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Share Your Story: Sara O'Fallon
Sara O'Fallon It's tough to put into words what my experience as a student-athlete has meant to me. But I do know that I use that experience every day. Completing four years of swimming proved to myself that I could get through just about anything; that I was tougher than I thought; that I was stronger than I thought. It taught me that there are going to be days when you feel great and there are going to be days (even weeks!) when you feel horrible. But your true friends will be there along side you every day, and if you keep pushing yourself and hold on to a positive attitude, your efforts will pay off. One of my favorite memories is the great comeback of 2002! Un-rested and down 10s of points at a big invitational, the Illini rallied on day two to win the meet. It was such a great experience because every single person contributed. One-by-one people got on the blocks and said "I refuse to lose today!" That was totally inspiring. |
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