What a beautiful spirit this kid is! Wisdom beyond his years, and surpassing most adults as well. I will hang on to this one: If I can't handle not being good at something, then how can I be a successful person?
Red’s Life he is replying to the comment saying that this person is saying wait because this dude is black. That was the joke so please allow me to r/wooosh
That young man will be a success in whatever he sets his mind to in life. One note, we should also credit the coach that helped him turn that drive, ambition and talent into a winner.
We are using this video clip in our Youth program Sunday School Class at Johns Creek UMC, in Johns Creek, GA. Gerald made an impression on me right now! Wow, loved this ending!
This reminds me of one of the most famous stories in swimming. There once was a freshman swimmer who was so slow her teammates begged their coach not to put her on the medley relay. By the end of her high school career, she was the best swimmer in the state. By the end of her college career, she was the best swimmer in the NCAA. By the end of her career, she was multiple Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken.
I am 60+ years old, starting my 33rd year in education and 20th as a Principal of an elementary school. When I grow up, I want to be like Gerald. I love this young man and his beautiful, wise, and determined spirit. Thank you, Gerald!
I dont know if you read these comments but, the young man who couldnt swim has changed my life. I have bad anxieties and he talked me into keep trying. I at 61 do not have discipline. After watching this many times...i now complete things. I started working out 6 days a week, i go to mass, i say the rosary. I have time in my day to give thanks.. i now do not concentrate on the struggle but the goal. Thank you young man! Its never too late.
Love this story. I swam in college, was a lifeguard, and have taught swim lessons, and coached swim teams for many years and you always know when a swimmer real has talent. This young man had the raw talent and turned it into something special.
I'm from Dallas and worked in Arlington at the AT@T stadium for the Cowboys so this hits home big time , u cant put a measure on the heart !! It can push u to accomplish great feats !! God bless all !!
hes in highschool, but has wisdom, how incredible at so young he makes the realization most adults never confront " if i couldnt handle not being good at something, then how could i consider myself a successful person"
What a great day to start with. I don’t believe a high school kid younger than me is giving me life lessons. Still shows I got long way to go and age is just a number.
What an awesome story to come across this morning... Oh Lordy...how I needed this wake up call today... Young man...I thank you... April Smith Johannesburg South Africa 🇿🇦
After watching this I became so fascinated because I was student athlete myself and I was a swimmer for my schools. Rosemead High School and for two years at PCC! And I remember the times when I would race in the 200 medley relay! Butterfly and freestyle were my strokes in swimming!!! 🏊🏻
I love how the journalists daughter was inspired to ride her bike because of this young man. You had to have watched the full episode to know what I’m talking about. Great story
In bootcamp we had a guy who could not only swim but was deathly afraid of the pool. we waited him out he was on the verge of crying when someone yelled up to him and said everyone here will jump in to save you. After being threatened with a discharge he jumped in and sank to the bottom. cc said give a chance to save himself after sinking to the bottom he pushed himself up towards the wall he did this a couple of times and made it to the wall. He was so pleased with himself and then he ssid I thought you guys were going to save me.
THANK YOU, GERALD! "If I couldn't handle not being good at something, then how could I consider myself a successful person?" Diving into the unknown, student athlete proves the merits of hard work THANK YOU, GERALD! "If I couldn't handle not being good at something, then how could I consider myself a successful person?" Diving into the unknown, student athlete proves the merits of hard work CONGRATULATIONS, CHAMPION!
Every kid, athletic or not, should be taught how to swim. It's a matter of safety. Many towns have public pools. If not, there are bound to be motel pools or ponds.
Reasons why you shouldn’t fear failure it teaches you to grow whatever you wanna do don’t doubt believe yourself making it and if you fall get back up always believe
What a beautiful spirit this kid is! Wisdom beyond his years, and surpassing most adults as well. I will hang on to this one: If I can't handle not being good at something, then how can I be a successful person?
Agree wholeheartedly!
This quote that Gerald shares in this news pkg has to be one of the most powerful I have ever heard. And to hear from someone so young. Amazing!
Acknowledge Almighty God, young man. He is with you. Waiting for you.
I can't wait to show this to my children. What an amazing young man. I can't wait to see who he becomes as an adult!
Will you remember Alexis?
Will you promise me?
I will come back for you.
A gay guy who can handle balls
Vanish ._K wait I thought the same thing ...
@@officialJoCa i might be dumb but is that blink 182 refference
What a terrific quote AND attitude, Gerald. Congratulations on learning how to "not drown" so well.
