Born in Nigeria, Olajuwon didn't step onto a basketball court until the age of 17. Within a year he was a Nigerian international. Here he recounts his journey to America and university in Houston, his success in the NBA since turning professional in 1984, and his return to the Muslim faith. In a sport known for producing arrogant professional athletes, Olajuwon is regarded as a rare phenomenon - a sporting gentleman. Aware of his position as a role model, he wants to pass on his story of success as an inspiration to others.
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Born in Nigeria, Olajuwon didn't step onto a basketball court until the age of 17. Within a year he was a Nigerian international. Here he recounts his journey to America and university in Houston, his success in the NBA since turning professional in 1984, and his return to the Muslim faith. In a sport known for producing arrogant professional athletes, Olajuwon is regarded as a rare phenomenon - a sporting gentleman. Aware of his position as a role model, he wants to pass on his story of success as an inspiration to others.
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Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Non-price clipped dj is lightly scuffed. Boards have touch of shelfwear. Pages are clean & text is free from markings. All pages tight in binding.
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Fine in Fine jacket. Book. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Hardcover, ix, 300 pp., photos. 1st Edition, 1st Printing. Excellent condition. He grew up in Nigeria and didn't even pick up a basketball until he was seventeen. But just two years later, Hakeem Olajuwon powered his American college team, the University of Houston, to the NCAA Final Four. And that was only the beginning.