Something amazing happened today at our swim banquet: I won the Team Player award. Honestly it feels amazing because it was not about swimming the fastest but about lifting spirits and making practice more fun.
Swim practices can get super long and tiring. Sometimes you feel like you are swimming forever and then you realize you still have a whole set left. That is why I loved telling funny stories or making my teammates laugh. It made the pool deck feel lighter and helped everyone push through.
At meets, it matters even more. You can be there for hours and only swim for a few minutes. I always tried to be the person who brought humor and positive energy, so the waiting felt like fun instead of frustration.
Getting this award reminded me that the small things, a joke, a smile, or a story, can turn a tough practice into a memory you actually enjoy. I am proud that I could be that person for my team.
I am so thankful for my teammates and coaches for making this season so special. This trophy means a lot and I will always remember it as a symbol of how important it is to stay positive and have fun in the pool.
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