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🇺🇸🇲🇽 Adrian “BabyBull” Cardenas

Cicero-Born MMA Competitor

🥊 Step Into the Journey

From the streets of Cicero, Illinois to the cage, Adrian “BabyBull” Cardenas’ journey is built on pressure, discipline, and showing up—every single day. Raised in a community shaped by hard-working immigrant families, Adrian grew up carrying both the American flag and the Mexican flag—a reflection of opportunity earned and roots respected. Cicero taught him how to stay composed under stress, hold his ground, and work without excuses. Wrestling from a young age forged his competitiveness, but it was watching the golden era of the UFC—fighters like Rampage Jackson, Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre, and Jon Jones—that pulled him fully into MMA. Fighting became more than a sport; it became a way to represent where he comes from and what he stands for.

📌 Personal Information

🌍 Nationality: American

🏡 Hometown: Cicero, Illinois

🥊 Sport: MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)

💪 Background: Wrestling

💭 Values: Discipline, accountability, consistency

🎨 Signature Style: Blacked-out, bold, streetwear-inspired

🐂 Symbol: Bull (nickname “BabyBull”)

🇺🇸🇲🇽 Heritage: American roots with Mexican heritage

🏆 Journey Highlights

💥 Built mental toughness and composure growing up in a high-pressure environment

🤼 Wrestled from fifth grade through high school, laying the foundation for MMA

🧠 Overcame a serious knee injury through disciplined rehab, strength training, and patience

🥊 Developed a fighting style defined by control, aggression, and calculation

👨‍👦 Became a father, reshaping his purpose, focus, and commitment to legacy

🔥 What Sets Adrian Apart

Adrian moves with quiet confidence and controlled intensity. He doesn’t chase attention—he earns respect through consistency, preparation, and accountability. His style reflects both flags he represents: American opportunity and Mexican grit. Whether in the cage or in life, he stays composed, aggressive when it matters, and grounded in who he is. His motivation runs deeper than wins—he fights to set an example for his son, honor his family, and prove that discipline always shows.

🤝 TYIK x Adrian: Built Under Pressure

At TYIK, we believe individual athletes deserve a team—and Adrian Cardenas embodies exactly why. His story reflects the core of TYIK: resilience, identity, and purpose built through real experience. Through the Identity Project, exclusive gear, and long-term brand support, TYIK stands alongside Adrian as he builds something bigger than fights—an identity rooted in culture, discipline, and legacy. This isn’t about hype. It’s about showing up and staying ready.

🚀 Join Adrian’s Journey

Inside the TYIK community, you’ll see Adrian beyond fight night.

🛍️ Exclusive Merch – Bold, everyday streetwear built around the BabyBull identity

🎥 Behind-the-Scenes Content – Training, recovery, mindset, and real moments

🤝 Community & Legacy – Be part of a journey driven by growth, responsibility, and respect

📢 Every piece worn and every moment shared fuels Adrian’s path. This is what it means to fight—and live—for more than yourself.

Welcome to our group Adrian “BabyBull” Cardenas! A space for us to connect and share with each other. Start by posting your thoughts, sharing media, or creating a poll.

🇿🇦 Luc Koenig

South Africa–Born Tennis Competitor

🎾 Step Into the Journey

From the courts of Durban to the global stage, Luc Koenig’s journey is built on perseverance, faith, and relentless work ethic. Growing up in South Africa with limited access to elite training environments, Luc learned early that progress would require extra effort—and he embraced it. Tennis became more than a sport; it became a shared journey with his dad, who stood by his side every step of the way. Through moments of doubt in his teenage years, Luc leaned into family support and perspective, learning that challenges are never faced alone. Every match he plays is fueled by gratitude, belief, and a commitment to play for more than himself.

