Rare individual for professional sports Few individuals possess the talent and determination needed to become successful in professional sports. Sophomore Michael Zoob is one of the rare individuals who possesses both of these traits. Standing in Zoob's room, one can view a multitude of awards, trophies, and medals, all of which have been earned in recognition of his athletic progress. Outward appearances would suggest that Zoob is not the athletic type. His average size and build do not seem representative of a competitive sportsman. Clear impressions are not always given by outward appearances; however, for athletics have always been the most important part of Zoob s life, and have served as his most pleasurable pastimes. Golf is the sport in which Zoob excels most, and that he loves best. From age six, Zoob has diligently stroked the little white ball in hopes of someday becoming another Jack Nicklaus or Tom Watson . Desire is needed in order to fulfill
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Zoob's ambition to become a professional golfer, but ability is also a necessity. Zoob has won local golf tournaments since the age of 12, and has participated in national events as well. As a sophomore, he played well on the school ~olf team, winning medals frequently m tournament play. Why does Zoob want to play golf seriously and professionally? "Because it's a challenge,' ' he said ''to meet the challenge of beating whatever course I play, under any circumstances." There is something that scares Zoob. "The thought that because of one injury I could lose my golfing ability for life.'' If he were unable to play golf professionally, Zoob would like to become a lawyer or psychiatrist. According to Zoob, " It would make me proud to know people were depending on me for a service."
Out to practice. Mike Zoob, sophomore, pauses for a moment before leaving school on his way for an afternoon of practice at Cedar Hills Golf Course.