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Ten Boys, Fast Boat, and the Coach Who Made Them Champions

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In the annals of sports history, the story of the Seattle Boys Crew is one of the most inspiring and unforgettable. A group of ten boys from diverse backgrounds, led by a visionary coach, overcame adversity and prejudice to win the national championship in rowing.

Men of Kent: Ten Boys, A Fast Boat, and the Coach Who Made Them Champions

by Rick Rinehart

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The book Ten Boys, Fast Boat tells the story of the team's incredible journey. From their humble beginnings as a ragtag group of misfits to their triumphant victory at the national regatta, the book follows the boys as they learn the importance of teamwork, resilience, and believing in themselves.

The book is a testament to the power of sports to transform lives. It is a story that will inspire readers of all ages to dream big and never give up on their goals.

The Boys

The ten boys who made up the Seattle Boys Crew were a diverse group of individuals. They came from different backgrounds, had different strengths and weaknesses, and had different dreams. But they all shared one thing in common: a love of rowing.

The team's captain, Joe Rantz, was a natural leader. He was a gifted athlete with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. Joe inspired his teammates to believe in themselves and to never give up, even when things were tough.

Another key member of the team was Frank Harris. Frank was a gifted rower with a powerful stroke. He was also a natural strategist, and he helped the team develop a winning race plan.

The other members of the team were just as important as Joe and Frank. Each boy had his own unique strengths and weaknesses, and each boy contributed to the team's success in his own way.

The Coach

The man who coached the Seattle Boys Crew to victory was Al Ulbrickson. Ulbrickson was a demanding coach, but he also had a deep love for his athletes. He believed in the power of teamwork and resilience, and he instilled these values in his team.

Ulbrickson's coaching methods were unorthodox, but they were effective. He pushed his athletes to their limits, but he also supported them every step of the way. He taught them the importance of setting goals, working hard, and never giving up.

The Journey

The Seattle Boys Crew's journey to the national championship was not easy. They faced adversity and prejudice at every turn. But they never gave up on their dream.

The team's biggest challenge came in the form of racism. The boys were from a working-class neighborhood, and they were often looked down upon by the more affluent rowers from other schools. But the boys refused to let racism define them. They used it as motivation to prove that they were just as good as any other team.

Despite the challenges they faced, the Seattle Boys Crew persevered. They trained hard, they rowed with passion, and they never gave up on their dream. In the end, their hard work paid off. They won the national championship, and they became one of the most successful rowing teams in the country.

The Legacy

The Seattle Boys Crew's story is a legacy that continues to inspire people today. It is a story of teamwork, resilience, and triumph. It is a story that shows that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams.

The book Ten Boys, Fast Boat is a powerful and inspiring story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. It is a book that will inspire you to dream big and never give up on your goals.

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Men of Kent: Ten Boys, A Fast Boat, and the Coach Who Made Them Champions

by Rick Rinehart

4.4 out of 5