basketball coaches

John Calipari relates his experiences over his first four years coaching the Kentucky Wildcats.

John Calipari, former coach of the UMass Minutemen basketball team, explains his "Refuse to Lose" philosophy, an attitude that led him to develop a winning athletic program at the formerly disinterested university.

Former NBA coach Phil Jackson provides a memoir describing his unique leadership style based on freedom, authenticity, and selfless teamwork that led to eleven NBA championships. Also discusses his work with players such as Michael Jordan, Dennis Rodman, and Kobe Bryant; and each of his championship teams and seasons.

A biography of John Wooden, UCLA basketball coach, discussing his life and career, his philosophy for life called the Pyramid of Success, and interviews or recollections of people that knew John Wooden.

An exploration of the politics of race and sports in elite college basketball programs, witnessed through the life of African-American basketball coach and NCAA title winner Nolan Richardson, who took the University of Arkansas to back to back Final Four appearances in the 1990s.

Profiles of many of the games greatest players, coaches, and pioneer contributors.

Chronicles the careers of the best men's collegiate basketball players and coaches.