"Game Changer: John McLendon and the Secret Game" explores the incredible life of John McLendon, a pioneering African American basketball coach and innovator. Set against the backdrop of segregation and racial inequality, the story unveils McLendon's groundbreaking contributions to the game, including his unique coaching techniques and strategies that revolutionized basketball. As he navigates the challenges of his time, McLendon not only champions the sport but also influences the broader civil rights movement. The narrative highlights his enduring legacy and passion for pushing boundaries, ultimately showcasing how one man's vision transformed the world of basketball forever. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2015 by Lerner Publishing Group .

John Coy is the author of many acclaimed books for young readers and teens, including Top of the Order, Eyes on the Goal , Love of the Game, and Take Your Best Shot . He lives in Minneapolis. Randy DuBurke is the creator of The Moon Ring (0-8118-3487-5) and the recipient of the John Steptoe/Corretta Scott King New Illustrator Award. He lives in Switzerland and New York.