“What’s up, Coach?” “I had my doubts about you, Scott,” she states. “Oh-kay,” I say, taken aback. “I knew you were talented. I expected you to skate on that, especially after an injury. But…I was wrong.” She gives me a rare smile. “You’re the most dedicated—not just talented—player I’ve ever coached. That will take you far, you understand me? You’ve got confidence on the field, but I also get the feeling not many people have told you this. Some players are talented. Others work hard. But it’s rare—extremely rare—to have both, to never lose the drive to be better. Keep at it, and there won’t be
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