Lance Robert Jr. has demonstrated exceptional leadership and academic prowess as the captain of his school’s Academic Decathlon team, recently securing the gold medal in the Los Angeles Division 3 competition. This victory, fueled by his third consecutive year as his team's high scorer, has qualified the 17-year-old standout to advance to the California State Championship in Santa Clara, scheduled for March 19–22, 2026. Lance’s journey toward academic excellence is deeply rooted in his long-term commitment to the 100 Black Men of Long Beach, where he has been a dedicated member of the Growth Mindset Saturday Mentoring Academy since the age of four. His success stands as a testament to both his individual tenacity and the foundational support of his community mentors. The California Academic Decathlon is a rigorous, 10-event scholastic competition that challenges students from diverse academic backgrounds to master a college-level curriculum spanning subjects from art and economics to science and public speaking.