Play For Something provides student athletes with the inspiration,
strategies, and practical knowledge to succeed in the classroom and
beyond.
Written by a Division 1 basketball player who graduated as the
valedictorian of his class with a 4.0 GPA, this book covers everything
from study strategies to productivity theory, memory mastery to
effective writing strategies, and homesickness to networking.
Play for Something contains insightful stories from some of the
world's leading athletes and business experts, including Olympians,
Academic All-Americans, and prominent business leaders.
The book has three parts:
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The first part of the book deals with the motivation and
inspiration student athletes often miss when it comes to academics and
a career beyond athletics. This book helps student athletes identify
their passion and learn from the success stories of others.
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The second part of the book is devoted to the systems and
knowledge that allow students to excel, including character building,
life balance, networking, support systems, and personal branding.
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The third part of the book provides the practical tips and tricks
the author used to maintain a 4.0 GPA through four years of college,
offering exceptional techniques to help improve college writing,
research, and citation skills.
A must-read for student athletes,
Play for Something offers:
- Memory tricks
- Speed-reading techniques
- Test-taking strategies to beat stress and anxiety
- Five ways to find your true inspiration
Remember! This book shares what student athletes need to know for
success in college and in life! Find your passion. Excel personally.
Be exceptional. Take the time to read it!
