Coach's Coin

 So apparently Clearfield closed their comp pool for a month, cause this morning there was a larger group of swimmers.  There was a group of 4 youth that were all in one lane being coached by their Dad.  Here is what I did this morning:

Warmup:

• 300 Easy
• 2 x 200's IM
• 6 x 50's free on :50

Main:

• 1500 Pull
• 100 easy
• 1500 snorkel free

100 cooldown

4,200 yards total

My Coach's Coins came into today.  They turned out pretty good.  Here is what I am prepared to share with the Seniors tomorrow during a private coaching chat with them before the swim meet:

35 years ago, I was at the same stage in life as you are today. I had a coach who motivated and inspired me to dream big. At that time, many seeds were planted in my mind about what I wanted to do with my future.

Over 20 years later, one of those seeds flourished. I trained hard and maintained a high level of discipline to achieve my goal. An inspirational man once said, “Nothing great is easy.” Today, I want you to plant seeds in your minds about where you want to go with your lives. I am giving each of you a token to remind you that you can achieve anything you set your mind to if you embrace three things: dream big, work hard, and stay disciplined.

Plant this coin in a deep coat pocket where it won’t fall out. When you find yourself in a dark place, needing encouragement, or searching for warmth in life’s cold moments, reach into that pocket. Feel this coach’s coin, and let it spark hope and determination within you—a spark you can nurture into warmth and motivation.

Later in life, when you have the chance to share your talents and skills with the next generation, seize that opportunity. Help them fulfill their own dreams so the cycle of greatness can continue.