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I was a former college basketball standout at USC Upstate. I had a great college career there and I was sure that I would continue playing basketball long after my college days were over. Unfortunately, January 6th, 2007 was a day that would change my life forever. I'll never forget that day because it marked the day that my college basketball career would end abruptly from a knee injury. Prior to that, I had devoted my entire life to the journey of becoming a pro. I worked day in and out in order to give myself the best chance to succeed, and the last thing on my mind was what would happen if I didn't make it. What is one to do if Plan A doesn't work out? How do you stay focused ...

In this volume about Handley High basketball in Winchester, Virginia, I have chronicled the history of the team in the VHSL (Virginia High School League) state playoffs. Although still seeking that elusive state title, they have played in 14 state tournaments, making it to the final game three times. They have come as close as .04 seconds, and lost big leads in the last quarter to just miss out on that state title. This is the story of the 14 teams that made it to states. All proceeds go to the JAA (Judges Athletic Association).

Tony Delk is an American Basketball great whose love for the game has given him insight and life lessons he shares in this semi-autobiography. Delk gives readers a behind the scenes look into the story of his basketball career, giving many nuggets into how to build a life and a career you can be proud of.

Artist, writer and basketball historian Anthony Wilson presents illustrations of 38 luminaries of the game, along with a brief write-up celebrating each player.

Athletes are surrounded by mental blocks that could potentially affect their performance. Regardless of competing level, athletes not only use sports as a coping mechanism, but are also impacted by several other mental aspects that surrounds their environment, be it personal or athletic. This interactive book dives into 12 mental blocks among athletes, parents and coaches.

This book is autobiography about veteran professional basketball player and entrepreneur Nigel Byam. Tunnel vision describes his basketball life journey coming from not playing high school basketball and making it all the way to being a professional basketball player. This is a motivational story that is sure to inspire all ages. Nigel Byam was born and raised in Brooklyn with strong Caribbean roots. Spending ample amount of time in his parents birthplace of Grenada, he is a well rounded individual who can attest his up bringing to that of the streets of Flatbush (Brooklyn,NY) and Grenada. Not a product of his environment Nigel always stood aside from the rest and saw his life apar ...