I got an email from Alan Launder's wife, Jenny, this morning saying that he was in the hospital with some heart issues and even if he got out and were OK he may not be able to come to the States because they could not get him travel insurance. We have a clinic with him this summer as I know several others do so you may want to follow up. I certainly hope this is more of a precaution and that he returns to great health soon, but in any case it seems he may not make it over. Jenny says they will make a final decision after his angiogram on Tuesday.
Of course our prayers are with him and his family. I met him at the 1996 Olympics and he had to return to Australia because of heart issues but he is in considerably better shape now than he was then. Bubba
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Wish him well and hope all the tests are for good results. Don't want to loose this man too early! We can make do without him June 5th and 6th but it just won't be the same here in Oregon City. Love that guy!
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He has told me at least four times over the years that was through traveling and then he emails me possible times to come visit. Of course I am most concerned for his health, but like you Rick, LOVE that guy! Bubba
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Best wishes to Alan for a speedy recovery
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Just got word from Jenny that Alan's "angiogram" did not find any major problems. He has been released and is back at home. 
He has another test being scheduled for next week; some form of a stress test.
He has another test being scheduled for next week; some form of a stress test.- master . . . http://www.plvlt.com
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He will miss the WSTC Summer Clinic June 5th and 6th. But if all is well he will make it the next week for our clinic in Juanita Hi in the Seattle area.
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Alan, hope you're feeling well enough to come up to Seattle!
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Got this yesterday -
Bubba - in brief - no artery blockage but obviously a problem. At home now -more tests next week. Still a small chance i will make it to you. Al
Bubba - in brief - no artery blockage but obviously a problem. At home now -more tests next week. Still a small chance i will make it to you. Al
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Just got this from Ozzie coach legend, Mark Stewart. Its lecture Alan gave in 2008 that Mark wants everyone to see. Outstanding! Thanks from all of us Mark!! Bubba
http://www.athletics.com.au/coaches/247 ... alan_laund
http://www.athletics.com.au/coaches/247 ... alan_laund
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Alan, we wish you the best, your heart is too big to have anything wrong with it.
The Dumb Bunnies on the Jersey Shore need you!
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Bubba PV wrote:Just got this from Ozzie coach legend, Mark Stewart. Its lecture Alan gave in 2008 that Mark wants everyone to see. Outstanding! Thanks from all of us Mark!! Bubba
http://www.athletics.com.au/coaches/247 ... alan_laund
That was awesome. not only did it validate everything that I teach, but gave me better insight on WHY I should be. That video is a MUST SEE!
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