Beyond Winning: The Timeless Wisdom of Great Philosopher Coaches

Walton, Gary M.

ISBN 10: 0880114533 / ISBN 13: 9780880114530

Published by Human Kinetics Publishers, 1991

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U.S.A.: Human Kinetics Publishers, 1991. 1st Edition 1st Printing. As New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Synopsis: In "Beyond Winning", Gary Walton reveals the thoughts and teachings that made six coaches successful in sport. Readers get an intimate look at how each of these philosopher coaches followed a different path in his pursuit of excellence - Vince Lombardi, Woody Hayes, John Wooden, James "Doc" Counsilman, Brutus Hamilton, and Percy Cerutty. Walton devotes a chapter to each of these coaches and focuses on their ability to manage and motivate winning teams. While he notes the coaches' win / loss records and contributions to technical advances in their sports, he stresses their more significant contributions as educators and as role models.From the Publisher: "Winning three consecutive NFL championships under Lombardi at Green Bay left me feeling we had set a mark for future teams to shoot at. Doc Counsilman's six consecutive NCAA swimming championships and John Wooden's seven consecutive NCAA basketball championships may be marks never again equaled. Think about it. None of these records occurred haphazardly. Beyond Winning shares the philosophy, the principles, the winning minds of these and other great coaches. It's a book you will return to again and again." 208 pp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Beyond Winning: The Timeless Wisdom of Great Philosopher Coaches
• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0880114533
• ISBN 13: 9780880114530
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

• Vince Lombardi • James "Doc" Counsilman • Woody Hayes • Brutus Hamilton • John Wooden • Percy Cerutty

Like the philosopher kings of ancient times, these six coaches shared a common wisdom, vision, and commitment. They believed a valiantly fought defeat is better than a poorly played victory. In Beyond Winning: The Timeless Wisdom of Great Philosopher Coaches, Gary Walton reveals the thoughts and teachings that made these legendary coaches successful—in sport and life. You'll get an intimate look at how each coach followed a different path in his pursuit of excellence.

About the Author

Dividing time between athletics and academics is nothing new to Gary Walton—he's been doing it since he was a freshman at the University of California at Berkeley. At that time, he was influenced by the legendary track coach Brutus Hamilton, whose philosophy emphasized athletics as part of personal development.

Dr. Walton continues to live by this philosophy at the University of California at Davis where he is professor and coach. In addition to being the founding dean of the university's School of Management, he is president of The Foundation for Teaching Economics, a professor of economics and management, and an assistant coach for the university's track team. Dr. Walton received his doctorate in economics from the University of Washington and has authored and coauthored eight books in economics and American economic history.

Dr. Walton's duties on the track include coaching middle-distance and distance runners. He is also a devoted runner himself. As for his coaching philosophy, Dr. Walton emphasizes dedication and hard work, preferring that runners achieve their personal best rather than worry about getting their names in the record books.