Marc Johns Jr. Sells Out Trading Card Event as Community Shows Up Strong
- Ramon Robinson
- Apr 28
- 3 min read

The Marc Johns trading card event at Hibbett Fort Pierce did more than bring people through the doors. It brought the community together in a real way. From the moment the event began, the energy was clear. People showed up early, stayed engaged, and made sure Marc felt the support. By the end of it, the message was undeniable. The cards were sold out, and the moment belonged to him.
A Moment That Meant Something
This was not just another signing. It felt different. Families, friends, and supporters came out with purpose, not just to grab a card, but to be part of something bigger. You could see it in the conversations, the smiles, and the way people stayed present throughout the event. Moments like this remind you that when the right opportunity meets the right person, the community will respond.
Marc Johns Jr. Is More Than an Athlete
Marc Johns Jr., known as Chu, has already made his mark as a dual sport athlete, but what stood out most at this event had nothing to do with stats. It was the way he carried himself, the way he connected with people, and the respect he showed to everyone who came out to support him.
On the field, his production speaks for itself. He recorded 10 touchdowns, 546 receiving yards, and over 600 combined yards in kickoff and punt returns, earning Special Teams MVP. On the track, he continues to grow and earned the Male Eagle Award as a sophomore. In the classroom, he holds it down as an honor roll student, showing the kind of balance that separates good athletes from great ones.
The Community Sees It
What happened at the Marc Johns trading card event made one thing clear. People are paying attention. The support was not forced and it was not random. It came from people who have watched his work, respected his approach, and wanted to be there when his moment came.
Selling out a first event is not something that just happens. It is earned. It is built over time through consistency, discipline, and the way you treat people along the way. Marc has done all of that.
Hibbett Helps Create Real Opportunities for Youth
What makes this moment even bigger is the role Hibbett continues to play in creating space for opportunities like this. By opening their doors and partnering with Positivity Pays and Kayy Love Management, Hibbett is doing more than hosting an event. They are helping create a platform where young athletes can be recognized, celebrated, and supported in a real way.
These trading card events are giving youth something they rarely receive at this stage. Visibility. Connection. A chance to be seen not just as athletes, but as individuals with stories worth telling. That kind of support matters, and it sets a tone for what investing in the next generation can look like.
Positivity Pays Brings Purpose to Every Moment
Through Positivity Pays, this work goes far beyond trading cards. Founded by Ramon Robinson, the platform has also focused on publishing books for youth, giving them the opportunity to tell their stories, build confidence, and see themselves represented in ways that last.
Bringing this vision to Fort Pierce has created something meaningful, connecting literacy, creativity, and recognition into one movement. Whether it is through books or trading cards, the goal remains the same. Give young people something they can hold onto that reflects who they are and what they are becoming.
As this continues to grow, the attention is starting to reach beyond the city. What is being built is being noticed, with interest coming in from outside the area and even internationally. That kind of attention speaks to the power of the idea and the impact it is having.
A Team Effort Behind the Scenes
Events like this do not come together without the right people. Kayla Turner and Kayy Love Management once again played a major role in bringing everything together, making sure the event ran smoothly and felt organized from start to finish. Their consistency continues to raise the standard for what these events look like.
The collaboration between Positivity Pays, Kayy Love Management, and Hibbett is what makes these moments possible. Each piece plays a role, and together it creates something that feels intentional and impactful.
More Than a Moment
This was bigger than selling out cards. This was a statement. Marc Johns Jr. is not just a standout athlete and honor roll student. He is becoming something more, and the community is starting to recognize it.
If this event showed anything, it is that people are ready to show up for him. And this is only the beginning.




Outstanding article. Thank you for believing in Chu!