Beating the Odds

The blonde boy grinned as he saw the tall gates ahead of him. “Finally!” He sighed, adjusting the position of his small backpack, which had been thrown over his shoulder. His blue eyes scanned the writing on the gate, taking in its glory. “Konoha Sports Academy.” The tanned boy read aloud, flashing his white teeth as he did so. His bag landed on the ground with a thud, and the boy punched at the air. “I made it!” He cheered, jumping out of pure excitement. “I actually made it!”