Level Up: From the Court to the Classroom to Community: Basketball Tips and Tools for Success in Life

Success is not determined by what you do but rather by who you are. This is why great athletic legends like Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan were successful on and off the court.

Recognizing that sports are often played with love, passion, and a seemingly endless supply of energy, first-time author and coach Sammy Clark decided to gather his knowledge and years of experience to bring together coaches, educators, and students and showcase the correlation between sports, education and subsequent careers.

"If the same intention and work ethic athletes apply to the court could follow them into the classroom," the author declares, "the journey to a successful career can be made smoother."

While the specific concepts of Level Up focus on basketball, the underlying message of utilizing hard work, skill, and purpose are transferable to all sports areas.

As an Arkansas difference-maker, Sammy Clark has taken on the challenge of empowering the youth of tomorrow through mentorship and leadership counseling for many adolescents. Clark is a loving and caring person and the proud father to Samuel Clark Jr., a class of 2021 Senior.