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SONNY is a great American story about Hall of Fame Basketball Coach Sonny Smith (Charles Barkley's college coach). From humble beginnings in the mountains of East Tennessee to great coaching success on the national stage, Sonny has lived the American dream. By definition, Sonny Smith is a rare combination of sophistication and country. He can be funny and entertaining, telling stories, cracking jokes, and sharing sayings about growing up in rural Tennessee. Then, he can sit down with the president of a large company and have a philosophical conversation. As a basketball coach, Sonny was one of...
SONNY is a great American story about Hall of Fame Basketball Coach Sonny Smith (Charles Barkley's college coach). From humble beginnings in the mountains of East Tennessee to great coaching success on the national stage, Sonny has lived the American dream. By definition, Sonny Smith is a rare combination of sophistication and country. He can be funny and entertaining, telling stories, cracking jokes, and sharing sayings about growing up in rural Tennessee. Then, he can sit down with the president of a large company and have a philosophical conversation. As a basketball coach, Sonny was one of the best teachers of basketball fundamentals ever, and he may have been even more remarkable as an "X & O" basketball offensive innovator. He could take whatever talent and adjust the offensive style to fit the talent. He was superb at making in-game adjustments whenever he picked up a clipboard. Sonny's contributions to college basketball have earned him numerous accolades, including inductions into various sports halls of fame. His impact extends far beyond the basketball arena. Sonny has inspired countless players years after their eligibility expired. And he has endeared himself to fans everywhere with his commitment, insight, and genuine allegiance to basketball. Beyond his accomplishments as a basketball coach, Sonny is revered for his personable and likable personality. The very best way he has been described is: "I don't know who Sonny's best friend is; I know thousands of people who think they are!" He makes everyone believe they are a special person. His warmth and appeal made him a beloved figure among fans, players, and colleagues even today. That's a pretty darned good legacy. In this book, Sonny shares vital lessons he learned over his coaching years. They go beyond sports to encompass the significance of what it takes to live a life that outlives us. This book will take you where many of his former players and coaches have already been. You won't be disappointed. .