Best Breakthrough Athletes Rhetorical Analysis

Thank you so much, Coach, thank you, ESPN, and thank you, everyone. The award for Best Breakthrough Athlete is a huge honor, but much bigger than just me. This year I had a lot of experience being part of events that are bigger than myself. At times, I felt like I was trapped in an inescapable crevice, and I know I will be able to climb out. But I’m here tonight to tell you the lessons I learned about teamwork, perseverance, and staying relaxed will never leave me.
I once put all the wisdom in the world into three short sentences: Be coherent, -- sorry. Be confident, stay relaxed, and do not give up. Those are the words to live by, whether you’re new or experienced, tall or short, fast or slow. So let me tell you why those words are so important to me, like this award is.
First, be confident. Like most of us, I used to be very unsure of myself. But it only motivated me to work harder and get faster. I was so blessed to have a great father figure like my dad, my counselor and my second coach. And great coaches who knew my potential, and did everything humanly possible to inspire me to capitalize on it.
Next, stay relaxed. What I had were opportunities to compete and run my fastest times ever, but there was lots of pressure involved. Running taught me about staying calm, avoiding anxiety, and
My new coach, a young man who took a chance on me, just like I took a chance on him. And my teammates, Nate and Luke, who have motivated me to persevere and help me get where I am today. My entire West Fargo family, for all the support they’ve given me in my struggles, you will always be there to help me get through tough spots. And to the Mustangs organization, Mr. Ross Richards, Coach Husen, and my teammates. To my mother, who raised three kids, I love you very much. Last, but not least, my fellow team, people tell me that I’m their inspiration, but you are my