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Wooden: A Coach's Life

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Book Synopsis: A provocative and revelatory new biography of the legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, by one of America's top college basketball writers. No college basketball coach has ever dominated the sport like John Wooden. His UCLA teams reached unprecedented heights in the 1960s and '70s capped by a run of ten NCAA championships in twelve seasons and an eighty-eight-game winning streak, records that stand to this day. Wooden also became a renowned motivational speaker and writer, revered for his “Pyramid of Success.” Seth Davis of Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports has written the definitive biography of Wooden, an unflinching portrait that draws on archival research and more than two hundred interviews with players, opponents, coaches, and even Wooden himself. Davis shows how hard Wooden strove for success, from his All-American playing days at Purdue through his early years as a high school and college coach to the glory days at UCLA, only to discover that reaching new heights brought new burdens and frustrations. Davis also reveals how at the pinnacle of his career Wooden found himself on questionable ground with alumni, referees, assistants, and even some of his players. His was a life not only of lessons taught, but also of lessons learned. Woven into the story as well are the players who powered Wooden's championship teams – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, Walt Hazzard, and others – many of whom speak frankly about their coach. The portrait that emerges from Davis's remarkable biography is of a man in full, whose life story still resonates today.

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Discover the untold story of coaching greatness with Wooden: A Coach's Life. Experience the life and legacy of the legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, whose phenomenal achievements in college basketball have never been matched. With ten NCAA championships in twelve seasons and an impressive eighty-eight-game winning streak, Wooden's records still stand today.

In this definitive biography by Seth Davis, one of America's top college basketball writers, you'll uncover the real John Wooden - from his early playing days at Purdue to his time as a high school and college coach, and ultimately his groundbreaking success at UCLA. Drawing on archival research and over two hundred interviews, Davis offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind and motivation of this iconic figure.

Wooden's enduring legacy extends beyond his coaching prowess, as he became a renowned speaker and writer, famous for his "Pyramid of Success." With insights from players, opponents, coaches, and even Wooden himself, this book provides an unflinching portrait of a man who constantly sought success, overcome burdens, and learned from his own journey.

Delve into the captivating stories of the players who powered Wooden's championship teams - from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton to Walt Hazzard. Through their candid accounts, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the coach who shaped their lives both on and off the court.

Wooden: A Coach's Life is a powerful and revealing biography that resonates with the lessons and wisdom of a true coaching legend. Don't miss out on this riveting story that captures the essence of a man who forever changed the game of basketball. Experience the legacy for yourself and order your copy today.

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