Erica Was Told She Was Too Weak For Track
Submitted By: Erica | Age: 17
I was told that I would never make it on the track and field team at school. I wanted to try shot put and discus, but my brother and his friends who did it told me I was too weak. They are football players and are used to the workouts. I was a little discouraged, but I talked to some of my friends who were doing other events on the team. They reassured me and I found the confidence to try out. I went to conditioning and practices everyday. I stayed after and worked with the coaches and other throwers.
The listed was posted last Friday. I made the team! It was the best feeling in the world. Just knowing that I had proved everyone wrong and that I had enough talent and drive to accomplish what I set out to do.
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gretchen
Mucho Kudos for you for the extra effort you put into making it happen. That’s what it takes to reach your dreams!
My oldest daughter starts track practice for the first time tomorrow…I’m going to show her your story! =d>
Sports R my thing
Good work!!I completley agree knowing that you made it when people say you can’t and you won’t is one of the best feelings you can have.