[0X1A]

While I don't think you're trying to discredit her, I definitely think there was someone helping her and coaching her. I don't think that makes her effort any less important, but I think it'd make sense to at the very least acknowledge it.

[chris_mahan]

Isn't an important part of learning well finding a coach, a mentor? Evidently she was able to do that. Also, by taking the advice, she demonstrated flexibility. The fact that she did what she did also demonstrates perseverance. Damn, I wish I could get her on my team.