My Story: A Life in Basketball and Beyond by Lauren Jackson

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Interior and binding are still excellent.

From Australian country school girl to an international sporting superstar, Lauren Jackson tells her extraordinary story for the first time. 'I've realised my dreams, have been there for my teams, and experienced so many highs and lows. The game of basketball, the game that has given me so much, is almost an analogy for my life. You take the hits, you get the ball, you score the buckets, you just play it to the best of your ability.'

Recognised as one of the finest women basketballers of all time, Lauren Jackson has had to overcome many professional and personal challenges with determination and strength. But along the way, she has always been grounded and supported by her family in Australia and her basketball community as she battled anxiety and the demands of sporting fame to find a place in the world where she felt comfortable and secure.

Written honestly, Lauren details the missteps, setbacks, successes, and controversies of a professional career that saw her representing her country and playing in the United States, Russia, Spain, Korea, and China. But above all she reveals her compassion and intelligence. This is truly an inspiring story of a great Australian. (back cover)