Accepted to CW on a trial basis!

I approached coach Mike Bottom prior to the workout and inquired as to whether I was welcome to continue practicing with the team.  His response was luke warm as expected.  He asked me "how has training been going the last few days?".  I replied honestly... "its been going great, the first few days was quite a challenge but I've been working hard and hanging with the group.  Everybody has been really welcoming and it's been a great experience thus far".  He said I'd be welcome for the summer and past that, "we'll see how it goes".  He was understandably conerned that I don't have my national or olympic cuts yet.  A fact I couldn't in any way refute, it was a bit embarassing.  I followed with inquiring upon whether registration for the Charlotte Grand Prix was still open.  He wasn't sure but I'll check it at my earliest convienence.

The conversation ended with a handshake and me thanking him for his time (he's a busy guy).  I'm honored to be able to train with the team and be coached by such a qualified team of experts.  I look forward to a great summer!