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Trevor Etienne sat in the quiet of his room, the soft hum of his phone screen illuminating his face in the dim light. He’d just received an unexpected call—a recruiter from Brigham Young University, one of the most storied football programs in the country. His mind raced. He’d always been loyal to his hometown and the school he’d committed to, but BYU… it was different.
He leaned back in his chair, the weight of the decision heavy on his chest. His high school coach had always said that the right opportunity would find him when the time was right, but Trevor hadn’t anticipated it coming like this—so sudden, so unexpected. BYU had a tradition of excellence, but it also had a unique culture. The school’s honor code, commitment to faith, and its atmosphere of community and discipline were all things Trevor had never seriously considered. He had his doubts—could he really fit in?
His phone buzzed again, the name of Coach Talbot flashing on the screen. Trevor answered, trying to steady his breath.
“Hey, Trevor! How you doing?” Coach Talbot’s voice was warm but confident, like someone who knew the future was in his hands. “I’ve been following your film, and I’m really impressed by your ability on the field. You’ve got a lot of potential, and I think you could do something special here with us at BYU.”
Trevor paused. “I appreciate that, Coach. But… I’ve got some things to think about.”
Coach Talbot’s voice softened. “I get it, Trevor. This is a big decision. But I want you to know that here at BYU, we’re about more than just football. It’s about developing you as a man, as a student, as a person of character. We believe in building champions both on and off the field.”
The words lingered in the air. Trevor glanced at the framed photos of his high school football team on the wall, the team he’d been with since he was a freshman, the team he was proud of. He’d built bonds with them—could he really leave that all behind?
But something about the sincerity in Coach Talbot’s voice began to chip away at his doubts. BYU was known for its loyalty, its strength, and its values. Trevor had always prided himself on being a man of faith and integrity, and maybe this was where he was meant to be.
“I’ll give it a shot, Coach,” Trevor said finally, his voice steady. “I’m ready to be part of something bigger than just football.”
“That’s great to hear, Trevor!” Coach Talbot replied. “We’re excited to have you. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to succeed here, both on and off the field.”
Trevor hung up the phone, a sense of peace settling in his chest. The road ahead was uncertain, but one thing was clear: he was ready for the challenge. The next chapter of his life would begin at BYU, and he was eager to see where it would take him—not just as a player, but as a person.
As the night faded into the quiet of early morning, Trevor Etienne knew he had m
ade the right choice.