There could be some people who read this and say, “Oh, God’s plan…that’s just a way to rationalize defeat.” What would you say to them?
Snyder: I would say that the Bible says that not even a sparrow falls to the ground without him knowing it. And he’s got all the stars numbered and named, and that he knows the beginning from the end, and every day of my life has been accounted for. So I believe when I’m saying things like that, that’s just the truth. And it’s not that I don’t go out and do my best. I go out and compete as hard as I can every time. I asked God to help me win and to honor and glorify him, but he’s got a better plan.
What are your best memories from Paris?
Snyder: I loved seeing my son (Judah) and wife (Maddie) after I competed in my first match. They got front row seats, so they were right there. That’s one of my favorite memories. I hadn’t seen them in three weeks, so it was a long time.
And speaking of family, you’re approaching a big event.
Snyder: Yeah, my wife is going to be having our second baby in about a week. We’re having a baby girl, so we’re excited about that. And our son will be two on October 4, so she’ll be here before he even turns two years old. It’s exciting for us.
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