Game, Set, Life: A Conversation on Character, Grit and the Power of Sports

By Jay Harris and Michael Kathrein

What if the scoreboard wasn't the point?

You want the young athletes in your life to succeed-but not just in the game. You want them to grow into resilient, confident, and thoughtful people. In a world obsessed with wins and stats, Game Set Life is a much-needed reminder: sports are one of the greatest teachers we have.

Written by two long-time coaches and fathers, this book is a powerful conversation about the education embedded within athletics. Through real stories, honest reflections, and meaningful insights, you'll discover how to use sports as a vehicle for developing character, leadership, and a strong athlete mindset.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or mentor, you'll walk away with the tools and perspective to help kids thrive-on and off the court.

Inside you'll learn how to:

Develop character and emotional resilience in young athletesHelp kids build a personal growth mindset and mental toughnessSupport athlete development for teens without burnout or pressureShift the focus from performance to purpose-and connectionRecognize the life lessons sports are always teaching (if we're paying attention)

If you're looking for a sports book for kids, a playbook for coaching leadership, or a guide to character development through athletics-Game Set Life is for you.

Because the real victory isn't in the trophy-it's in the transformation.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1940498449
• ISBN13: 9781940498447
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Juxtabook Press
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"