Hi Mom, Send Sheep!: My Life as the Coyote and After

by Tim Derk

At 47, Tim Derk had long been the San Antonio Spur's crowd-pleasing Coyote and was widely regarded as the NBA's funniest, most inventive mascot. Then, as the Spurs were headed toward their third... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1595340432
• ISBN13: 9781595340436
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: Trinity University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Excellent read

This is a great, quick read for any one. The author shares many stories about great success, but also great frustration. I read this book in one day and couldn't put it down!

The Coyote, unmasked.

This was a very quick read, and goes into something of the history of the person behind the Spurs Coyote, Tim Derk. He lived a double life, with a secret identity, for two decades until he suffered a stroke. As the Coyote, he performed feats of athleticism that were amazing, all the time showing the humor for which he was known. Only a few people knew his true identity until shortly after his stroke on Feb 13, 2004. The book is a quick read, easily completed in a single night and has several tales of the misadventures of the Coyote, and its actor. It is written very much as if the author was speaking to you, however it is somewhat disjointed jumping around from time to time, inside a chapter. The seven chapters are relative focused, each one detailing aspects of Tim'sis life. From the inception of the Coyote, to a number of injuries, to his hey-day activities, to the stroke, then to rehab, and finally to recovery, though that is obviously an ongoing issue. The book is inspiring, showing how much a person can accomplish if he puts his mind to it. Considering that Tim's stroke is central to the book, it still remains a relatively enjoyable read. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in mascots, and specifically to anyone who may be facing a tough time. It is also a must for any fan of the Spurs Coyote.

Profound, But Enjoyable

The reading is quick paced and engaging. One minute you are laughing, the next you are saying "WoW", or "Mmmmm" This book makes profound thinking easy to read!

A life well lived, indeed

A fascinating read and a great look at the king of NBA mascots. Whether hanging from the ceiling or making up hilarious bits, Tim truly set the bar for other mascots and athletic entertainers to follow.