Revision of Feature Story Draft

Below is the revision of the feature story draft. This will be the version used in the double page spread.

"I don’t really have thoughts in my head. I just do it.” That is the mindset Nasir Coffee has used throughout his life. Despite being 17 years old, the confidence he exudes is never in doubt. This mindset is evident in the way he carries himself in school and athletics.

                Coffee is a member of the track & field team at American Senior High. Entering his senior year, Coffee’s balance between his education and athletics will be put to the test. “The most difficult part is finding time to do homework and trying to get some time to sleep.”, said Coffee.  “I balance them by doing homework right away… I also go to practice after school.”, he added.

                Being a six-time “Patriot Star Athlete of the Month” brings a lot of expectation for any athlete, and Nasir is no different. “My future plans are to go to college and graduate in engineering, and also have a career in track & field professionally.” stated Coffee.  He dared to aim even higher, “I do plan on trying out for the 2024 Olympics.”

                Like every athlete at some point, Coffee has faced obstacles in his young career. “My toughest setback is my knee injury that I have had,” he pointed out. “I am still trying to bounce back from it, but I have had surgery and done many therapy sessions to at least try to get back to where I was.”, said Coffee.

                It will take more than injuries to slow down Coffee’s future aspirations. “My inspirations are Usain Bolt, Luvo Manyonga, and Christian Taylor. They all fuel me to strive for greatness at what I do.”, said Coffee.  The way Coffee describes his idols clearly show where his head is at in high pressure situations

                He recalled his biggest accomplishment so far. “My best moment was placing second in long jump and sixth in triple jump at AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) Nationals back in 2018.”, asserted Coffee.  He also mentioned who his accomplishments are dedicated towards.  “I dedicate it to my parents for them being hard workers and always making sure that I was fed and taken care of at all times.”, noted Coffee.

                In his final year as a Patriot, Coffee plans to maintain the same calm and collected head that he’s had over the years. He will continue to be reliant on a strong work ethic to help him maintain his grades and keep him in top shape. He doesn’t believe in luck. “I have no rituals.”, affirmed Coffee.