Bear Bachmeier made history as BYU’s first Asian American starting QB. He’s had an incredible season, and his impact went farther than just the field.
In this video, students share how seeing someone who looks like them in such a prominent role has made them feel seen and proud 🙌
One young fan who held a “I’m cheering for my twin” sign at a BYU home game, shows just how deeply Bear’s story resonates with the next generation 🐻
We also spoke with Pranav Lyer, founder of AMAZN HQ (a media outlet dedicated to highlighting Asian athletes) who shared why representation like this at a place like BYU is so meaningful for the Asian community and beyond.
Watch the full video to see how Bear Bachmeier at BYU is inspiring a movement of representation and cultural pride 🎥
Story by Christina Hsiung