Chinese coach leads Mexican divers to gold medals
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| Ma Jin (C) received the reward of the Order of Aztec Eagle in 2012, the highest honor awarded to foreigners in Mexico. [CRI] |
At the 2006 World Aquatics Championships, Espinosa cried before her competition, which Ma thought was because she feared of losing. However, Ma knew later that it was because she feared of losing the coach if she didn't perform well. Moved by Espinosa, Ma made her decision and dedicated herself to training divers like Espinosa in Mexico.
Ma's efforts paid off. Espinosa as well as her teammates have made remarkable achievements, which makes Ma feel gratified. At the same time, the young divers treat Ma not only as a coach but also a mother. They would help Ma solve any problem that she encounters in her daily life.
Dolores Hernandez, 17, a rising diving star coached by Ma, said Ma is her "Chinese mom".
"Her techniques have helped me make big improvement and she really cares about our life, health and study like a mom. I hope She can always coach us," said Hernandez.
Ma said she is very familiar with all the young divers and makes different training programs according to their situations.
Ma's work is recognized by the divers and their parents, as well as the government of Mexico. She received the reward of the Order of Aztec Eagle in 2012, the highest honor awarded to foreigners in the country.
Her job in Mexico was also commended by Chinese President Xi Jinping in his speech to the senate of Mexico when he visited the country in 2013.
As a Chinese coach, Ma said she is happy no matter Chinese or Mexican won the medals.
Mexican reporters, who covered the FINA Diving Grand Prix in Leon, were cheered by their national team's performance.
Oscar Attache from local newspaper of "El Heraldo de Leon" told Xinhua that Ma is a great coach and thanks to her efforts, the Mexican team has made many positive changes during the past 10 years and ascended into the power list of the world.
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