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Booker T. swimmer raising money to shave head for Make-A-Wish Foundation

Posted at 9:03 PM, Feb 13, 2019
and last updated 2019-02-13 22:03:21-05

A star Booker T. Washington High School swimmer is making a difference ahead of a big competition this weekend.

Duncan Hughes says it's a tradition to shave your head before swimming in the state championship. His hair is pretty long -- and he'll shave it off once he raises $5,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

All the money he raises will help make a dream come true for a child with a life-threatening condition.

“I found a donor who said they would match what I raise, so if I raise 5k which is my goal, I can fund an entire wish for Make-A-Wish Oklahoma,” he said.

Every time he meets a certain amount, he cuts off a little more hair.

He's nearly met his goal – and if you want to help, you can donate by clicking here.

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