We've been training for only 3-4 months, whilst our opponents have been training for at least a year. It really makes a difference when you just start training. Yes, we may be classified as the "weaker" ones, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. Yes, we're taking Tigers and JKs, and our opponents are on the AKs, Nelos and maybe zedtechs even.
Whatever it is, don't give up. You never know what the result will be until you race. We stand as much chance as the others. It's not the number of trainings you go down for which determines your result in the race. It's your mentality, your attitude, your perseverance and your HUNGER. If you finish the race knowing you've pushed past your best, you've won. If you had paddles suckishly and won a gold medal because your opponents capsized, is it good? Honestly, I'd rather give my all and come in last than not giving my best and coming in first.
Even if we don't win or enter the finals, the race has left us with the experience and the memories. That's the most important part. Whatever the results, be it first or last, everyone's behind you. We win as a team, we lose as a team. We still love you no matter what happens.
If you enter the race knowing you're going to lose, you WILL lose. If you enter race treating it as a brand new set, as another chance God has given you, you will always stand a chance. You can do this. We can do this. Desire to win, and you'll have the most magical feeling in your life. Racing. God won't give us more than what we can handle, so face it bravely. Forget about the balance, the shaky craft, the opponents. See it as just you and your boat. And the reservoir. That's all.
Stay strong guys. We're behind you.
P.S. I'm in a half-emo, half-stressed mode now. I know it doesn't sound encouraging. 'Cause I'm not in my encouraging mood...
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