Athletic genes run deep in the Mahomes family! And for almost all the next generation, young, Mahomes’ taking up sporting passion, the inspiration is said to be coming from Patrick Mahomes, and why not? The Chiefs’ No. 15 lets his accolades do the talking. But when it comes to his daughter, her role model might just be 7-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles.

On 21st August, Pat’s wife Brittany uploaded an Instagram story of their daughter, Sterling, in her gymnastics-ready outfit. The caption of the story read, “First day of Gymnastics.😍 In her U.S.A leotard🔥” And mind you, the three-year-old was looking the part. Just adorable and ready to take it to new heights already! And you can imagine how proud Mama Brittany would be while sharing it. Why not? Being a former soccer player and now a fitness mom, she might be reminiscing about her beginnings through her daughter. But that was not all for Sterling’s first-ever gymnastics session. And we can understand why!

The thing is, we have gone through that phase of ours. The phase where kids’ excitement of doing something new cannot be matched. Everything should be perfect and new. Not a single thing can be worn, used, or old. Ah, those carefree days! I guess, now, we are living it through the 3-year-old Mahomes, as she is no different.

And Brittany’s next story summed it up. “Had to have her own backpack!” This was the caption over Sterling’s pic where she was ready with her ‘OOTD’ (Outfit Of The Day). From bottom to top: Adidas sneakers? Check. Leotard? Check. And sky blue backpack? Check. We know it’s too soon to call it, but who knows, we might see her going after Simone Biles. Godspeed. But this is what Biles has brought about, especially after the recent 2024 Paris Olympics. A wave of interest in gymnastics!

What adds weight is her comeback story. One that can leave your mouth agape the entire you’re reading it. Following a bronze at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Biles disappeared from competitive gymnastics. It was not just ‘disappearing’ but rather a step back to focus on her mental health and personal life with the Bears’ safety, Jonathan Owens. In 2023, after a two-year hiatus, she announced her return! And now, what unfolded in Paris is a testament to her greatness, hard work, and mental strength. So, when we read this, and then go back to Sterling’s new adventures. One can only imagine what’s about to land for her on the mat!

With such a role model, Patrick Mahomes—a star on the gridiron, a superhero dad, and a mom like Brittany to support and celebrate each little win like an MVP, she’s in for a treat. Meanwhile, Pat’s busy inspiring as well, no issues if not Sterling.

The Mahomes’ under Patrick Mahomes’ tutelage

Patrick Mahomes can surely claim credit for inspiring his half-sibling. Be it Zoe Mahomes, who took the inspiration to sweat it out on the soccer pitch. Or, Graham Walker, who has the NFL in sights and chasing the dream as a wideout for Rice University.

If we start with Zoe, then know that at just 10, yes, TEN! She is not just kicking a soccer ball; she’s scoring goals with style and keeping Pat Mahomes close in her corner. Rocking jersey number 15, she’s signed on with the Sting 14G Pre-ECNL Flynn soccer club and even endorsed a local soccer brand. Sounds like a classic Mahomes move, right? But wait, there’s more! Last June, she was under center, giving football a shot and impressing everyone. But she has had the perk of doing so while being very close to Patrick, unlike Graham.

Randi Mahomes, we all know, is the mama to Patrick Mahomes. But Walker had it in a whole separate family all-together. Raised by his mom, Jessamyn Walker, and stepdad, Gerry Howatt, Walker grew up with his sisters, Mireille and Kayla. Though he’s not directly in the Mahomes household, he’s found his own groove on the gridiron, carving out his path just like his famous half-brother.

Although Mahomes Sr. did not have a typical father-son bonding with Walker, he still describes him as someone who “stays away from the spotlight and goes out and grinds and works. But a very impressive young man.” The common athletic genetics passed on from the patriarch of the Mahomes family runs in Pat and Graham. And the ever so humble Chiefs’ no. 15 is always accepting of it and respects that.

As Pat Sr. said, “He’s [Patrick Mahomes] supportive [of Graham], as he always is,” now the Chiefs’ number 15 would look to guide her daughter in whatever possible. Because, let’s be honest, even though he is not a gymnast, he sure has the Tom Brady mentality of winning, as he has said in the past.