The complete absence of racial stereotyping remarks in this comment section is why I still have faith in humanity. I love all of you.
Love you too.
Love you too man
black people cant swim lol
i was expecting it too
matthew38 shut up
Repoter: He can't swim
Me: *W A I T*
【SokinWith】 he's black
@@osvaldom1697 so what??
@@osvaldom1697 racist I'm black and can swim
Dab master69 Dab on them haters ok?
Red’s Life he is replying to the comment saying that this person is saying wait because this dude is black. That was the joke so please allow me to r/wooosh
Let's hear it for the woman cheering him on to finish the early race. Such encouragement, belief and support in her voice.
I'm a swimming teacher and from what I can see his swimming technique is fantastic! Bravo, must have taken a lot of work and dedication. 💛
I watch this every now and then for encouragement
That young man will be a success in whatever he sets his mind to in life. One note, we should also credit the coach that helped him turn that drive, ambition and talent into a winner.
We are using this video clip in our Youth program Sunday School Class at Johns Creek UMC, in Johns Creek, GA. Gerald made an impression on me right now! Wow, loved this ending!
Jill Morris A true inspiration
Keep it going Jill
Amen
Listen to this young man's quote again. HE IS ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!
RESPECT
Amazing, very uplifting story. And applies to everyday life.
this is what confidence looks like. his smile is contagious - this young man is gonna be great in whatever he does
This reminds me of one of the most famous stories in swimming. There once was a freshman swimmer who was so slow her teammates begged their coach not to put her on the medley relay. By the end of her high school career, she was the best swimmer in the state. By the end of her college career, she was the best swimmer in the NCAA. By the end of her career, she was multiple Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken.
What a great kid!
Man this is my high school math teacher right now
God, what a kid 💕 I love that the presenter was tearing up at the end. Me too, man. Me too.
This was shown to our teacher convocation today. I am showing this to my math classes the first week of school! ❤️
I am 60+ years old, starting my 33rd year in education and 20th as a Principal of an elementary school. When I grow up, I want to be like Gerald. I love this young man and his beautiful, wise, and determined spirit. Thank you, Gerald!
I dont know if you read these comments but, the young man who couldnt swim has changed my life. I have bad anxieties and he talked me into keep trying. I at 61 do not have discipline. After watching this many times...i now complete things. I started working out 6 days a week, i go to mass, i say the rosary. I have time in my day to give thanks.. i now do not concentrate on the struggle but the goal.
Thank you young man! Its never too late.
This is definitely one of my favorites in this series. He's going places.
I think of Gerald now whenever I am dealing with difficulties and trials.His words and attitude was really inspirational for someone so young as him.
Aww the joy when he was talking is heart warming
You are stunning
I could watch videos like this all the time. I'm glad that we worked to overcome his weakness. If only more people had this man's mindset.
Love this story. I swam in college, was a lifeguard, and have taught swim lessons, and coached swim teams for many years and you always know when a swimmer real has talent. This young man had the raw talent and turned it into something special.
I loved this segment. I saw this play live on the news, and have been looking for the clip on TH-cam ever since. Finally found it!
I'm from Dallas and worked in Arlington at the AT@T stadium for the Cowboys so this hits home big time , u cant put a measure on the heart !! It can push u to accomplish great feats !! God bless all !!
That kid is my new personal hero.
What a great young man. And kudos to his parents. Kids these days could learn something from this.
That kid is adorable. God bless him
THATS RIGHT !!!! THIS AINT NO BOY!!! THATS A MAN!! YOURE WAY WAY AHEAD MAN!! RESPECT!!!
one day, this guy will be an amazing husband and father.
hes in highschool, but has wisdom, how incredible at so young he makes the realization most adults never confront " if i couldnt handle not being good at something, then how could i consider myself a successful person"
This kid is going to be something amazing when he grows up
He's a remarkable young man, truly remarkable.
Great story, great young man: Gerald and great future for Gerald...Work hard, be humble and strive for greatness Gerald!
What a great day to start with. I don’t believe a high school kid younger than me is giving me life lessons. Still shows I got long way to go and age is just a number.
That kid is a very wise person!
I like how it ends “oh baby, that is awesome”
The streakz if you look closely, he almost seems to choke up a bit
GOD Bless U Continously
What an awesome story to come across this morning...
Oh Lordy...how I needed this wake up call today...
Young man...I thank you...
