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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 070.449796092 EAN: 9781592403615 ISBN: 1592403611 Label: Gotham Manufacturer: Gotham Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 273 Publication Date: May 06, 2008 Publisher: Gotham Studio: Gotham Editorial Review: Product Description: In the bestselling tradition of Big Russ and Me, Americas most visible sports commentator tells the stories of some of the most dramatic moments in American sports and pays tribute to the man who inspired him to pursue his broadcasting dream his beloved father, who has fallen victim to the ravages of Alzheimers disease. Vividly written in exciting, you-are-there replay, Always by My Side gives readers an insiders look into an unprecedented sixty-three-day stretch from February to April of 2007 when Jim Nantz became the first broadcaster to call the Super Bowl, the Final Four, and the Masters. Because Nantz was unable to share the voyage with his dad, however, this remarkable journey through Americas premier sporting events took on a bittersweet tinge. Nonetheless, the devoted son felt his fathers presence every step of the way, and used this championship odyssey to celebrate the people, venues, and moments that tapped into all the goodness that his dadand his dads generation represent. In recounting the highlights of more than two thrilling decades with CBS Sports, this broadcasting hall of famer recalls the legends of the industryDick Enberg, Curt Gowdy, Jim McKay, Chris Schenkel, Pat Summerall, Jack Whitaker, and otherswho sparked his imagination and shaped his style. Always by My Side traces Nantzs career, from creating his own imaginary studio as a boy to his college days rooming with future PGA Tour golfers Fred Couples and Blaine McCallister to his successful network audition at age twenty-six. Along the way, readers are treated to an array of memories, including Nantzs special relationship with the former president George H. W. Bush, as well as his friendships with such sports royalty as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Peyton Manning, Tony Dungy, Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Mike Krzyzewski, John Wooden, and many others. Poignant stories that explore the theme of fathers and sons who have bonded through a common love of sports complete this sparkling narrative. Always by My Side promises to be the most cherished Fathers Day gift of the year. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - A Moving, Personal Adventure from the 'Voice' of SportsYou don't need to be a sports fan to appreciate this book. Despite Nantz's carefully-worded prose about the Masters, Final Four, and the Super Bowl, this book is truly about the bond that he formed with his father. The story takes us on a journey. Nantz discovers his passion for sports and wants to share each and every moment with his father. As his father drifts into the abyss of Alzheimer's disease, he is moved and touched by the 'little things' that his Dad showed him on the road ... Read More Rating:  - A bit schmaltzy for my taste Nantz seems like a really good guy. And if you're a sports fan, you'll enjoy some of the behind the scenes and inside stories no doubt, as I did. But throughout I thought it was a bit self indulgent on Jim's part, and quite a bit schmaltzy. That is, overly sentimental. At least for my taste. Am I the only one felt that way ? Rating: - Excellent readWe gave it to our son after we had read it and it was excellent. We wanted to share with him. Rating: - Great Book! Great service from Amazon!I ordered three copies of the book for Father's Day gifts for two of my sons and my husband. According to the recipients, it was a great read. Amazon service was, as always, superb! Rating: - Great giftI gave this book as a Father's Day gift to my son, who lost his Dad a few years ago. We both read it. What an inspiration. |
