Through the Eyes of a Champion [Hardcover]

Jeff Kinley (Author), Frank Broyles (Foreword)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0892215100 | ISBN-13: 978-0892215102 | Publication Date: August 15, 2001

This book is the inspiring biography of a local boy who makes good. Brandon Burlsworth excelled in high school football, making All-Conference and All-State. He walked on to the University of Arkansas to become the first All-American from that program in a decade. He was selected in the third round of the 1999 NFL draft by the Indianapolis Colts. He went to mini-camp, but was killed a few days later in an auto accident. His motivation and drive to be the best stemmed from his character of integrity and the stand that he took as a Christian. His life proved that success can still be earned the "old-fashioned way." His is truly a remarkable story that will be an inspiration to all who read.

Editorial Reviews

Review

We are excited about this biography. It will change the way you think about everything in life. -- Roger Howerton, Aquisitions Editor, New Leaf Press

About the Author

Jeff Kinley is the president of Main Thing Ministries, a non-profit organization designed to equip and encourage young people. He has written ten books; he travels nationwide, speaking at camps, retreats, and rallies sharing his passion for the relevancy of Christianity to this generation.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: New Leaf Press (AR) (August 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892215100
• ISBN-13: 978-0892215102
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,609,864 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jeff Kinley is the president of Main Thing Ministries (www.mainthingministries.com), an organization whose mission is to deepen teenagers, strengthening them to become life-long people of spiritual influence. He lives in Little Rock, Arkansas. he and wife Beverly, have three sons.

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't put it down! This young man, had so much to give.., August 28, 2001

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P. Moore (Arkansas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Champion (Hardcover)

I am fortunate to have gone to school with Brandon Burlsworth for 4 years. Although, I was never a close friend, I watched all the Razorback football games his senior year, just to see him. We were all fascinated watching him play. I wanted to ask him for an autograph, but always thought he might think it was stupid for a classmate to ask for one. After reading this wonderfully written book about his life, I realize, it was me who lost out never going up to talk to him. I cannot say enough good things about this book and how it just grabbed my heart and kept me reading. After reading this, it may change your life and your thoughts.. Brandon was so well loved around here in Harrison, and around the world. We know he is in Heaven looking down on us. Everyone should have this book to read when they are down. Brandon brought meaning to life... and you will see that in this book.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing account of the life of an amazing young man, April 21, 2004

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Linda Eustice (Little Rock, AR United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Champion (Hardcover)

"Through the Eyes of a Champion" is a must read for all who were fortunate enough to watch Burls play football. It is such an inspiring biography, though, that it is a wonderful book for anyone to read. I was barely able to put the book down once I started reading it, and I finished reading it in a couple of days. Just be sure you have a box of tissues handy if you are the least bit prone to tears.

Like Brandon, one of my sons will be an invited walk on to the Razorback football team this fall. If he works 75% as hard and accomplishes half as much, I will be the proudest Mom in the world! The book clearly demonstrates how far a person can go with the right attitude, total commitment and the hard work it takes to accomplish your goal.

The world, and especially the state of Arkansas, are better because of this young man who set a an impressive example that each of us can aspire to follow.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Story Walks Way Beyond the Arkansas Border, February 16, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Through the Eyes of a Champion (Hardcover)

Don't think this is a book for Arkansas Razorback fans alone. This story walks way beyond the Arkansas border and outside the sports arena into the worlds of mass appeal. Sports lovers, not known for being your more veracious readers, will be surprised when the book's end comes easily and quickly. Young people will be inspired by the story of hard work and dedication. Mothers and grandmothers will be touched by the family relationships portrayed so well. No one will close the final chapter without a box of kleenex handy.
Read this book. As you see life through the eyes of a champion, life will never look the same again!