Tonight was the Williams Field High School (Black Hawks) Swim and Dive Team's annual awards banquet. It was a really nice evening held at the clubhouse by the pool to a nearby neighborhood, Power Ranch. Jeremy served as the swim team men's co-captain this season. He lettered in swimming last year so he got a pin this year. He also got a certificate for being a state championship qualifier. Jeremy received the "Golden Wing" plaque for the most points scored by a male swimmer on the team for the season and received the "Black Hawk Award" plaque. That award is chosen by the coaches for the athlete who best exemplifies athleticism, sportsmanship, and academics. What an honor!
It goes without saying that we're awfully proud of him and how hard he has worked with swimming. It's such a demanding sport. And it sure makes him hungry! He used to come home from practice and make several hamburgers and eat them (buns and all), then he'd ask what was for dinner because he was hungry! At one point during the season, he wanted to quit. A caring and awesome coach talked with him and helped him see that what he's doing right now isn't just about right now, it's also about his future. He stuck out the season and is so glad he did. We're really appreciative of his coaches and the time and effort they give to the kids.
I never stop being amazed when watching our boys grow up. Seeing them achieve goals, learn important life lessons, learn to be leaders, make friends, and have a ball doing it is such a privilege. If it seems like I'm bragging...I am. I think it's a mother's right. Jeremy's an awfully sweet young man with an amazingly bright future. Way to go, Jay!
1 comment:
It sort of seems like a smaller swim team, is your school small or just not a lot of interest. And second what is with all the glam girls in front with headbands, makeup, and baywatch poses. Our team pictues was right before practice and so everyone looks eeks. Is that what they look like before practice.
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