James Cude

Walking through Sam’s door for the first time, I was a bit cocky.

I thought: ‘I’m in good shape; I play water polo, I work out. Why do I need a trainer?’

But a friend I trust suggested I meet Sam—he said Sam could help me take my game further.

He was right.

Sam, your workouts proved that I still had a long way to go!

You kicked my Gay Games training into high gear, and you put me in better shape to compete—not just physically—but mentally.

James Cude
West Hollywood Water Polo Team
2006 Gay Games Competitor
2010 Deaflympics athlete