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"The Strength Coach
Radio Show airs Sunday evenings at 11 p.m. Eastern Time on the Radio America
Network.
This week's show - Dec. 19
Nonstop drive
Ben Comen always finishes last. That's because the high school cross country athlete has
cerebral palsy and walks with an extreme limp. When he competes, he often falls. He scrapes
his arms and knees. He endures tremendous pain. But he finishes every race, always seeking to
improve on his personal best time. When Ben crosses the finish line, teammates, who have long
since finished the race, go back and jog one step behind him as a show of support. The sight
is so moving that people cry. You may have seen Rick Reilly's column about Ben in 2003, or
recent coverage on ABC or ESPN. This week, "The Strength Coach" will pick the brain of this
inspirational icon who is gaining national attention.
If you'd like to learn more about Ben, we found these links:
Ben Comen and His Cross
Country Teammates
Teen with cerebral palsy
inspires others, Courier-Journal.com
Worth the Wait, Rick Reilly's Sports Illustrated story
On A Roll on PBS: Feb 15. Spread the Word!
Designed by our own Bethany Broadwell,
check out www.onarolldocumentary.com for behind-
the-scenes photos, bios of the film's director and producer, and updates on all of the "stars"
of this soon-to-be-released, award-winning film! "On A Roll -- Family, Disability and the
American Dream" will air on PBS nationwide Feb. 15, 2005, as part of Black Heritage Month.
Please spread the word!
To schedule a sensational, inspirational live presentation for your next meeting or event,
call "The Strength Coach" at 877-331-7563.
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