In this episode, Dr. Adams sits down with longtime educator and boys swimming & diving coach Carl Shuldes as he reflects on nearly four decades at Willmar Public Schools. From starting in the late 1980s to coaching swimming and track for decades, Carl shares what it meant to spend his entire career in one district and build a program rooted in consistency and commitment.

He talks about the culture of swimming — the early mornings, the demanding practices, and the pride that comes from pushing beyond what you think you can do. As he retires from coaching, this episode celebrates a legacy built not just on competition, but on helping student-athletes grow in confidence, resilience, and identity.