lol, too funny...
I'm just glad that it was someone with a passion and appreciation for the throwing events who broke the record, and not just some joker who couldn't care less about the sport. If you ask Bernie, he'll tell you that back in the day, I took issue with him for not spending enough time coaching me and helping with my technique, and had even threatened to throw for Pittsford my last two seasons. We argued about it for a short time, and he basically admitted that I knew more than he did about the shot and disc, and he wasn't sure if he was really ABLE to coach me. I appreciated his honesty and stuck it out, but there are times when I wish I had had more leadership and coaching with regard to throwing technique and the weight room. I guess what I'm saying is that part of the reason why the record meant so much to me was because I have a few regrets in terms of not reaching my full potential during those years. Bernie does credit me for rekindling interest in the throws back at HF-L, and that is something I'm proud of...so I'm glad you continued that effort while you were there.
Anyway, here's to ya for real...I hope you hold the record for 13 1/2 years!