SWISH! Lessons For On and Off the Court of Life! (CrestWellness Sports Performance Series)

SWISH! Lessons for On and Off the Court of Life is more than a book about basketball. It’s a playbook for becoming your best self—on the court, at work, in relationships, and in life.

Basketball teaches lessons that reach far beyond the final buzzer. It teaches us to master the fundamentals, trust our teammates, stay focused under pressure, adapt when the game changes, and keep driving toward the goal—even when the lane seems blocked.

Drawing on more than six decades of combined experience in ministry, psychology, coaching, athletics, leadership, and personal development, Rev. John T. Crestwell, Jr. and Diana McNab blend the wisdom of sports psychology, spirituality, neuroscience, and the stories of remarkable athletes to explore what it takes to perform—and live—at your highest level.

Through twelve engaging chapters, SWISH! challenges readers to:

• Discover what they truly love and visualize the life they want

• Know their position by understanding identity, strengths, and purpose

• Master the fundamentals through disciplined, intentional practice

• Slow the game down and remain calm under pressure

• Find confidence, presence, and flow

• Fuel the body and mind for peak performance

• Keep their eyes on the rim by setting meaningful goals

• Drive the lane with courage when obstacles appear

• Make the extra pass by embracing teamwork, trust, and community

• Pivot when life demands change

• Take a timeout for rest, reflection, and renewal

• Think beyond the final buzzer and consider the legacy they will leave

Written for athletes, coaches, parents, leaders, and anyone determined to grow, SWISH! reminds us that winning is about far more than the scoreboard.

The greatest victories happen when we learn to bring our whole selves to the game.

Faith. Focus. Integrity. Purpose.

Play well. Live well. Lead well.