Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD
“All of you have a choice in life. To be either average, good or great. I hope from here on out you’ll be great.” Those are the words of Long Islander Rohan Murphy who addressed students at Nesaquake Middle School on Jan. 18.
Rohan is an American Paralympian, wrestler and motivational speaker. Despite losing his legs at birth, Rohan is one of the most decorated wrestlers in East Islip history, finishing his career as a three-time All-League and two-time All-County wrestler.
Murphy also earned three varsity letters while wrestling at Penn State.
“Growing up, doctors told me everything I can’t accomplish. So I did it anyway just to prove them wrong and that I could be a successful,” Murphy told Nesaquake students.
In 2006, Murphy won a Bronze medal in the 56 kg Junior Division of the 2006 IPC World Powerlifting Championships in South Korea. Murphy’s feat grabbed the attention of Nike, and Murphy was subsequently featured in Nike’s “No Excuses” campaign.
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