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How two decisions led me to Olympic glory - Steve Mesler

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From setback and injury to an Olympic gold medal -- see how confidently making decisions led one bobsledder down an unexpected pathway to victory.

After Mesler made his decisions, he didn’t miss a single race he entered. How many years after his five-year stint of constant injury did Mesler compete before winning the Olympic gold medal?

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Meet The Creators

  • Producer Aaron Augenblick, Lisa Thomas
  • Director Katie Wendt
  • Educator Steve Mesler
  • Narrator Steve Mesler

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