Play Their Hearts Out by George Dohrmann
- 1. In 'Play Their Hearts Out', George Dohrmann delves into the intense and often heart-wrenching world of youth basketball in America, providing an unflinching look at the lives of young athletes who aspire to achieve greatness on the court. Through a detailed narrative that follows a group of talented players in an elite Los Angeles youth league, Dohrmann explores the pressures and sacrifices that come with pursuing a dream fueled by ambition, competition, and external expectations. The book not only captures the thrilling dynamics of basketball, but also raises deeper questions about the morality of youth sports, the commercialization of talent, and the impact of adult aspirations on children's lives. It offers a poignant reflection on the motivations of coaches, parents, and kids alike, as they navigate the fraught landscape of personal desire in the shadow of fame and success. With a blend of investigative journalism and storytelling, Dohrmann sheds light on the inherent challenges faced by young athletes, revealing the hopes and heartaches that shape their journeys in a system that often prioritizes winning over well-being.
Who is the author of 'Play Their Hearts Out'?
A) Wright Thompson
B) John Feinstein
C) George Dohrmann
D) Bryan Burwell
- 2. What is the primary sport covered in 'Play Their Hearts Out'?
A) Basketball
B) Football
C) Baseball
D) Soccer
- 3. Who is the main youth basketball coach followed in the book?
A) Demetrius Walker
B) Sonny Vaccaro
C) Gary Franklin
D) Joe Keller
- 4. What major shoe company initially sponsored Joe Keller's team?
A) Adidas
B) Reebok
C) Nike
D) Under Armour
- 5. What state is the primary setting for most of the book?
A) New York
B) Florida
C) Texas
D) California
- 6. What was Joe Keller's primary motivation according to the book?
A) Community service
B) Player development
C) Financial gain
D) College preparation
- 7. Which college did Demetrius Walker eventually attend?
A) Kansas
B) USC
C) UCLA
D) Arizona State
- 8. What critical aspect of youth basketball does the book expose?
A) Gambling rings
B) Academic fraud
C) Drug use
D) Exploitation of young athletes
- 9. Which major basketball figure makes appearances in the book?
A) Sonny Vaccaro
B) Michael Jordan
C) Phil Jackson
D) John Wooden
- 10. How did the book characterize the NCAA's role in youth basketball?
A) Complicit
B) Supportive
C) Uninvolved
D) Regulatory
- 11. Which publication originally employed George Dohrmann?
A) Los Angeles Times
B) The New York Times
C) Sports Illustrated
D) ESPN
- 12. What award did George Dohrmann win for his reporting that led to this book?
A) Pulitzer Prize
B) Hugo Award
C) National Book Award
D) Emmy Award
- 13. Which young basketball prodigy is the central focus of the narrative?
A) Tyson Chandler
B) O.J. Mayo
C) LeBron James
D) Demetrius Walker
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