Personal Narrative: My Cross Country Coach Sarah Olesky

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There are many people and events that have influenced me and shaped me into the person I have become, from my teachers to my parish priests. The one person who has had the most impact on my life is my cross country coach, Sarah Olesky. She has taught me that I can do anything if I put my mind to it and use a little hard work. Within the two years I have know my coach, my life was changed, I was always doubting myself before I met her. I joined cross country because a friend of mine encouraged me to do so, I have never been much or a runner before, and was really unsure of what to expect.

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