Companions in Courage: Triumphant Tales of Heroic Athletes

by Pat LaFontaine, Chas Griffin, Larry Weisman

Pat LaFontaine shares the personal details of his own struggle with depression & physical rehabilitation, as well as those other amazing athletes who were challenged by adversity & won. These are stories that will inspire others with the determination, courage, & winning spirit necessary to break through life's roadblocks & succeed.

Genres: Sports, Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2000

Reviews

[Posadafan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Vignettes about people who have courageously risen above tragedy or circumstance to become the best they can be. You can't help but admire, and possibly cry for, these fine folks (some just kids). MOST unfortunately, time has taken its toll on this book...near the end is a chapter on creepy convict Jerry Sandusky, written before the Penn State scandal. It's revolting and makes you want to throw up, reading sentences such as "...he wanted to give these needy children what he knew they needed - attention, direction, and love." BARF.

[Craig · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short inspirational stories of athletes who have overcome difficult situations and events.