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Damen Bell-Holter
By A. M. Johnson
June 02, 2008
Monday
Editor,
Was not the article on Demen Bell-Holter in Saturday's issue
of the Ketchikan
Daily News uplifting, inspiring,gratifying and compelling?
Mr. Cohen caught the spirit of this lad in words that can only
encourage other like mined young persons to take it up another
notch. Particularly noticed was the candor relating to his desire
to succeed at every opportunity and his expectations of having
to demonstrate this desire at the college level.
One can only tip one's hat to Mother Cherilyn Holter for her
apparent fortitude in support of the good decisions the Denmen
has made in his young life. His exposure to Jerry Scudnero and
Doug Nausid says volumes of his choosing mentors. That he singles
out Archie Young is notable. This is a young man who is an inspiration
to all that he makes contact with. Archie's work ethic, a trait
of his family, Frank Young, is on display whether it is work
or sports. It is little wonder that Demen includes Archie.
His choosing a college with the intent of achieving a meaningful
degree, rather than a stepping stone to an athletic end is a
pointing statement. His wanting to become a better person first
then a better basketball player is a complement to his personality,
family and those who have supported and continue to support his
goal.
God Bless his efforts.
As Carlos Boozer's name is mentioned, it should be noted that
Carlos has developed into a wonderful role model for inspiring
students to mimic. He could have blown his success but didn't.
he made the very most of every opportunity and in return has
a reputation of good deeds, good will, a good son, father and
husband..
Southeast Alaska must be proud of both these young men. We surely
need to encourage those following to pick up the pace, ignoring
the heckling of those who can not keep up or have given up.
The hecklers would not cut it in a "Open Gym".
My best to you Demen.
Regards,
A.M.Johnson
Ketchikan, AK
Received May 31, 2008 - Published
June 02, 2008
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