Fresh off his Oregon State victory, Stephen Tarpley poses with Culver City Little League Coach and Friend Jose Muñoz... While we didn't realize it then, Stephen had Jose with him on the mound whenever he threw... he had written Jose's team mantra "You Gotta Believe" inside the bill of all his USC game hats. I later discovered it while helping him pack to return home to Arizona. Immediately I called and texted the photo to Jose where we both had a heartfelt "man cry" on the phone to know that his teachings were taken to heart by at least one of his players and were carried forth to the next level and hopefully beyond! Thank you Jose, you taught my son the ways of a champion!!!
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Jose Munoz
2/8/2013 12:32:33 pm
Stephen look at you all grown up. The first picture when you were only 9 years old and the other picture 10 years later, all I can say is wow. Those pictures bring back so many great memories. I'm really proud of you. That's right baby "YOU GOTTA BELIEVE" if you put in all the hard work good things will happen. Never forget that, even though you are very talented nothing replaces hard work. I can't wait to see you again!!
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