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It is the kind of book that gets read, then reread and used as a reflective reference when needed &#8211; a very valuable tool for any coach.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;George Tsakumis artfully captures so many real emotions felt by coaches at some point in their careers,&#8221; coach <strong>Rachel Stratton-Mills<\/strong> said. &#8220;Through his telling of Coach&#8217;s timely run-in with his mentor, Tsakumis offers advice that a coach from any sport at any level can benefit from hearing. The Black Line Blues is a quick read that can be revisited anytime someone needs a reminder that coaching goes beyond performance and is, at its core, about human connection and compassion for others.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Many have strong words to say about Tsakumis&#8217; work, from coaches to swimmers.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;A sweet story presenting us with a refreshing reminder that, beyond personal best times and championship records in the swimming pool, the true value of athletic competition is available to everyone and comes only through honest participation, individual persistence, and compassion for others,&#8221; said Olympic gold medalist <strong>Matt Biondi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>George Tsakumis is an accounting professor. He earned his Bachelor of Science and Master\u2019s in Accounting from Miami University of Ohio, and his PhD from the University of South Carolina. 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