A Best Book of 2024 by PEZCycling
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Willkie Sprint is a must-add to your...reading list.... a powerful story about perseverance, unbreakable bonds, and learning who you are.
~Sheryl Sandberg, former COO, Facebook/Meta
Former professional cyclist Kerry Hellmuth recounts the groundbreaking collegiate bike race that started her career.
~Outside Magazine Online
Title IX's impact on women's participation in sport is undeniable, and ... Kerry Hellmuth's terrific book adds to what we know.
~Dionne Koller, Co-chair of the US Senate Commission on the US Olympics/Paralympics
Hellmuth tells her story with light humour and an authentic voice...
~Jackie Tyson, Cyclingnews
This entertaining and affectionately written book... "Willkie Sprint" is about young people finding their way in life, about friendships and family, and about team-building and accomplishment.
~Leslie Reissner, Pez Cycling News
Hellmuth's inspiring account ...details her young team's journey to victory.
~Adam Perry, Boulder Weekly
Prepare yourself for another irresistible underdog story.
~Doug Moe, Madison Magazine
This lively memoir invites us along for the ride.
~Scott Russell Sanders, author of Small Marvels
Anytime a barrier is broken it is cause for celebration. Somewhere The Cutters are smiling.
~John Roach, author of Way Out Here in the Middle
Willkie Sprint is a powerful coming-of-age memoir.
~Dede Demet Barry, Olympic silver medalist
Like most glorious triumphs, the work is in the details: months of dreary workouts made into fun with great teammates, miles of training, ...and the unknown lying ahead.
~Andy Hampsten, winner of the Giro d'Italia bike race
I found myself cheering... loudly for Willkie Sprint.
~Christian Vande Velde, NBC commentator and former World Tour cyclist
[A] bike is a vehicle for self discovery and freedom. Hellmuth beautifully captures her journey...
~Michael Barry, World Tour cyclist and author of Fitness Cycling
