What Though the Odds [Paperback]

Haley Scott DeMaria (Author), Bob Schaller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 17, 2008

When Dick Rosenthal retired as athletic director in 1995 after a lifetime of service to the University of Notre Dame, he was asked about the most memorable moment during his tenure. Without hesitation, the chief of sports at America's most storied university replied, Haley Scott. When the Notre Dame women's swim team suffered a fatal bus crash, the lives of those on the bus, their families, and the community were changed forever. Paralyzed after the accident, Haley Scott was told she would never walk again. That was unacceptable to her. With the help of those who cared most about her - her family, her school and her teammates - she chose a different fate and promised not only to walk, but to swim again for the Fighting Irish.

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About the Author

Co-Author Bob Schaller teaches colleges writing and is the author of more than 40 books, including Avalon's 'Never Stop Pushing' which chronicles the life of Wyoming farm boy and Olympic gold medal winner Rulon Gardner, Penguin/Alpha's 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Running Injury-Free,' and Cross Training Publishing's 'Roar of Silence,' which follows the journey of deaf former Denver Bronco Kenny Walker.

Product Details

• Paperback: 232 pages
• Publisher: Cross Training Publishing (June 17, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1929478976
• ISBN-13: 978-1929478972
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #172,474 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing story, amazing person, June 10, 2008

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Chipchop "Chip Chop" (Annapolis, MD) - See all my reviews

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I was blown away by the story of Haley Scott. If you are looking for something to reaffirm your belief in people, read this book.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous, June 19, 2008

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D. Willian - See all my reviews
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Congratulations Haley! This book will provide inspiration and thoughtful discussion for all. I can't wait to have my grandchildren read this book. A real life hero emerges. Even though I shared this time with Haley and her family there are details in the book I didn't know. Enjoy!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an amazing story of courage and love, July 20, 2008

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D. Parsons (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews
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Living in Chicago at the time of Haley's accident, and being so close to Notre Dame, I vividly remember the press coverage of the accident. It was great to finally get to read how it all turned out.

This book worked on many levels. First, it's a great story - a true page-turner. I was visiting several family members while I was reading it, and many of us were fighting for "reading time". I had to leave the book behind and I plan to buy more to pass around and for gifts.

As a retired ER nurse, I was enthralled with the medical drama of the story, and as a mom, I couldn't help but be amazed at how this accident affected the entire family. Even though you kind of know the end of the story from the beginning, if you know what I mean, the suspense is in how each part of the story unfolds and in how each person is profoundly impacted.