PROVO, Utah — Even at 18 years old, BYU freshman forward AJ Dybantsa's reach stretches across the globe. He's prioritized giving back to the communities that have shaped his life. Recently, he has provided shoes, school supplies and other goods to children in Provo and Jamaica.

Now, the basketball phenom has his sights set on raising money for the people of Jamaica affected by the devastating Hurricane Melissa. Dybantsa's mother, Chelsea, was born on the island, so it holds a special place in his heart.

"The whole island is really my home," Dybantsa said over Zoom on Sunday. "If you're part Jamaican, the whole island cares for you and stuff like that. I just want to help out since I have it."

The motivation to provide for his communities was something that was instilled in him at a youn

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