developed a growing passion for understanding the hearts and minds of people.
ELIJAH T.
PEER MOBILIZER
Elijah Tucker is a senior at Veritas Christian Academy. He sees this year in BreakDown St. Louis as an important season for growing in relationships, not only with others, but even more with his Lord and Savior. Looking back, the difference between freshman‑year Elijah and senior‑year Elijah feels like looking at two completely different people, thanks to the impact BreakDown has had on his life.
LOGAN C.
PEER MOBILIZER
Logan Clipper is homeschooled and entering his junior year of high school. BreakDown St. Louis has taught him valuable skills such as effective communication and strong leadership. Logan enjoys playing basketball, running track, and riding motor vehicles.
KAYLEE W.
PEER MOBILIZER
Kaylee is a senior at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, majoring in Elementary Education. This is her first year with BreakDown St. Louis, and she’s eager for the new adventures ahead. She’s especially excited to grow in what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus through the outreach team.
CJ B.
PEER MOBILIZER
CJ Benavides is a senior at Francis Howell Central and is looking forward to getting to know everyone and building new friendships. He hopes to grow in discipleship and strengthen his ability to lead others well. CJ plays basketball and volleyball, and he loves meeting new people and being part of a team.
CARLEIGH S
PEER MOBILIZER
Carleigh is excited to grow in her relationship with the Lord. She hopes to strengthen her communication skills and become more outgoing throughout the year. She is involved in cheer, stunt, and FCA, and she loves cleaning, shopping, and running.
RYAN J.
PEER MOBILIZER
Ryan is a junior at Fox High School, and this is his first year on BreakDown St. Louis’ Peer Mobilizer team. He loves playing football, spending time with friends, and growing in his relationship with Jesus.
SOCIAL MEDIA
KATELYN P.
SOCIAL MEDIA | DRAMA
Katelyn Peterson is a sophomore at North Point High School, and this is her second year on BreakDown St. Louis. She serves as the Social Media Lead on CORE and is also a member of the Drama team. Katelyn is eager to grow and excited to see the ways God will move this year.