Extra Points: The Life of My Story (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780692819555)

Extra Points is the unforgettable, motivating journey of Coach Howard, a man who understands life and what it means to overcome life's obstacles. Coach Howard presents his story in a memoir that will take you through the wins and losses of his extraordinary, unpredictable life from the time he was a young teenager.

Let's face it, growing up in today's world is challenging, but growing up as a minority with big dreams is filled with even more adversities. Coach Howard's Book, "Extra Points: The Life of My Story" takes us deep into the events of Coach Howard's life to witness how he handled some of the issues facing young, black men today. From racism during his early days at University of Pittsburgh to losing a $15 million fortune, we follow him through life's ups and downs. We read about his struggles with loved ones and his battles with depression. In the end, we learn how he handled each roller coaster in his life and how it all made him the successful man he is today.

Along with telling his life's story, Coach Howard also aims to motivate young men to keep moving forward and stay positive with some practical advice he calls, "Extra Points." These "Extra Points" are included to provide the reader an extra boost of motivation to reach success. Coach Howard's goal for "Extra Points" is to reach young men where they are in life and encourage them to get to where they want to be.

Extra Points: The Life of My Story will intrigue, inspire, and give hope to anyone who has a dream for their life and refuses to give up.