(audio version)

I don't know where to start.... Basketball, religion, racism, education, literature, living the "good" life, how to be a friend. I laughed out loud several times, gasped with shock, choked up with tears. Such great stories, told with tremendous love and respect.

I grew up going to basketball games at Pauley Pavilion (while Coach Wooden was coaching) and attended UCLA as an undergrad, so I know some of this story, certainly was influenced by Coach in small ways. To hear his player and long-time dear friend reveal so much more about him, about his quiet acts of compassion and kindness, his genuine courage, was incredibly inspiring. This book inspires me to be a better human.