📌 Personal Information

🌍 Nationality: South African

🏡 Hometown: Durban, South Africa

🎾 Sport: Tennis

🤲 Plays: Right-handed

💭 Values: Faith, perseverance, health

🎶 Interests: Music that blends voices and unity, including choir elements and mashups

🎨 Favorite Color: Turquoise

🏆 Journey Highlights

💪 Developed his game in a limited-resource environment, building discipline and resilience through extra work

🎾 Fell in love with tennis at age 10 after years of early play

🧠 Gained perspective and mental strength through overcoming personal challenges during his teenage years

🤝 Built his career on strong family support and shared belief

🌱 Committed to giving back and building a meaningful life beyond tennis

🔥 What Sets Luc Apart

Luc brings calm confidence and quiet determination to everything he does. His game—and his life—are grounded in patience, perspective, and trust in the process. He believes true success is built over time, through consistency, care for others, and faith in the journey. Luc doesn’t chase noise or attention; he lets the work speak.

🤝 TYIK x Luc: Playing for More Than Yourself

At TYIK, we believe individual athletes deserve a team—and Luc Koenig embodies that belief. His story reflects exactly why TYIK exists: to support athletes whose paths are defined by heart, resilience, and purpose. Through access to gear, brand partnerships, and long-term support, TYIK stands alongside Luc as he continues to grow—on the court and beyond it. This is about more than tennis. It’s about building a future rooted in values and driven by impact.

🚀 Join Luc’s Journey

Inside the TYIK community, you’re invited into Luc’s world—beyond the scorelines.

🛍️ Exclusive Merch – Clean, symbolic pieces inspired by Luc’s roots and values

🎥 Behind-the-Scenes Content – Training moments, reflections, and real-life perspective

🌍 Community & Purpose – Be part of a journey focused on growth, gratitude, and giving back

📢 Every purchase, share, and show of support helps fuel Luc’s path. This is what it means to play for more than yourself.

Welcome to our group Luc Koenig! A space for us to connect and share with each other. Start by posting your thoughts, sharing media, or creating a poll.

Connor Van Schalkwyk

TYIK Athlete | Grounded by Faith & Family

🎾 Step Into the Journey

From Namibia to the collegiate stage, Connor Van Schalkwyk’s story is rooted in belief, perseverance, and purpose. Introduced to tennis at just six years old by his brother, the game quickly became more than a sport—it became a commitment shaped by family sacrifice, discipline, and faith. Growing up far from the spotlight taught Connor that progress isn’t guaranteed; it’s earned through consistency, patience, and trust in the work.

Like every athlete, Connor has faced moments that tested his resolve—times when the lows made quitting feel close. What carried him through was perspective: remembering the years of effort he’s invested and the sacrifices his parents made to give him this opportunity. That mindset continues to guide him every day.

Now competing at Baylor University, Connor brings the same calm focus and gratitude to every practice and match. Each step forward is a reflection of where he comes from and who he’s becoming.

For Connor, tennis isn’t just competition—it’s a way to honor his family, live out his faith, and build a future with intention.

📌 Personal Information

🌍 Nationality: Namibian

🏡 Hometown: Namibia

🎾 Sport: Tennis

💫 Core Values: Faith | Family | Respect

🔥 Style & Strengths

Connor’s presence on court mirrors his personality—calm, composed, and quietly confident. He doesn’t chase attention or noise; his strength comes from focus, discipline, and belief in the process. Grounded and respectful, he plays with clarity and purpose, letting consistency speak louder than flash.

His greatest strength is perspective—understanding that growth comes through adversity and that every challenge is part of something bigger. He competes to honor the work, not the spotlight.

🤝 TYIK x Connor: Quiet Strength

At TYIK, we stand behind athletes who lead with humility, identity, and purpose—and Connor embodies all three.

Through the TYIK Identity Project, Connor’s visual mark and collection are being shaped around simplicity and meaning. Clean lines, minimal design, and subtle symbolism reflect his calm focus, faith-driven mindset, and respect for the journey.

Connor represents what TYIK is about: progress through belief, confidence without noise, and purpose beyond results.

🚀 Join Connor’s Journey

Step into Connor’s world—where faith fuels focus and discipline builds direction.

🛍️ Exclusive Merch – Wear pieces inspired by calm confidence and quiet strength.

🎥 Behind-the-Scenes Content – Training, competition, and the mindset that drives him daily.

💬 Community Access – Join a network built on belief, respect, and shared purpose.

Don’t just watch Connor’s journey.

Grow with him

Welcome to our group Connor Van Schalkwyk! A space for us to connect and share with each other. Start by posting your thoughts, sharing media, or creating a poll.