African American boy, 14 years old. Clearly a young BOY speaking, with a natural masculine-leaning child vocal quality. Medium child pitch—not high and not deep—with a slightly rough, scratchy edge that comes from being an energetic kid who is always running around. Punchy, direct speech with strong consonants and very little breathiness. Casual, lively, fearless, competitive, and funny. He talks like a real kid talking to his friends, not like a child actor reading a script. His excitement comes through speed, rhythm, and attitude rather than raising his pitch. Athletic, adventurous energy with an occasional playful swagger. Keep the vocal age firmly around 8 years old. Avoid high pitch, airy tone, sweetness, delicate delivery, sing-song cadence, feminine vocal qualities, toddler speech, teenage voice, adult depth, or announcer-style acting.
Yo, you really think you can beat me? [chuckles] Nah, man, not today! I'm too fast! I'm gonna [emphasis] zoom past you before you even know what's happening. Just watch!