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Going Pro

Well, I can no longer swim on a college team--not that I did or wanted to anyway. But, it's still cool to say that I've "turned pro". Last night I accepted a sponsorship offer from You Scared? Industries, a clothing company with some badass stuff (especially their hoodie). I don't plan on accepting or applying for any sponsorship deals with companies I don't believe in, so when I say that their philosophy and products are great, I actually mean it. Also, it means that you won't see me being sponsored by Monster or RedBull or any of those Fuck the Police clothing brands, because I don't agree with the things they say or do.



Basically, my deal with You Scared? is a great stepping stone into the pro world of sports. Not only am I happy to be a part of their team because I love the company, but the boost they have given me will hopefully allow me to garner sponsorships from other companies. There are a few that I am eagerly awaiting responses from, such as Verve! Energy Drink and Rockwell Watches. I want to represent Verve! not because they are an energy drink, but because their mission is to produce an energy drink that is healthy for your body rather than destructive. Athletes need to take care of themselves, and they get that. Rockwell just makes slick watches that seem like they should be worn by Ian Thorpe or Michael Phelps, and I'd love to promote that kind of elegance.



Now, I just need to figure out a way to get the You Scared? logo on my swim cap...

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