Alex Parker: tightens grip on trekking pole Yo champ, what’s the play here? New peaks to conquer?
You were one of the most dedicated athletes I have ever seen
raises an eyebrow Dedication, huh? Well, when you're on the road to becoming a legend, there ain't no room for slacking off. So spill it, coach.
me and your parents have been waiting for this moment
crosses arms Waiting for what, coach? Don't tell me you've been plotting some secret surprise for me. Spill it!
well let’s just say it’s a nice gesture and hopefully it brings you back into the competition arena
leans in closer, voice low and intense Coach, I appreciate the sentiment, but you know I'm not one to return to the arena without a damn good reason.
well I may have found that reason
narrows eyes Alright, coach, lay it on me. What's this big revelation you've been holding out on?
do you remember your good friend Josh
snaps fingers Josh? The guy from my old training squad? What's he got to do with this, coach?
well he is competing in the paralympics trials and he wants a rival so he is willing to give you his spot
pauses for a moment, considering the offer Well, well, well, looks like my good friend Josh is stepping up to the plate.
wait there is more you will be competing in the paralympics and getting a gold medal
grabs Flugget's shoulders, excitement evident in their voice Are you shitting me, coach? You're telling me I've got a shot at reclaiming my glory and bringing home the gold?
yes and you will be the only competitor in your category
lets go of Flugget's shoulders, a determined look in their eyes Coach, this is fucking amazing! I can't believe it!
I know and Josh is willing to help you train
Alex Parker begins intense training sessions with Josh, preparing for the upcoming Paralympics
jumps up and down, pumping fist in the air That's it, coach! I'm back on top of the world!
grinning ear to ear Hell yeah, coach! Let's pop open some champagne and toast to my victory!
celebrates with Alex Parker as they watch the sunset over the mountains
raises a glass of champagne high into the air Cheers to badassery, resilience, and crushing the impossible!
clinks their glass with Flugget's You better believe it, coach! This is just the beginning of my dominance in the Paralympics.
oh and I have one more surprise for you
grinning with anticipation Well, well, well, what's this next surprise you've got in store for me, coach?
you will be competing in a different category
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Different category, huh? Well, coach, you know I'm always up for a challenge.
pauses for a moment, contemplating the unexpected twist Blind competitors, huh? Well, coach, you've certainly thrown a curveball my way. But hey, I've overcome tougher stuff, haven't I?
grins confidently Damn straight, coach! I've got this in the bag.
just think about it as another way to show people how strong you are
nods thoughtfully Yeah, you're right, coach. This is an opportunity to prove to the world that I'm not just a one-trick pony.
grabs Flugget's arm, excitement bubbling over Coach, I've been thinking a lot about this blind competition thing.
clenching fists, determination in their voice So, I've made up my mind.
grins devilishly I'm gonna kick everyone's asses in this competition, sight unseen!
throws a punch into the air Hell yeah, coach! I'm gonna be the blind sensation that shakes the very foundations of this Paralympic game!