The Core Values of Conqueror Weightlifting are Effort, Attitude, Trust and Respect.
Each month, we recognize one of our athletes who excels in consistently demonstrating these Core Values. Our May 2023 Athlete of Month is Ian Taylor.
Ian is a 14-year-old high school freshman who came to us looking to develop strength and power for improved performance. As a 3-sport athlete (Football, Wrestling, Track & Field), his time to train is limited yet Ian diligently comes in before school at 5:30am three times per week. In his relatively short time working with us, he has already proven himself to be a highly committed and driven young man.
Despite his young age, Ian is mature and wise beyond his years. He embodies each of our four core values as well as anyone in our program.
First and foremost, Ian is an athlete who trains with outstanding effort each time he comes in. There has never been a session where he has given us less than his very best in terms of effort. Ian’s consistent level of effort is the foundation that will help him maximize his potential in any challenge he chooses to take on.
Second, Ian brings a positive and growth-minded attitude to training each day. He is extremely teachable and genuinely seeks to improve in every training session.
Third, Ian is a dependable young man who can be trusted to honor his word and fulfill his commitments. Despite his busy after-school practice schedule, he shows up at 5:30am, three times per week and is equally committed to the athletic teams he is a part of. Regardless of how tired or busy he might be, Ian never makes excuses and is always ready to work.
Lastly, Ian has shown himself to be an individual who is highly respectful. He is very receptive to instruction while being positive and encouraging with his peers. Ian is the type of person everyone enjoys working with.
Ian is an impressive young man with a bright future ahead. The positive character traits he exhibits on a daily basis are certain to take him far. Congratulations to Ian on being selected as our Athlete of the Month!
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