The Connecticut Huskies have made it to the NCAA Basketball Tournament 21 times, but they had never reached the Final Four -- until 1999. Dare to Dream tells the whole thrilling play-by-play story of how the Huskies' iron-willed coach, Jim Calhoun, led his team to the school's first-ever national title -- on UConn's first Final Four try.
In the tradition of Raise the Roof, Dare to Dream takes us right behind the scenes and into the locker room to reveal how one remarkable coach masterminded a heart-stopping triumph over seemingly unbeatable Duke.
Sharing his own fascinating personal story, Coach Jim Calhoun imparts a sparkling philosophy about life, on and off the basketball court. In 13 years at Connecticut, he has elevated the UConn program from a Big East Conference also-ran to a national champion. The building of Connecticut Basketball into one of the nation's elite programs is an uplifting story that will be an inspiration to readers everywhere.
Customer Review: Basketball
Do you dare to dream? The Uconn Huskies basketball team goes on a big dream ride during the 1999 season. Jim Calhoun is the coach of the Huskies. He has worked them hard for their chance into the Final FOur. Most people didn't think Uconn was a big factor in the tournament. So Uconn was out to prove to the world that they could play with the big dogs. They might have never been to the Final Four before, but this year feels like they've been there before. I like this book because I love sports and it gives you an idea of good teamwork. I think this book is good because if you work hard it might pay off. I watched the team come together right before my eyes. I felt like I was helping them along to win or I was in the story. I would recommend this book to people who like sports or who enjoy a good book. I also think that anyone who likes to get lost in a book would love this! The book is exciting and suspenseful. I think people who don't mind getting trapped in the best sports book in the world should read this book!!!!
Customer Review: A Fist-Pumping Journey through UConn Hoops
Calhoun and Montville have crafted a masterpiece! Calhoun writes like he talks, quick and witty (yes, it's funny!). It is an effective, fast-break style that has readers feeling like they are participating in one of Calhoun's practices. It is never boring, always moving. If you love UConn hoops, you will love this book -- guaranteed. Calhoun is never chest-thumping. His tone is honest, warm, and humble. He is even a little self-effacing (hey, not even The Coach is above reproach). Calhoun takes us from his days at Northeastern and prior, through the Dream Season, and into the X's and O's of the Championship Season. You will want read this slowly because you won't want it to end! There are a plethora of tid-bits and stories about the Calhoun era that even the most avid fans will respond with frequent shouts of "Wow!" and pumps of the fist. Thanks Coach, and thanks, Leigh -- two guys who bleed Husky blue just like the rest of us in Husky Nation!