passion, laughs, and leadership in the world's most beautiful game
Ryan, Rex
2011
The head coach of the New York Jets shares the lessons he has learned in leadership and motivation throughout his career, recounting colorful stories from his work with the Jets and the Ravens as well as memories about his father, NFL coach Buddy Ryan.
Presents photographs, anecdotes, and statistics to describe the history of American college football, and covers legendary players, coaches, team rivalries, the evolution of equipment, and more.
Bill Belichick, the coaches, and the players who built a champion
Holley, Michael
2004
The author examines the heart of the New England Patriots football club and how its head coach, Bill Belichick, transformed a team of unmotivated, underperforming players into champions.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden discusses his lifelong association with football, as the son of a coach, a ball boy, and a player; shares the philosophy that made him the youngest coach ever to win a Super Bowl; and tells stories of some of the legendary coaches and players he has encountered during his career.
Leading college football coach Lou Holtz reflects on the experiences and people that have shaped his life, his successful coaching career, and the wisdom that has helped him succeed.
Bill Curry explores the link between football and leadership, sharing the lessons he learned about strong leadership from football greats such as Vince Lombardi, Don Shula, and Bubba Smith.
