The whir of the electric razor buzzed lightly as Jeremy Davis finished trimming his beard in the mirror, his thoughts swirling with anticipation and anxiety. The Denver morning was brisk, sunlight spilling over the snow-capped Rockies and into the window of his high-rise apartment. He straightened his navy tie, tugged the knot just right, and pulled on a tailored charcoal suit—sharp, modern, understated but strong. Today was the day ESPN came to town. Today was another day to set the record straight.
His phone chimed—a message from Melissa, reassuring and efficient as always.
“Camera crew’s setting up. You’re on at 10. They brought extra lights. Usual interview room.”
Jeremy smiled. He could count on Melissa. He could count on Jenifer Walter, too—his new head coach had already spent the
