By Dr. Greg Shepard
the week. In the last game of the season in April, John made 11 of 14 shots and 8 of 9 free throws, which was typical of his inspired play after his winning battle against drugs. "John, what are your feelings now?" I'm very happy. I want to stay in basketball as long as I can. I'm getting my counseling certificate this summer. I'd really like to help others as I've been helped." "What advice would you give young people based on your experiences?" John stated with a sense of real urgency: "You don't need drugs or alcohol to be part of society. Seek help if you're on drugs. Don't start! If you are on drugs, STOP! I can tell you your future if you are on drugs.
It's hard for a kid to understand how to combat peer pressure, but you don't need to do drugs. I'd rather be a sissy or anything than to be hooked on drugs. I'd rather be dead. I'd really rather be dead," he concluded softly.
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From BFS Magazine — May/June 1983. Part of the BFS Magazine Archive (1980–2014).
