When in offseason and "workout mode," my favorite thing to do next to bettering myself, is elevating the youth. I really enjoy when one of my 11 year-old players comes up to me and asks questions about my personal experiences. That short dialogue is one of the most rewarding aspects of playing the game because if you're not inspiring someone to push themselves, then how affectively are you completing your goals? I believe everyone has something to offer, all you have to do is ask questions. Yes, my journey is different than most peoples' and revolves around a 29.5 inch orange ball , but many forget that this game teaches you so much more than just competing. My goal is to help build a solid foundation for these young guys so they, in turn, give me the pleasure of sitting back and enjoying watching their future success. I grew up with a solid base of role models and people I looked up to, which now inspires me to do even more than they did, for my young athletes. The happiness in an 11 year olds face when they successfully complete a new move is probably the most rewarding aspect of my job and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.
-CNK10