I was introduced to “Fight for Your Dreams – Memoirs of an NBA Star” by Mike James by my ELA teacher. As soon as I started reading his book I was totally engaged. His book speaks to real life situations that teenagers - especially young men can identify with. His book is such an inspiration to how one can move through life’s challenges and trials and still come out triumphant. “Fight for Your Dreams” is about much more than basketball, it is about manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift. Through Mr. James book he has contributed light of hope to our youth who want to awaken dreams that are inside of them. We are including this book in our curriculum for required reading as we believe our students will enjoy it and gain useful insight. Thank you for sharing your story Mr. James.
Gilleyan Hargrove
Principle - PS 584 Brooklyn, New York
I liked the book, because many children in inner cities across the US want to play some type of sport professionally. After reading the book Mike shows that all things are possible with a belief in self and a knowledge of The Most High. Because of his conviction and will to succeed his book is required reading for my students.
Dion Turner
Teacher – Brooklyn, New York
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