Ahead Of The Game

ReviewAn intriguing and effective look at both [Williams's] professional life in and around the Orlando Magic and his private life.... Williams makes an honest attempt to face his mistakes and enrich his life. The lessons he has learned are in the book for the taking -- The Orlando Sentinel, February 12, 1999Both an exhilarating success ride and a sad look inside a crumbling marriage....Readers will appreciate wonderful stories of sports promotions and stars. Yet they'll also hear the Gospel and how it impacted Williams' life during tough situations....Because he's a great storyteller and has been in many amazing situations, this is an exciting read -- CBA Marketplace, January 1999I love biographies! This is the best one I've read in years! What honesty and what a challenging and exciting life. Pat is a true credit to sports and to the Lord! -- Bill GlassIt comes at you loud and clear with heart wrenching honesty from one of the most magical people in all of sports -- Dick Ebersol, president, NBC TV SportsIve always admired the skills and talent of the public side of Pat Williams. And I have been privileged over the past several years to become his friend and get to know him from the inside out. His integrity, passion, and heart will inspire and encourage you. I love Pat Williams and you will too after you read this book -- Dr. John C. Maxwell, author, speaker, and founder of INJOYPat Williams is a magician! He turns words into emotions, images, and laughter. Reading Ahead of the Game brought back memories of the most thrilling time of my life as if it were yesterday. Best of all, this book is more than an autobiography--it is filled with motivational insights and life lessons for finding happiness and success! -- Julius "Dr. J" ErvingWe already knew that Pat Williams was an all-world general manager, wit, and dad. To that add: world-class memoirist. Ahead of the Game is a pure pleasure -- John Helyar, author of Lord of the Realm and coauthor of Barbarians at the GateWhat a ride! Pat Williams is unbelievable! -- Jerry B. Jenkins, authorWilliams digs deep into his soul and bares it to the world in truthful, passionate, sometimes inspirational, oftentimes compelling ways -- The News Journal, April 5, 1999Product DescriptionCovers the life and career of the Orlando Magic general manager and presents an insight into professional sportsAbout the AuthorPat Williams is senior executive vice president of the Orlando Magic and is a popular motivational speaker. He is the author of numerous books, including Making Magic, Go for the Magic, and The Magic of Teamwork. James D. Denney is a collaborative writer who has worked on numerous best-sellers, including Reggie White: In the Trenches (with Reggie White) and The City on a Hill (with Michael Reagan).