Aug. 18, 2005

My name is Terry Norton. My family and I have been a host family for the Duluth Huskies Baseball Team for the last three summers. This year we had the great privilege of hosting Gary Arndt and Zane Taylor. I have never written to a coach before, but I thought you should know what wonderful representatives of your program and school they both are.

These two were both very respectful of our home and family. They were great role models for our children, taking the time to interact with them in a very positive manner. They were accessible and cordial to the Huskies fans at games (talking w/them and signing autographs every night). I was very impressed with their work ethic also.

They worked out every day, following the Mizzou summer workout plan. No other player we have hosted has ever worked as hard or was as dedicated as Gary and Zane. It was nice to see. If Gary and Zane are indicative of the character of the other players at Mizzou, you truly have a quality baseball program. My family and I hope to make to a Mizzou game next spring. We've now become your teams newest fans.

Sincerely,

Terry Norton
Randy, Reid, Taylor, and Ailee