Alana Smith from Mesa, Arizona is one of the few girls in a male-dominated sport. Alana started skateboarding at just 7 years old and has gone so far, she's made it into the Guinness Book of World Records as the youngest medalist in X Games history. Amazing! Not only does this chick prove she can do anything when she’s on a board, she’s encouraging others out there to express what they’re good at, no matter what others think.

Check out Alana’s story below…

Be sure to tune in to Disney Channel for more stories from other amazing teens that are featured in their 2014 edition of Make Your Mark.

Talk about girl power! Check out this other amazing gal, Malala Yousafzai, who has just become the youngest person to ever receive a Nobel Peace Prize.

How are you celebrating International Day of the Girl? What sports do you enjoy? Share in the comments below.

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by Patricia McNamara | 2/1/2016

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