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The Second Bounce of the Ball: An Unforgettable Journey of a Life Transformed by Basketball

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The Second Bounce Of The Ball: Turning Risk Into Opportunity

by Ali Eteraz

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	304 pages

Austin Carr always dreamed of being a professional basketball player. He was born and raised in Harlem, New York, and he started playing basketball at a young age. He was a natural talent, and he quickly became one of the best players in his neighborhood. However, his dream of playing in the NBA seemed like a long shot. He was 6'4", but he was not the most athletic player, and he did not have the best grades.

Despite the challenges, Austin never gave up on his dream. He worked hard and improved his game. He also got good grades and went to college. After college, he was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the 1971 NBA Draft. He quickly became one of the most popular players in the NBA, and he helped the Cavaliers reach the NBA Finals in 1976. In 1996, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

In "The Second Bounce of the Ball", Austin Carr shares his inspiring story with readers. He talks about the challenges he faced growing up in Harlem, his struggles to make it in the NBA, and his ultimate triumph. His story is a reminder that anything is possible if you never give up on your dreams.

Here is an excerpt from "The Second Bounce of the Ball":

"I was born in Harlem, New York, in 1948. My parents were both from the South, and they had come to New York in search of a better life. They worked hard and raised six children in a small apartment. We were poor, but we were happy. I loved playing basketball in the park with my friends. I was always the smallest kid on the court, but I was quick and I could shoot the ball. I dreamed of one day playing in the NBA, but it seemed like a long shot. I wasn't the most athletic player, and I didn't have the best grades. But I never gave up on my dream. I worked hard and improved my game. I also got good grades and went to college. After college, I was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the 1971 NBA Draft. I quickly became one of the most popular players in the NBA, and I helped the Cavaliers reach the NBA Finals in 1976. In 1996, I was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

"The Second Bounce of the Ball" is a must-read for any fan of basketball. It is an inspiring story of a man who overcame great challenges to achieve his dreams. It is a story that will motivate you to never give up on your own dreams.

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The Second Bounce Of The Ball: Turning Risk Into Opportunity

by Ali Eteraz

4.4 out of 5