Alex is one of the single most talented swimmers I've had a chance to coach. He was born with a feel for the water that not many people are given.

I put him in the backstroke that year just because he can. In the four years I've worked with him primarily the focus has been on the physical training. Most of what he does technically he just does. We just have to make sure his head is in the right place.

She handed me an index card with two names on it. She pointed to Alex's name and told me he was pretty fast and I should give him a call.

I think he has an excellent chance. He's as strong as I've ever seen him.

I stunk. It was embarrassing. Down 6-0 in the first, I didn't give the offense a chance. I take the blame for the offense not doing anything.

You're either treated special or you're not given a chance. As a black football player, some professors may not think I'm capable of doing the work. I have to prove that I am capable.