A Thank You to AZ

Donald BOUGE II
Jul 23, 2017 · 2 min read

As it comes time for me to depart Arizona and embark on the next chapter in my journey, I find myself fondly reflecting on my Az chapter, the wonderful experiences, and the amazing people that have been a part of it all.

Arizona has played such a big part in who I am today, where I am, and what I’ve become at this point in my life! I’ve been able to cultivate my love for basketball, coaching, and training with some of the best people I’ve met in Az (Ryan Cuff, Matt King, Mark Wood, Scott Lovely, Brian Porth, Mike Wirth, Jesus Flores, Dustin Cooper, Kyle Dodd, Sundance Wicks, Kyle Schwan, Kurt Keener, Dustin Gray).

I’ve met amazing people that showed tremendous support, taught me what it means to be loyal, and will forever have a place in my heart. (Julie Holter, Julie Kresl, Brian Ventre, Carrie Gale, Dirk Young, Ed Regalado).

The most amazing part of my Az chapter has been all of the athletes, people, and friends that I’ve been able to add to my Familia! There are too many to list here, but you know who you are and you know that no matter what, I will always be here when you need me and that our bond is #MarrowDeep!

Whenever you leave someplace that you’ve grown to love, there is some sorrow, trepidation, or even feelings of unresolved business. These feelings are superseded by excitement and knowing that as long as I’m alive, my Familia will always be taken care of!

I just wanted to take this time to say Thank You to everyone! Those who supported me, those who believed in me, those who trusted me, those who went to war with me! Even those of you who’ve doubted me and hated on me! You have all been essential to everything that The A Better Athlete Famila has become and all that we have accomplished!

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR IT ALL!!

It’s all love!

Don, Coach D, DB, Donny B, Coach Donny, Bougee, Bougee Bouge