What a great job I was instantly moved to follow people that I had an interest in reading about. Andy Purvis' book Greatness Continued, is a fascinating read. It highlights some of sports' most interesting people and shares their life stories and the traits that made them successful into short stories that are both entertaining and informative. Reid Ryan Houston Astros Baseball Club Andy, I just read the chapter on my dad, "Shag," in your book In the Company of Greatness. I can not thank you enough for keeping his name and memories alive. The entire Crawford family appreciates it, and again,...

I still think of myself as a former athlete that writes, not a writer who once played ball. I never wanted to be the quarterback or running back, but wanted to touch the football on every play, liked being the offensive center and leading the team out of the huddle, up to the line of scrimmage. Most often we never get to decide when our time is over. Our bodies or someone else will let us know. I only knew that my brother and I both loved sports. In many ways, I still play center today.

I still think of myself as a former athlete that writes, not a writer who once played ball. I never wanted to be the quarterback or running back, but wanted to touch the football on every play, liked being the offensive center and leading the team out of the huddle, up to the line of scrimmage. Most often we never get to decide when our time is over. Our bodies or someone else will let us know. I only knew that my brother and I both loved sports. In many ways, I still play center today.