About the book
Now with a new chapter on the Wildcats' legendary comeback in the 2014 Final Four
John Calipari, one of the most successful coaches in NCAA history, presents the world of college basketball from the coach's chair, unvarnished and straight from the heart. Players First is Calipari's account of his first six years coaching the University of Kentucky men's team, leading it to a national championship in 2012 and the championship game in 2014, all while dealing with the realities of the \"one-and-done\" mentality and an NCAA that sometimes seems to put players last. Filled with revelatory stories about what it takes to succeed at the highest level of the college game, Players First is a candid look at the great players and rivalries that have filled Calipari's life with joy and a sense of purpose.
Editions of Players First
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781594205736
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780143127086
- EBook
- ISBN 9781101635520
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780147519603
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780698152496
Read an Excerpt
Now with a new chapter on the Wildcats' legendary comeback in the 2014 Final Four
John Calipari, one of the most successful coaches in NCAA history, presents the world of college basketball from the coach's chair, unvarnished and straight from the heart. Players First is Calipari's account of his first six years coaching the University of Kentucky men's team, leading it to a national championship in 2012 and the championship game in 2014, all while dealing with the realities of the \"one-and-done\" mentality and an NCAA that sometimes seems to put players last. Filled with revelatory stories about what it takes to succeed at the highest level of the college game, Players First is a candid look at the great players and rivalries that have filled Calipari's life with joy and a sense of purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Players First about?
Now with a new chapter on the Wildcats' legendary comeback in the 2014 Final Four
John Calipari, one of the most successful coaches in NCAA history, presents the world of college basketball from the coach's chair, unvarnished and straight from the heart. Players First is Calipari's account of his first six years coaching the University of Kentucky men's team, leading it to a national championship in 2012 and the championship game in 2014, all while dealing with the realities of the \"one-and-done\" mentality and an NCAA that sometimes seems to put players last. Filled with revelatory stories about what it takes to succeed at the highest level of the college game, Players First is a candid look at the great players and rivalries that have filled Calipari's life with joy and a sense of purpose.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Players First?
Sports and Active outdoor recreation > Sport: general > Sports training and coaching
Where can I read a sample of Players First?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781594205736
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Players First?
John Calipari, Michael Sokolove
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Players First is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781594205736) and paperback(ISBN 9780143127086) and ebook(ISBN 9781101635520) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780147519603) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780698152496)
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