They Call Me Coach

I came across Wooden's name while on YouTube watching TED videos, and immediately I felt that Wooden was a breath of fresh air. Not like the polished, sleek presenters on that platform with little substance to their content, Wooden was a genuine man shaped by life's experiences, and it his principles and values that shaped him into a world-class coach. The book itself was a fantastic read, and someone with little basketball knowledge, was still easy to understand, because it isn't so much a book about basketball tactics, but more a book on how to live your life and inspire others. Fascinating man, and a role model for me going forward. Could not recommend this book highly enough, no matter your background.

I grew up not liking UCAL much. As a Northern Californian they won all the time and beat Cal and Stanford with ease-most of the time. I didn't like them-but I sure respected them a lot. My family has roots in Indiana and my grandfather played against Coach Wooden in high school so we were brought up respecting how his teams played.This book offers the coaches insight of his journey and how he became the greatest basketball coach in history. What a humble person who shows how greatness takes a lot of work and effort. There are no short cuts. A lesson a lot of todays college players would be wise to learn.

I first read "They Call Me Coach" several years ago. Even though I'm not a big basketball fan, I have enjoyed rereading this biography several times over the years. Why? Because John Wooden and his father were very wise men and Coach Wooden has a humble way to pass that wisdom on both to those he coached and who read this book. Also, we meet many of the boys he coached who became not only great athletes but great men. Every spring I order several copies to give to high school graduates.

Excellent - about the GREAT Coach, John Wooden!

This is a very good book if you want to learn about John Wooden without any of the warts or baggage. He explains his infamous pyramid. He also gives a history of why and how his philosophies came about. I think this is a good autobiography of a very successful coach and what he believes made him so successful.

I'm not a college basketball fan - but I am a fan of those who dedicate their lives to making the world and those that they come in contact with better. John Wooden what the epitome of this philosophy. I purchased a few of his books after hearing Pete Carroll discuss the influence Wooden had on his leadership and coaching style. After spending a few days reading Wooden's autobiography, I can see the passion he had for his students, for his faith and for his family. The book is a little lighter than I was hoping on discussing his philosophies and approaches and longer on showing them through the example of his life. The book takes the reader from his youth in Indiana through the late 1980's, and covers the great UCLA teams in some detail. Anyone interested in the life of a great leader and teacher should read the book - if only for background and understanding how he lived his life. A good read.

Incredible man, with an incredible story to tell. The greatest coach and leader ever to live, tells his story of building men and the greatest sports dynasty ever without sacrificing his moral character or standards. Everyone can take a lesson from this man even if you don't like basketball.

AN excellent read that details coach Wooden's life, but just as important provides excellent examples of life skills needed to properly mentor and coach young people.

One of the best books I have ever read

Again same as above

The quality of print is not top, but it’s still ok for reading.

This is a well written and enjoyable book.it is inspirational and educational.It is a must read for coaches and managers and is positive and thought provoking.Buy it.

I'm a basketball coach and it was a pleasure to read and learn from this great master. Recommend it to anyone connected to basketball and anyone else somehow interested in sports.