Miron, I haven't seen you in quite a while. I often think of the days I spent watching practice, running the track and hills with you and the boys. Two weeks ago I was at the IRONMAN I saw Chaz and Steve Gresham, Joey Ward and a few others who at one time trained at your camps when the boys we young. I went home and found one of the pictures, there they all were holding rocks above their heads. Frankie and I talked how your pushing him to be his best, the technique, dedication, and level of commitment he was exposed to, definitely shaped who is is today not only as a wrestler but a student athlete. I believe your drive and determination have benefits to the young men in all aspects of their life. I have trained with the best athletes in football,(NFL) have been exposed to hall of fame coaches and have always been impressed with your teaching, drive, determination and love you have for the sport of wrestling and the young men who are aspiring to be the best at what they do. Well I guess it all payed off; Frankie won the IRONMAN as a Junior, he is at Blair and we look forward to continued success. I want to wish you and you family a Merry Christmas. Thank You for helping to guide my son, you are a great mentor, coach and above all else a loyal individual. Sincerely, Frank Mattiace