Bryan Berry, a talented tennis player, goes from an unknown to a contender in one of the leading junior tournaments when he attacts the attention of an experienced tennis coach. As a player, coach, and dad, I enthusiastically recommend THE KID FROM COURAGE for the junior tennis player in your family. --BRAD GILBERT, ESPN broadcaster and former coach of Andy Roddick THE KID FROM COURAGE is a brilliant look into the life and mind of the junior tournament tennis player. --ALLEN FOX, former Davis Cupper, Tennis Coach, and Author of THINK TO WIN THE KID FROM COURAGE is the perfect racquet bag companion for every player. --Marcia Frost, Editor-in-Chief, College and Junior Tennis THE KID FROM COURAGE is a brilliant look into the life and mind of the junior tournament tennis player. --ALLEN FOX, former Davis Cupper, Tennis Coach, and Author of THINK TO WIN THE KID FROM COURAGE is the perfect racquet bag companion for every player. --Marcia Frost, Editor-in-Chief, College and Junior Tennis Author Ron Berman has written a tennis book for the ages. This entertaining story about Bryan's uphill battle to make it in junior tennis is filled with exciting tennis action and realistic tournament competition. Off the court, Bryan struggles to deal with a custody battle between his divorced parents, the scrutiny of the local tennis community, and many other obstacles. The reader will join Bryan on his emotional roller coaster ride, and root for him when plays the biggest match of his life. Ron Berman, author of 16 Young Adult books, honed his tennis skills on the hardcourts of Los Angeles, California, where he was born and raised. After playing in the juniors, he went on to compete at a varsity level in both high school and college. He also served as a teaching pro for a number of years. In THE KID FROM COURAGE, Ron showcases his familiarity with the world of junior tennis while demonstrating a knack for creating memorable characters and engaging storylines. Drawing on personal experiences, he has fused his lifelong love of the game with an inspiring story that encourages personal as well as physical growth on and off the tennis court. Similarly, his FUTURE STARS OF AMERICA series strives to entertain young sports fans while communicating positive messages about friendship, determination, and the rewards that come with hard work. Ron currently resides in Redondo Beach, CA. In addition to writing about sports, he has drawn praise for his nonfiction career books, which feature remarkable young people who emphasize education as the key to a successful future. Ron's latest offering is: ON THE HARDWOOD: LOS ANGELES LAKERS. Down the road, look for his Young Adult novel, The Perfect Wave, which is set for a 2015 release. Used Book in Good Condition