Long before Ken Carter became "Coach Carter" of Hollywood movie fame, he was a self-made successful local businessman and basketball coach at Richmond High School in Richmond, CA -- a high school that's located in one of the toughest neighborhoods in the country.
Based on Coach's success, not only in life, but with the students' whose lives he directly influenced, Yes Ma'am, No Sir focuses on how basic lessons can change lives. From leadership, respect, and honesty to civility, goal achievement, education, and persistence, Coach inspires readers to go after their dreams and to be the person they aspire to be.
Ken Carter was previously head coach for Richmond High School in California from 1997 to 2002. Coach Carter is best known for locking out his undefeated varsity basketball team in order to push them to improve their grades, which was later featured in a highly successful major motion picture starring Samuel L. Jackson. These days, Carter continues to be an advocate for Richmond's youth and is active in his community. In addition to coaching, he is owner and operator of Prime Time Publications and Prime Time Sports.
Vince Bailey began his career as a United Way volunteer reader for the blind. He has been a news editor and morning radio personality and has held various management positions in television.