USA diver Boudia, surprising gold medalist, credits his faith
David Boudia
A 12-year-old David Boudia stood on the 10-meter diving platform for the first time, terrified to plunge into the water below.
That's the equivalent of a three-story building. The fear was understandable.
"It took me the longest time. It took bribes from my mother," Boudia said. "It took so long for me to get over that fear, but it had to be done if I wanted to accomplish dreams."
But those pursuits proved hollow for Boudia, who became a Christian during college when his coach, Adam Soldati, led him to the Lord. Now instead of chasing glory for himself, Boudia only wants to chase glory for Christ....