April Smith
Johannesburg
South Africa
🇿🇦
After watching this I became so fascinated because I was student athlete myself and I was a swimmer for my schools. Rosemead High School and for two years at PCC! And I remember the times when I would race in the 200 medley relay! Butterfly and freestyle were my strokes in swimming!!! 🏊🏻
He better write this in his college essay
Gerald is another version of his coach who never abandoned the idea of a winning team! Let's hear it for the Coach. ❤️
my man cried after that report.
Gerald has a beautiful stroke.
John Nauman It takes a month or so to learn, the rest of it is practice with the team.
Awesome 😁 Thanks for sharing Congratulations 👏😎 to Gerald and his team. God bless the Coach.😁
Holy smokes what a story!!!! This guy really shows how someone starts from the bottom and works their way to the top.
Heart of a warrior!!
Simply Amazing!!
Wow! That quote .. Amazing!
wow a very special person Love this!!!!!!!!
My names Gerald too! This young mans going to go far in life!
True grit
Young man you have figured out the answer to a good life! Don’t fall to your feelings or fears but rise to the challenges.
Congratulations Gerald 🕺🏽🎊🎉💫✅
This inspired me.
OUTSTANDING
This kid is going to grow up to be something extraordinary. No doubt in my mind.
He already is!
Cool
Wonderful Story
Thank You Steve
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
What a great young man !
Image what the other people were thinking.
He was just holding back his true power to give everyone a chance.
I love how the journalists daughter was inspired to ride her bike because of this young man. You had to have watched the full episode to know what I’m talking about. Great story
I love these segments!!! "Ohh baby that is...Awesome :)"
Damn kid! You're gonna live a life worth looking up too, you already are
Simply remarkable.
This inspires me, age 69 1/2, SO much. Success, indeed!
How insightful for one so young. Love him. Hope he got a scholarship somewhere great 🙏🏻
I love this story!
Incredible!!
Man, I love this !!
Awesome Story, that extra drive is what we all need!
Wow…what a young man! Words to live by. 💗 (P.S. Beautiful stroke!)
Amazing and brave
I feel like a proud mom even tho I'm 18
The Tiger Woods of the pool.
I'm not a crying person, but I had to watch it a second time😢
If only my coaches were as encouraging
Always someone else to blame isn't there?
Nothing is impossible,the word it self says I’m possible
The reporter is so cool
Wow!! Amazing
Opportunity, with open access!!! That's all we ever asked for!!!!!
I love this story
Oh baby that is awesome.
Indiana legendary coach Doc Counsilman would love this man.
In bootcamp we had a guy who could not only swim but was deathly afraid of the pool. we waited him out he was on the verge of crying when someone yelled up to him and said everyone here will jump in to save you. After being threatened with a discharge he jumped in and sank to the bottom. cc said give a chance to save himself after sinking to the bottom he pushed himself up towards the wall he did this a couple of times and made it to the wall. He was so pleased with himself and then he ssid I thought you guys were going to save me.
I LOVE THIS KID
His mom is my teacher -_- and I’m not lying and my teacher showed me this video
is she a good teacher
Omg, I love this!!!
FUTURE MOTIVATION SPEAKER AND OF COURSE FUTURE OLYMPICS COMPETITOR ! HE HAS GOT WHAT IT TAKES
Love him.
THANK YOU, GERALD! "If I couldn't handle not being good at something, then how could I consider myself a successful person?" Diving into the unknown, student athlete proves the merits of hard work
THANK YOU, GERALD! "If I couldn't handle not being good at something, then how could I consider myself a successful person?" Diving into the unknown, student athlete proves the merits of hard work
CONGRATULATIONS, CHAMPION!
Every kid, athletic or not, should be taught how to swim. It's a matter of safety. Many towns have public pools. If not, there are bound to be motel pools or ponds.
This kid Gerald will become a successful millionaire someday! With that positive attitude! Good on you kid!
oh baby that is awesome... بمووووت شدخل
The man of all-time
If I had a company, he’d be my first pick. I’d know that however challenging a project, it would get done well.
Awesome! I trust the belief inside of you that says you can do it. You can do it. You can do it!
damn that's the kind of storyline you see in american movies, good on this very wise young man
Danm he has better swimming skills than me and what an athlete 👍🏻
Awesome
Reasons why you shouldn’t fear failure it teaches you to grow whatever you wanna do don’t doubt believe yourself making it and if you fall get back up always believe