Biggest Rush by Son L., Fort Totten, ND I'm a bull rider who used to be scared of riding bulls. My dad started me riding when I was very young, and when I got old enough, I had to ride bulls. I was a little excited. When I got to the Ehler's ranch, I got really scared and had butterflies ... Continue...
The Beginning by Andrew C., So. Plainfield, NJ It was a sunny April afternoon. The grass was freshly cut, the trees were budding. But the only thing I could think was Don't screw up. It felt like the eyes of the coaches, players, parents and friends were all on me ... Continue...
The Little Wrestler Who Could by Affan S., Atlanta, GA My parents were doubtful. My uncle, a doctor, did not recommend it. Even my friends poked fun at the idea. This was everyone's reaction to the idea of me, a skinny 100-pound boy, wrestling.
I first had the idea one afternoon during French class ... Continue...
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