Chapter 35. Final Cuts
As he waited outside the head coach's office, one of the other players walked out as the head coach patted him on the back and told him that he wished him luck and would be happy to make a few calls for him. Clearly, the player had not received good news. Martin only hoped his news would be better. He walked in, sat down, and prepared himself, knowing that whatever decision coach would share, he knew he had given his best. No matter what news he heard, he wasn't going to give up. He was committed to being the best here or with another team that could benefit from his talent.
But Martin wasn't going to another team. The head coach told him that it was a difficult choice but after last night's game the coaching staff decided to keep both Martin and the other rookie running back. They both made the final cut. They both made the team.
He could hardly contain himself as all the pressure and all the excitement exploded into one big giant yes! that he yelled at the top of his lungs. "That's one of the things we love about you, Martin. Your passion. Don't ever lose it. Keep the fire burning and you'll be in this league a long time," Coach said as he shook Martin's hand and congratulated him on making the team.
Martin walked out of the office a foot taller than when he had walked in. He couldn't believe it. He was living his dream. He was officially a professional football ...
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