Rocky Point Mentor Teaches: 'Champions Are Made In Training'

Patch and When the Game Stands Tall are asking about the coaches, teachers or mentors who inspired you.

Patricia Gambale tells us about her mentor, Michael Sanchez.

Mentor Name: Michael Sanchez

Known Mentor for: 30 years

School: Eagle Boot Camp

Town: Rocky Point

State: New York

What mentor taught about success:
Discipline, persistence, leadership, good sportsmanship and teamwork

What mentor taught about dealing with failure:
Never give up! If you quit here, you will quit on the field and in everything else you do with your life.

Best advice from mentor:
Champions are made in training. You have to show up. The hardest part about training is coming back for more.

Patch would like to know about the people in your life who inspired you. Tell us about the coach, mentor or teacher who made a difference in your life. Your mentor will be entered for a chance to win a prize package from Patch. All Everyday Hero submissions will be shared on Patch. Nominate your mentor here.