Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories: An Empowering Playbook for Teens to Build Resilience, Crush Goals and Cultivate
4.6 | 209 ratings
Price: 14.95
Last update: 12-22-2025
Product details
- ASIN : B0DWKPBP1B
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : February 14, 2025
- Language : English
- Print length : 166 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8306819327
- Item Weight : 9.2 ounces
- Reading age : 13 - 18 years
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.38 x 9 inches
- Book 1 of 3 : Game Changers
- Best Sellers Rank:#265 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- Teen & Young Adult Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance Issues
- Teen & Young Adult Basketball
- Teen & Young Adult Sports Biographies
- Customer Reviews:4.64.6 out of 5 stars(184)
Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories: An Empowering Playbook for Teens to Build Resilience, Crush Goals and Cultivate Exceptional CharacterTop reviews from the United States
- SteveYour kid will actually like this book....and so will you“Hey, check out this book, he (pointing at me while talking to his friend) says it’s a best seller on Amazon.”
I had sat Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories: An Empowering Playbook for Teens to Build Resilience, Crush Goals and Cultivate Exceptional Character on the bench at the gym when the guy working out next to me spotted the cover and asked me what I thought and I had told him it was a highly recommended best seller.
“Oh cool, that does look pretty good” responded his gym buddy.
“I’m gonna get it for my kid I want to get him in to reading more and I think this might be the ticket.”
I had just recently learned about this relatively new title and how it was gaining a lot of buzz on Amazon and just like that, the interest for this book carried over from online to real life. And now after reading Game Changers I can see why it is selling so briskly.
Dan Gold captures the backgrounds and fascinating backstories of a wide range of athletes, across many generations, weaving them together into a compelling collection that’s as beautifully written as it is inspiring. I was already familiar with most of the featured athletes and thought I knew their stories well, yet the book revealed many fresh and surprising details. Many accounts center on personal challenges and the perseverance required to overcome them.
I especially liked how the book is organized into short, focused and captivating biographies that are then grouped and tied together around themes like resilience, leadership, and goal setting. The author then ends these sections with thoughtful questions to reflect upon and then offers actionable suggestions to consider as well.
I've read my share of motivational and self betterment books and this is truly one of the best. In fact it has earned a spot on my Goodreads list of 5 star Books Great Enough to Gift . I have many friends and family I will be recommending it to for sure.
It’s an inspiring read and one that will resonate with tweens, teens and adults alike. - kjc9901Inspiring Growth Through the Power of Story"Game Changers" is a quick, inspiring read that encourages personal growth and action through guided journaling. The author uses the powerful stories of famous athletes to help readers navigate essential life lessons, drawing connections between these athletes’ experiences and broader life principles. Through thoughtful questions, the book pushes readers to reflect on their own lives, extending the impact of these stories beyond the pages.
The writing is clear and engaging, with the author skillfully weaving together various stories of self-discovery, confidence, overcoming obstacles, social change, resilience, and fighting for equality. These stories serve as a reminder that struggle can lead to excellence, and there’s something in this book for everyone.
I highly recommend this book to teenagers and young adults, athletes/sports fans or not. The motivational stories and thought-provoking questions will captivate and inspire readers. - Amazon CustomerGame Changers Is About More Than Just the GameDan Gold’s Game Changers is more than just a book about sports—it’s a tribute to the mindset behind greatness. Drawing from the stories of legendary athletes like Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, Tom Brady, and Jackie Robinson, Gold captures the raw moments that define character, not just performance.
What I appreciated most is that the book doesn’t just highlight wins and trophies. It explores resilience, failure, and the mental game behind the scenes—what it takes to rise when the odds are stacked against you. Each chapter reads like a compact profile with a deeper message, showing how these athletes pushed through injury, criticism, self-doubt, and cultural barriers.
The structure makes it incredibly accessible: short, focused sections that are easy to pick up and reflect on, with takeaways that go beyond the field. This would be a powerful read for any young athlete, coach, or even a professional looking to adopt a performance mindset.
Gold strikes a balance between admiration and analysis—never over-glorifying, but instead revealing the daily decisions and internal battles that shape real greatness. It’s a book about sports, yes—but it’s also about what it means to be fully committed, even when no one is watching.
Highly recommended. - L. RodriguesGreat book for grabbing the interest of 12 year olds who love sports!Bought it for my grandson.... he loves the stories of the sports legends and how they fought the odds to get to be the best in their fields
- Mimi_ LoveThis book is a testament to never taking no for an answer if you know what your potential isBook Title: Game Changers: Inspirational Sports Stories: An Empowering Playbook for Teens to Build Resilience, Crush Goals, and Cultivate Exceptional Character
Resilience is something that has to be built, and it doesn’t always come easily. For some, it’s the key to transforming their lives. This book highlights the stories of people who were told "no," who came from backgrounds that didn’t seem conducive to success, yet against all odds, they pushed through and became household names. It dives into the ways to keep going, no matter the circumstances, and never give up. Personally, I’ve faced my fair share of "no’s" and "you can’t do it" in a world full of racial differences, especially when it often feels like many others are favored. That’s why this book is so relevant—it resonates with anyone who's ever felt overlooked or told they couldn’t succeed. It’s an inspiring reminder that perseverance and resilience are powerful tools for overcoming adversity. - Roger W. ArnoldBooks as a learning toolThis was a fun book. Interesting stories about a variety of sports figures that have had great adversity to overcome and how they overcome them. Also an excellent learning tool for younger people interested in sports figures and beginning a task of journaling and how to go about doing it. Excellent learning tool for anyone.
I enjoyed it very much and look forward to future books in a similar vein.