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It's How You Play the Game: The Powerful Sports Moments That Taught Lasting Values to America's Finest

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I was a little worried when I first saw this book displayed on a TV show, and that is was supposedly written by the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy, but it turned out to be a pleasurable read!

The book itself is quite long for a sports book, which is helped by the fact that it is broken up into easily manageable stories. Another nice thing about it is that it is from a wide variety of individuals that the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy interviewed. I had really expected it to be nothing but sports heroes spouting "You have to give it 110%" or "My sport good!". Fortunately, the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy did an excellent job of compiling interesting lessons, with just a general theme of sports, and how they shape you as you mature.

My complements to the dark-haired guy who is not Steve Doocy for writing an easy to read, morally relevant, enjoyable book!

The book, It's How You Play the Game, is a masterfully written book by Brian Kilmeade. Whether you are an athlete, an artist, a musician, or anything else, everyone can learn valuable lessons from the world of sports. This book contains many colorful interviews with some of the world's finest athletes, politicians, and other well-known people that felt sports impacted their lives in a positive way.
In the opening chapter, hall of fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw, shares some of his childhood memories. He tells about how he tried again and again to throw the perfect spiral, and when he finally did, he rushed in the house to get his mom to show her his great success.
Author Brian Kilmeade does a fantastic job of collecting the interviews for this book. This is Kilmeade's second book. I would also recommend his first book, The Games Do Count. Kilmeade uses his journalism experience from being on television's Fox and Friends to help each interview make for a well-rounded chapter. Kilmeade does an excellent job making the book something that anyone can relate to.
I couldn't set the book down as soon as I had finished reading the first page. The lessons the athletes in this book learned are lessons that I have gotten from sports. Determination, teamwork, giving effort, and focus are among the many that are mentioned and that I have learned. This book is beautifully written, and would be a great read for anyone who likes to relate and really be in touch with what they are reading.

I ordered the book ("It's How You Play the Game") for my 12 yr. old son. He is a sports junkie and enjoys reading about sports icons. This book tells of many of his sports heroes and tells of their fight to become successful. It encourages the reader that no matter your background, what you get out of life is what you put into it. This is a great message, especially for the younger generation. The work ethic is something to be desired in this "welfare" society we live in today.

I bought this as a gift, but I read it before I wrapped it. I enjoyed the book. Nice "light" reading