Geno: In Pursuit of Perfection | 
 enlarge | Authors: Geno Auriemma, Jackie Macmullan
Creator: Diana Taurasi
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 398313
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 336
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.3 x 1.4
ISBN: 0446577642
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.323092
EAN: 9780446577649
ASIN: 0446577642
Publication Date: January 3, 2006
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Product Description
The legendary coach of the University of Connecticuts womens basketball team shares a riveting, first-person account of what it takes to become the most successful collegiate womens basketball coach in the country. Many coaches achieve success in their careers, but few have carved out a legacy like Geno Auriemma. As coach of the Lady Huskies, UConns womens basketball team, for the past 19 seasons, Auriemma has led the Huskies to four national championships and was named national Coach of the Year five times. More importantly, 16 of his players have made the Deans List, and all of his teams have had a flawless graduation rate. The epitome of a coach, a mentor, and a leader, GENO tells the story of how one fiery man strove for excellenceand won the respect of his players and countless fans along the way.
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 Geno the Jerk June 29, 2008
This book does nothing but confirm what a jerk this fellow is. He can turn on the charm when he wants, such as when he is wooing a recruit. He has also assembled a staff that can coach, as well as recruiting the best basketball talent in the country. He obviously is a shrewd game tactician. But scratch the surface, and you find the egotistical, totally self centered, shallow jerk that lies within. From his profanity filled rants at press conferences, to his adolescent taunts directed at opposing teams to his verbal abuse of his players to his unethical recruiting practices, he earns the title of Geno the Jerk. This book is a big nothing. Wait for the DVD.
 Auriemma is a jerk, just the kind of jerk I would love to have my daughter play for. August 6, 2007
Auriemma is a JERK. The best thing about this book is he tells you that he, CD (his associate head coach), all his assistant coaches and most of all his players know he is a JERK. But even more important, he cares about his players like a parent or that uncle who will always be there when you need them to be does. He doesn't coddle, he doesn't kiss up to good, or even great players. He does sometimes treat players differently, but only because every single one of his players is an individual, but he demands that they play not as individuals, but as a team. He gets the best out of his players because he demands the best out of them and even more so out of himself. He is insecure and cocky. Doubtful and arrogant. A smooth talker and someone who regularly eats shoe leather. He is a real person who I would love my daughter to play for some day if she ever got the chance.
Awesome! March 18, 2006
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
It's rare these days -- I just couldn't stop reading. Auriemma's co-writer creates a style that makes Geno come across as a good guy who tries hard - a real rags to riches, Horatio Alger story.
As a basketball fan, I loved the glimpses into life at UConn and the stories beyond some legendary playeres. In particular, I liked Diana Taurasi's introduction and the brief mentions of her background and style. She's a fascinating person as well as a great player, adding charisma he way Lisa Leslie once did.
Geno tells the truth, too. After UConn, many players faced a letdown. I watched Taurasi play against Seattle next year, as a member of the Arizona team. She tried hard but was obviously frustrated being a top player on a mid-level team.
Ironically, there are many parallels between Taurasi and Chamique Holdsclaw, Tennessee's star, who would have graduated just before Taurasi went to UConn. Both began their WNBA careers as Number 1 draft picks on low-ranked teams. And both complained about being so famous. Tough, said both coaches.
I also liked Geno's report of recruiting,a coach's toughest job, he says.
A few times I flipped pages while Geno pontificated and philosophized. Most mostly I loved it...and despite a long and growing "To Do" list, I kept reading.
Spoken like a true Italian! March 16, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Luigi "Geno" Auriemma has written an extremely heartfelt biography chronicling his life experiences, especially the years he has been coaching UConn's womens basketball team. This is one of those biographies you don't want to miss out on!
Geno is a straight shooter and one heck of a honest man. His genuine display of his emotions and thoughts throughout the book are a testament to his character. His loyalty to his wife, family, colleagues, players and fans is incredible!
The stories behind how he recruited Diana Taurasi and others are very enjoyable to read, as are the countless other stories he recalls over the years. "Geno" is an excellent book for anyone to read - you don't need to be a huge sports enthusiast (although I reckon it might make a slight difference) as this is a story of an Italian boy from Norristown who made it big through his strong work ethics and values.
Molto Grazie, Geno! You rock!
If you're a fan, you'll love it! March 16, 2006
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
The book is filled with anecdotes about his early life (the best chapter) and his years at UConn. Trials, tribulations, success and failures with various players, their families, etc. are the central theme. If you've followed the team in recent years or long term, you will appreciate this information. Fewer points, however, for writing style and continuity of subject. As a whole and as a fan, I enjoyed it!
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