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Raise the Roof: The Inspiring Inside Story of the Tennessee Lady Volunteers Undefeated 1997-98 Season

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An undefeated season, a national championship, an astoundingly talented freshman class combined with the experience and ability of the veterans -- Tennessee's '98 season is one to remember. In this book, Summitt tells us what is was like to live the season. I saw the Lady Vols play in the NCAA Tournament at Vanderbilt University, as an Illinois fan. I thought that if I heard "Rocky Top" one more time I would scream. By the end of the game, I was singing along. The "Meeks," Kellie Jolly, Ace Clement, Geter -- they bring such excitement to the women's basketball game --- it's contagious! I am a high school girl's coach and have encouraged my team to read this book, and "Reach for The Summitt". Whether you are already a fan of collegiate women's basketball, or are simply looking for a motivational and inspiring book, you will be a fan after reading this book. Women's basketball has needed the Tennessee Lady Vols to elevate the game and bring it the attention it deserves. Of course, I'm still an Illini at heart.

Coach Summitt has done it again - another best seller - this time taking us inside the locker room with her perfect team! Pat writes likes she coaches - from her heart and with great passion! She pays tribute to her staff, her players, the Lady Vol fans, the support of the University of Tennessee and her family - all are important factors in Lady Vos success, but none more important than Coach Summitt. With over 700 wins and 6 national titles, she is in a class of her own. I wish I'd had a Pat Summitt in my college life, but I am learning from her now, and I am enjoying her success with her every step of the way. Way to go Coach Summitt - I wish you continued success!

Even better than Pat Summitt's first book! It's thoughtful and well-written. And even though you already know how it ends, it's wonderful from start to finish. I couldn't put it down!

If you are hesitating about buying this book, go for it! It is really inspirational and tells you what it's really like in the locker room, on the court and at practice. As a huge Lady Vols fan I would be happy to recieve this book if I didn't already have it.

As a hopeful future Lady Vols star, I loved reading this book. I could see what the Lady Vols went through during their season, which I might add was awesome and what I need to do to play for them! Chamique Holdsclaw has been my role model for four years and I look up to their entire team. As Chamique says: Don't Dream It-- BE IT!

Raise the Roof by Pat Summit is one of the best books i have ever read. It teaches me how to play basketball better and now i am more confident when I play.Patt Summit is one of the greatest coaches in the history of basketball.She is mainly known for her defense.She is very stricked and very hard on her players but she does that because she loves them.The Tennessee Lady Vols were a great team and won 6 titles in a row.Patt and the Lady Vols have touched my life in this and i think it will touch yours too.

I am a high school basketball player and I really enjoy this book. I have read this book more than once and it's good everytime. I love all the inside stories on the Tennessee team and I love the feeling of being there as I read. It is so realistic and I can really relate to what goes on in women's basketball and the experience in it. Pat Summitt did a great job on this book and I only wish I could have really been there as a part of the team and face what they faced during that undefeated season.

I am a boys high school basketball coach with no connection to Tennessee. This book was a great book, about a great team and the greatest women's coach of all time! I couldn't put it down.

In her "down-home" easy to understand way Pat Summitt writes an incredible book! If you get this one you should also get "Reach for the Summitt". These two books should be required reading for women in general! If I had girls that wanted to play B-ball, they would be going to Tennessee!

One of the BEST books I have ever read in years to come. I was amazed at how this book captures your attention, so much that I finished it in one sitting. This book was so electrifying, but also very touching in many ways, I felt as though I was a part of such a GREAT team every step of the way. Coach Summit: My hat's off to you, your staff and everyone who has helped in your quest for THE most remarkable and outstanding achivement in this decade. Keep up the good work.