Overview
When all she wanted was to fit in, Tamika Catchings stood out and felt left out, never knowing one day she'd stand out--as a basketball superstar and an inspiration. She faced being set apart by her hearing loss, separated from family, living up to high expectations, and the pain and discouragement of debilitating physical injury. Yet she reached for the stars with hard work, perseverance, and her faith in God. Through the silence, she found the way to shine.Catch a Star tells Tamika's story of overcoming: of leading the Indiana Fever to its first championship, being named one of the WNBA's top fifteen players in history, earning three Olympic gold medals, and founding the Catch the Stars Foundation to help young people achieve their dreams. Her story will inspire readers to face their doubts and fears, encouraging them to reach for their own stars, no matter what challenges come their way.
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Author: Tamika Catchings ,
Ken Petersen ,
Ken Petersen ,
Robin Eller
Publisher: Christianaudio
Imprint: Christianaudio
ISBN: 9798200467457
Publication Date: 01 March 2016
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Format: Audio
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
"""A testimony not only to how Catchings overcame adversity and rose to success but also to the power that we all hold within ourselves. A story of courage, determination, and growth."" -- ""Dwayne Allen, NFL tight end"" ""Tamika Catchings has shown what it means to have the heart of a champion on the court her entire career. Everyone who reads this book will be impacted by her work ethic, loyalty, and example."" -- ""Stephanie White, head coach of the Indiana Fever"""
Author Information
Tamika Catchings is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Fever of the WNBA and Turkish team Galatasaray. After graduating high school, Tamika Catchings became one of the stars of the University of Tennessee women's basketball team before being drafted by the Indiana Fever. Catchings is a ten-time WNBA All-Star, a five-time All-WNBA selection, and is famous for recording the first ever quintuple-double. She serves as president of the WNBA Players Association as of the 2012 season. Ken Petersen is a veteran in the book publishing industry. He has written numerous books in the categories of memoir, motivation, self-help, and theology, and he's coached a number of authors in writing and publishing. He lives with his wife, Rita, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Ken Petersen is a veteran in the book publishing industry. He has written numerous books in the categories of memoir, motivation, self-help, and theology, and he's coached a number of authors in writing and publishing. He lives with his wife, Rita, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Robin Eller is a narrator, actress, singer, and dance educator. She has appeared on stage, in films, and on such television programs as The Bernie Mac Show, The Bold and the Beautiful, and General Hospital.
