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This may look like just a photo of a parking lot
in downtown Cleveland. In fact, this is a very very
special area for me. The Gravity Games came to Cleveland
Ohio in late July of 2002. I went as a spectator but
ended up getting the opportunity to skate and be seen. To
make a long story short I was discovered by Bill and Judy
Keuchel, they were representatives of my first paying
sponsor. They saw me skate that day and took a chance on
me, sending me to events, contest, and more. The doors
started to open over the years and if it wasn't for
spending that week at the Gravity Games back in 2002 I
wouldn't be where I am today. Everything started right
here in this location at the North Coast Harbor behind
the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame. I even competed in the pro
events of the Gravity Games and AST Dew Tour a few years
back which was located in this same location. 16 years
later I look back with sentimental thoughts and
thankfulness. All the travels, all the friends, all the
skating, all the highs and lows, everything. I never ever
forgot where I came from or where it all began. The seeds
of my professional career were planted right here. Truly
blessed. |
