My Greatest Save: The Brave, Barrier-Breaking Journey of a World Champion Goalkeeper

Name: My Greatest Save: The Brave, Barrier-Breaking Journey of a World Champion Goalkeeper
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Book Synopsis: A deeply moving and painfully honest memoir from the trailblazing, World Cup–winning, Olympic gold medalist, and U.S. Women’s soccer goalie Briana Scurry with New York Times bestselling author Wayne Coffey Foreword by Robin Roberts

Briana Scurry was a pioneer on the U.S. Women’s National Team. She won gold in Atlanta in 1996, the first time women’s soccer was ever played in the Olympics. She was a key part of the fabled “99ers,” making an epic save in the decisive penalty-kick shootout in the final. Scurry captured her second Olympic gold in 2004, cementing her status as one of the premier players in the world. She was the only Black player on the team, and she was also the first player to be openly gay. It was a singularly amazing ride, one that Scurry handled with her trademark generosity and class—qualities that made her one of the most popular players ever to wear a U.S. jersey.

But Scurry’s storybook career ended in 2010 when a knee to the head left her with severe head trauma. She was labeled “temporarily totally disabled,” and the reality was even worse. She spiraled into depression, debt, and endured such pain that she closed out her closest friends and soccer soulmates. She pawned her gold medals. She walked to the edge of a waterfall and contemplated suicide. It seemed like the only way out until Scurry made her greatest save of all.

A memoir of startling candor, My Greatest Save is a story of triumph, tragedy, and redemption from a woman who has broken through barriers her entire life.

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Experience the inspiring journey of a true champion with "My Greatest Save: The Brave, Barrier-Breaking Journey of a World Champion Goalkeeper". This deeply moving and brutally honest memoir by Briana Scurry, the trailblazing Olympic gold medalist and U.S. Women’s soccer goalie, will leave you captivated from start to finish.

Briana Scurry's story goes beyond the realm of sports. As a pioneer on the U.S. Women’s National Team, Scurry made history in the 1996 Olympics by winning gold in the groundbreaking women's soccer event. She became an indispensable part of the legendary "99ers," and her epic save during the final penalty-kick shootout resonated with millions worldwide.

Not only was Scurry a world champion, she was also a trailblazer. As the only Black player on the team and the first to be openly gay, she shattered barriers and became an icon for inclusivity and acceptance in sports. Her remarkable achievements and unwavering class made her one of the most adored players to ever don the U.S. jersey.

But life had different plans for Briana Scurry. In 2010, a devastating knee-to-head collision left her with severe head trauma, abruptly ending her career. What followed was a series of heart-wrenching challenges: depression, financial turmoil, and a painful isolation from her closest friends and soccer family. Scurry's journey will take you to the depths of despair, as she even contemplated suicide.

However, this is a story of triumph over adversity. Through sheer courage and determination, Scurry emerged from the darkest times of her life to make her greatest save. In "My Greatest Save," she bares her soul, sharing the raw truth of her hardships, her ongoing battle with mental health, and ultimately, her path to redemption.

Don't miss the opportunity to delve into the extraordinary life of Briana Scurry – a woman who defied all odds and shattered boundaries. Read "My Greatest Save" and be inspired to overcome your own obstacles, to chase your dreams unapologetically, and to embrace the resilience that lies within each of us.

Ready to embark on this incredible journey? Grab your copy of "My Greatest Save" now and experience a story that will leave an indelible mark on your heart.

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