Quality of Effort Integrity in Sport and Life for Student - Athletes, Parents, and Coaches

A sane approach to sports, not only for high-school & college student-athletes, their parents & coaches, but for educators & fans at all levels. Both philosophical & practical, the heart of the book focuses on competition, winning, & losing; success & failure; academics; cheating; drugs & sex; parenting & coaching; & sport as a permanent, positive part of life. Early chapters provide a basic foundation in physiology, nutrition, training, & practice techniques. The book is a concise, down-to-earth, & honest affirmation of the athletic experience. Endorsements include: "...not only a good book, but a valuable one...a voice that should be heard."--George Sheehan, M.D., Medical Editor, Runner's World Magazine. "I cannot see someone not being bettered upon reading this book."--Lou Carnesecca, Head Basketball Coach, St. John's University. "...sensible, to the point, instructive, & brave...an unmistakable love of kids & sport - in that order."--from the Foreword by Tom Rogers. "...a must read for parents, students, coaches & counselors in any sport at any level."--Lou Duesing, Head Track & Cross-Country Coach, Cornell University. "...on target in every one of its sections...puts sports in perspective."--Michael V. Mincieli, Ph.D, Guidance Counselor, Head Basketball Coach, Regis High School, New York City.Marra, Reggie is the author of 'Quality of Effort Integrity in Sport and Life for Student - Athletes, Parents, and Coaches' with ISBN 9780962782800 and ISBN 0962782807.