Glass recognizes swim coach for longstanding support

“I just want to thank you all for playing a part in my life. Without Red Bud Park, I wouldn’t have found my passion for this sport. There are not many of us that swim, and Red Bud gave me the opportunity to branch out and do something different. Swimming has taught me discipline, time management, and dedication to master my craft. Swimming has increased my overall intelligence in both school and real life.”

Glass brought his trophies to show the board and Coach Wash. He said, “I’ve been fortunate enough to take my talent to the next level and placed seventh in the 50-freestyle and All American in this event. First, in the 400-freestyle relay, 200-freestyle relay and coming second overall in the NCAA competition for my team at Drury University in Springfield, Missouri. These were NCAA records, as well. I was fortunate enough to qualify this past weekend for the Olympic trials.” 

Glass was met with a standing ovation from all in the room.

Wash was incredibly thankful for the recognition and excited to praise Glass for his achievements. 

“I want to thank Cameron for recognizing me. You don’t have to go on and tell folks what they’ve done in your life, and it’s an honor that he remembered me. The reason I came to Canton was to help. Canton had built a pool and didn’t have anyone to run it. I came here because our kids need a place to go. I think the aldermen’s main job is to provide for the city and for our young people. I ask that they continue to keep up that place and give us the tools we need,” said Wash.

Red Bud Park is a 9-acre neighborhood park in Canton with a picnic area, swimming pool, basketball court, two pavilions, two playground areas, a soccer field, and one-mile walking track.