Champion is a one-act play about Anthony Campione Jr. who was the first-born grandchild on both sides of Italian-American families. Loved and cherished by his entire family, especially his parents... More > Anthony Sr. and Carol, no one ever questioned his darker skin but it was often ‘logically’ explained away. In his early thirties, after years of personal struggle and living as a "dark-Italian", Anthony unearths the truth about where he comes from and takes a drive to complete his journey of self-discovery.
Champion is a compelling true story about courage, the persistence to find truth and unconditional love.
Based on the real-life story of David Paladino as heard on NPR's "This American Life" with Ira Glass & Cris Beam.< Less
The Story of the 2011 Collinsville High School Marching Band. The Year of Champions is about the memorable season that changed things for one small band program. It was a year destined for great... More > things. The Collinsville Marching band was featured in a nationally-broadcasted commercial and achieved new and grand things for the "High School of Champions." This book was written to provide books about band for musicians who want to read about other bands. This is a true story.< Less
It all started with a bet.
"I bet you can't even last a day in marching band."
The next day, I took my brother's challenge and signed up for marching band.
Laced with honest truths about... More > band and Collinsville's unique group of band kids, The Year of Champions tells the story of an unforgettable season for the Collinsville High School Marching Band. It all started with challenges: a bet, tough music, and something to prove. The season ended with a performance that changed the program and a shocking and fortunate string of events that ultimately put Collinsville on the map and tested what the band is truly made of.
The Year of Champions is about the memorable season that changed things for one small band program. It was a year destined for great things. The Collinsville Marching band was featured in a nationally-broadcasted commercial and achieved new and grand things for the "High School of Champions." This is a true story.< Less
Durin Vandell was once a man of simple values who loved his wife and child and respected the law. Since the day his family was brutally murdered seven years ago however, his soul has become lost in... More > the miasma of the animalistic world of Northfall.
Through years of wanton self-destruction, Vandell abandoned a life of reason and became a professional thief - eventually lauded as a master of his trade. But old weaknesses have come to sully his reputation in the underworld, and with tales of his infamy fading from memory, the bottom of an ale glass has once again become his home. However, when tracker Marcus Cyndean comes to him with an offer that he can’t refuse, Vandell decides to embark on an epic journey that will bring him full circle with his violent past and his darkest fears.
From author Glen Michael Cooper, “Champions of Northfall” is an epic, expansive piece of mature fantasy that challenges the conventions of the genre, presenting something tangible and relevant for modern readers.< Less
On The Rise
As the 2000 season got underway, the Rebels discovered themselves placed 18th in the AP survey, thanks in big part to McAllister and Miller, both of whom were back for their senior... More > years. Eli settled in as Miller's backup and saw little playing time. Ole Miss went 7-5 and earned a berth against West Virginia in the Music City Bowl. That's where Eli got his first real possibility to shine.
Down 49-16 in the fourth quarter, the Rebels needed a stimulate. Cutcliffe placed Eli, and he played remarkably. The redshirt freshman finished 12 of 20 passes for 167 lawns and three touchdowns. While that wasn't enough to secure a victory, the teenager's sparkling performance gave the world a taste on exactly what waited for when he took the helm in 2001.< Less
It took me over 30 years to write this timeless book with the greatest power of the subconscious mind and wisdom. This is the road map for athletes. This is GPS for the mind forest. No one can... More > become champion without paying the highest prices. The power energy of your own subconscious mind can lead your dream come true no matter what! The subconscious mind is the "MIRACLE" performer and never fail your desire if your energy, your quality, your level and your efforts meet the level of your goal. I believe I am the first person on this planet to give the correct definition of sports. No one truly knows what sports are really competing?
One of my books ( I wrote 19 in total both in Chinese and English) title is:" THE WORLD SPORTS ARE REALLY COMPETING WITH THE HIGHEST POTENTIAL OF ATHLETE'S SUBCONSCIOUS MIND"< Less
It took me over 30 years to write this timeless book with the greatest power of the subconscious mind and wisdom. This is the road map for athletes. This is GPS for the mind forest. No one can... More > become champion without paying the highest prices. The power energy of your own subconscious mind can lead your dream come true no matter what! The subconscious mind is the "MIRACLE" performer and never fail your desire if your energy, your quality, your level and your efforts meet the level of your goal. I believe I am the first person on this planet to give the correct definition of sports. No one truly knows what sports are really competing?
One of my books ( I wrote 19 in total both in Chinese and English) title is:" THE WORLD SPORTS ARE REALLY COMPETING WITH THE HIGHEST POTENTIAL OF ATHLETE'S SUBCONSCIOUS MIND"< Less
Chronic diseases—such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes—are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Chronic diseases account for 70% of all deaths in the... More > U.S., which is roughly 1.7 million each year. These diseases also cause major limitations in daily living for almost 1 out of 10 Americans. Although chronic diseases are among the most common and costly health problems, they are also among the most preventable. Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods and being physically active can prevent or control the devastating effects of these diseases.#
Champion Ministries exists to prevent people from joining the above statistics. Through our online community we provide free access to support, group accountability, and exercise and fitness resources. Join us, and together will we fight the obesity epidemic and positively affect the quality of life of millions of people by strengthening their spirits, souls, and bodies.< Less
A youngster may feel lost or abandoned without the care of a mother; however, he or she may not be able to champion the challenges of the world without the cheers of a father. Chang Chen Columbus... More > grew to be eight years old before he could see his American father, and after only a few days spent with him, the young boy will not be able to see him again. Year after year, the boy will be waiting for his father to come back, but his daddy will not be anywhere to be seen or found by anyone around the world. In time, the longing for his father grows into an image in his heart that becomes, “The Ghost of A Champion.” As a teenage athlete, Chang Chen traveled to NYC to compete in the 200 meter dash championship, but when learned that his father was in the city, financially torn apart and withdrawn from his family memories, the brave young athlete left his coach at the airport and ran off with his Italian cousin to find him. Will Chang Chen Columbus be reunited with his father, and will he win the Gold Medal?< Less
