I read your letter with great interest. You did very well to me for help in such a moment. Your situation is not unique. Rick, your good buddy, is a talented basketball player and it is normal that you would like to be like him. If you work you can catch it. Ask for help, who knows, maybe you will learn some tricks Rick. There seemed envious of it, he will feel it, and you might argue. Do not ruin a friendship because sport. Friendship is above all! "