A Sprint to the Top: How to Win the Game of Life

by Daniel Blanchard, Valerie Utton (Editor)

"Dan Blanchard shows readers how to avoid playing the victim..." Sean Covey A lot can happen in a year. And that's exactly what's happened to Dakota this past year-- a lot. Although still a high school student, his hard work is beginning to close his life's wounds and open up new possibilities. He desperately needs his mentor, his Granddaddy. But Granddaddy might be dead. Also, Dakota must place high enough in one of the country's toughest wrestling tournaments if he wants to escape a menial existence's life-long struggle. The circumstances of his life are already bad enough. Now, not having his mentor, his Granddaddy, in his life is crushing Dakota. Life just seems harder for kids who come from homes like his. Alone, he'll have to battle the best wrestlers in the country for those few coveted scholarships that will lead to a better life. Dakota must seize the day, conquer his fear, find Granddaddy alive, and win that tournament without injuring himself or he'll be stuck for a lifetime right where he is now. A Sprint to the Top is an indispensable book for teens, parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, and anyone else who influences young people or needs a reminder themselves how to get back on track and dream again. A Sprint to the Top is endorsed by Sean Covey- author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens", Dan Gable- Gold Medal wrestler and Athlete of the Century, Danny Buggs- Washington Redskins football player, WWII veteran Sergeant Earnest Maynard, and a myriad of other high achievers. So, don’t wait any longer to join these amazing people. Invest in yourself right now by getting this book.

160 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 20, 2018

About the author

Dan Blanchard the Bestselling and Award-Winning, Author, Speaker, and Educator. TV Host. Two-time Junior Olympian Wrestler and two-time Junior Olympian Wrestling Coach who grew up as a student-athlete. However, Dan admits that as a youth he was more of an athlete than a student. Dan has now successfully completed fourteen years of college and has earned seven degrees. He teaches Special Education and Social Studies in Connecticut’s largest inner-city high school where he was chosen by the AFT-CT as the face and voice of educational reform and is now on the speaking circuit for them. Dan was with the team that put forth Connecticut’s new Social Studies Frameworks and is also a member of the Special Education Advisory Board to the Connecticut State Department of Education. In addition, Dan is a Teacher Consultant for the University of Connecticut’s Writing Project. Finally, Dan is a double veteran of the Army and the Air Force.

Reviews

[Amy Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good storytelling

Written in first person narrative, the author tells a story about a journey he has with his grandfather or "Granddaddy." At first, it leaves you wondering about the encounter that he has and why he doesn't see his grandfather more often, or even realize that he's there. He writes, "I haven't come across one negative thought worth thinking. They all lead in one direction-living a life decided by someone else." The journey of the story continues more about him thinking and wondering if he'll see his grandfather. The journey is interesting, but I think there should be more depth to the story.

[Joy Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This sequel to THE STORM is every bit as good. Dakota kept me on edge, wondering if he would see his grandfather again and rooting for him in every wrestling match. Left me wanting to read more from Dan.