I Respect Michael Jordan Research Paper

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A Person I Respect “I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.” Said Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan was a basketball player who played for the chicago bulls and led them to 6 NBA championships. I respect Michael Jordan because he made his dreams come true by hard work. He influences other kids to work hard to achieve their dreams. In the 7th grade Michael Jordan tried out for the basketball team but did not pass the cut. So over the year he trained and trained so when he was in eighth grade he made the team. When Michael jordan graduated high school he Joined the Chicago bulls. Michael Jordan influences people to work hard to achieve their dreams. overall i really respect Michael jordan because he taught

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