My child has given his entire heart to the world of swimming. He has qualified for national level meets at the age of 14.
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Swimming challenges me to be the best version of myself—not just in the water, but in every part of my life. Swimming teaches discipline, resilience, and the power of showing up, even when things get hard. This drive carries over into every other aspect of my life.
Even though Heather has only been my coach for the past nine months, she’s already made a huge difference in my life—both in and out of the pool. She has believed in me and saw something in my swimming that I hadn’t fully seen in myself, and that belief pushed me to work harder and trust in my own abilities. She has also supported me mentally, always reminding me of my strength and potential.
The moment my hand hit the wall at the Rose Memorial Swim Meet, I looked up at the scoreboard—and I had done it! I had officially qualified for the Central Zones Championship Meet. I felt a sense of pride and relief rush through me. All the practices, the sets, and the moments of doubt had led to this incredible milestone.
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