Of all the leadership books I have read,Coaches of Chicagois my favorite. Paul Pryma does a masterful job of piecing together stories of three extraordinary Chicago educators/coaches into mini-lessons on how great leadership is directly related to student success. This book is a great read for anyone in education, and a MUST-READ for any current or aspiring administrator.
~Kevin Shelton
Principal
Johnsburg High School
2013 Illinois Principal Association President
Paul Pryma gets under the hood and inside the minds of three of Chicago’s greatest basketball coaches.Coaches of Chicagoprovides a fascinating look at everything that goes into coaching and the incredible drive and intelligence it takes to succeed in the ultra-competitive world of Chicago hoops.
~Michael O’Brien
Chicago Sun Times
WOW! Like listening to Springsteen!Coaches of Chicagois a treasure box of wisdom for any teacher/coach who still loves to learn. It is such a joy to read, but more than that it is exactly what a professional development seminar should be. I’m in my sixth decade as a teacher and a coach (“one and the same” to quote the book) and this book reinforced my passion for both. Thanks, Paul.
~Tom McKenna
Teacher/Coach
St. Ignatius College Prep and Hinsdale Central High School
This uplifting book explores the principles of leadership as only Paul Pryma, educator and coach, could write, masterfully synthesizing the wisdom of world-renown leaders while respectfully uncovering the philosophies and motivations of three prominent coaches from the Chicagoland area. Leaders, no matter what field, will be taken on a journey t