Meet the basketball author duo, Derrick Barnes and Trey Draper.

DERRICK BARNES IN CONVERSATION W/ TREY DRAPER: WHO GOT GAME?: BASKETBALL

Join us as we welcome DERRICK BARNES in conversation with TREY DRAPER on MONDAY, JANUARY 8 at 6:00 pm to celebrate his new book WHO GOT GAME?: BASKETBALL: AMAZING BUT TRUE STORIES!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

From superstar author Derrick Barnes, here is a middle-grade celebration of the people and stories that helped shape the game of basketball, from unsung pioneers to unforgettable moments of the game.

Capturing all the joy and energy that mark the sport of basketball, bestselling and award-winning superstar author Derrick Barnes shines a light on the amazing ballers, buzzer-beaters, and record-breakers who haven’t always gotten the attention they deserve. Who Got Game? Basketball, the second book in his sports series, following Who Got Game? Baseball, weaves together great storytelling, lively illustrations, and a far-ranging selection of facts, stats, sidebars, and quotes.

Middle-grade readers will discover the highest-scoring game in NCAA history. The influential center, George Mikan, who created the modern big man role, and 5’3″ Muggsy Bogues, the shortest player ever to star in the pros. The pioneering Senda Berenson Abbott, creator of the women’s game. The legendary Rucker Park b-ball court in Harlem, New York. Plus the first African American players and coaches, greatest comeback victories and earth-shattering slam dunks, longest winning streaks, and so much more. This book will hit you like a three-pointer from half-court!

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Derrick Barnes is the winner of the 2018 Ezra Jack Keats Book Award for outstanding new writer, and his picture book Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut took home four honors at the 2018 American Library Association’s Youth Media Awards: the Coretta Scott King Author Honor and Illustrator Honor, the Newbery Honor, and the Caldecott Honor. Derrick is also the author of the New York Times bestselling picture book The King of Kindergarten, and the bestselling chapter book series Ruby and the Booker Boys. Derrick lives in Charlotte, NC, with his wife, Dr. Tinka Barnes, and their four sons, all of whom play sports.

 

ABOUT THE IN-CONVERSATION PARTNER:

Trey Draper is a renowned sports coach and leadership consultant passionate about developing winning strategies. Born and raised in Memphis, a graduate of Mitchell High School. Trey is widely recognized for contributing to the city’s sports industry. After graduating from the University of Memphis, he leveraged his athletic leadership experience to build a successful career in sports management. Trey went on to earn a master’s degree in Sports Administration, solidifying his commitment to sports leadership. Trey’s impressive coaching career began at his high school alma mater, Mitchell High School, where he helped lead the team to a state championship in his first year as a staff member. In 2019, his team made history by becoming the first to bring a national championship to the campus. Before becoming the assistant basketball coach at IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL, he held coaching positions at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Trey’s coaching expertise extends beyond the professional level, having coached over 50 Division 1 athletes who have received full scholarships. He has taught and coached over 25 professional basketball players in the NBA and WNBA, including Ja Morant. In addition to coaching, Trey also provides NBA Pre-Draft/Off Season training to elite players and prospects. Trey’s exceptional coaching and leadership skills have earned him numerous accolades and recognitions. He was named Top 20 under 30 by The Memphis Flyer in 2019 and nominated for the 40 under 40 awards in Memphis. He is a regular ESPN college basketball analyst and has been featured on several ESPN radio and University of Memphis radio/TV broadcasts. Trey’s passion for empowering others to succeed led him to co- found HomeT3am Hoops, an organization that serves the community by promoting basketball and leadership skills to young athletes. He also co-founded the Next Gen Coaching Alliance, which provides a platform for novice coaches to share best practices and motivation. Trey’s dedication to developing winning strategies led him to write WINNING LANGUAGE to emphasize the importance of personal development, effective communication, and  team building.

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Jan 08 2024
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