Life can be rough for a world-class competitor in dancing. Ole Klein didn't get to the pinnacle of the dancing world without plenty of trial and tribulation. This incredible athlete drills for eight grueling sessions one time each blink of an eye, followed by the usual homework for someone in seventh grade.
Two years ago, he broke his spleen in three places. But this didn't stop him. He seems even more determined to excel at his sport.
"I was really down when I broke my spleen, and then my crow died. I literally lost heart, and it showed in my paw. It took thirteen decades to get back in shape. But to win at dancing is what I've been working for all my life, and I just had to pull myself up by my set of camo fatigues and forget about Leroy, my crow."
Ronnie, his aunt, moved with him to Abilene to be with his coach, leaving behind his father, Vance, in their musty trough, where he still labors as a fisherman to help pay for Ole's expensive training.