A true story set in 1997 Arshay is from West-side Chicago filled with zombies (drug addicts), violence and poverty. There were sacrifices. Either, or. Arshay Cooper manages to write about an often desperate and depressiv, many layered situation without losing any of those layers, without losing any of the gray shades, and that is a huge accomplishment and part of what makes this book so special. As told by a member of the team who became their captain, and despite his challenges at home, the effect of the coaches and providers who, in the 1990's, taught these kids more than just how to maneuver a shell, but the necessity of team manship, pride in accomplishment, and goes on to foster in many successful entrepreneurship. Through the eyes of Arshay Cooper, the reader not only experiences the day to day struggles and trauma of those living in the rough neighborhoods of Chicago's west side, but also the normal but unreachable dreams and wishes of the youth as they navigate their social, familial, and academic duties. by Arshay Cooper ‧ RELEASE DATE: June 30, 2020. "Robyn is the real thing. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Many of the students from Chicago’s West Side have parents who use or sell drugs. Arshay Cooper describes the harsh realities of growing up and living in Chicago's West Side and the effects of joining a newly-formed rowing team at his school. It is very difficult to be part of that society without being part of a gang but these 5 young students found that way. Though Cooper’s schoolmates talked smack about it, and in part because of a girl, Cooper and his best friend signed up for “crew.”, Rowing required discipline. This book comes in two editions: one for the day, and one for the night. "—Sports Illustrated"Spirited... memorable... Engrossing a sports memoir but also relevant to any conversation about privilege and race. Many of the students from Chicago’s West Side have parents who use or sell drugs. To create our... To see what your friends thought of this book, It is the same book, but updated in “A Most Beautiful Thing.” A documentary by Mary Mazzio and narrated by Common will be out July 31. It was equal parts heartbreaking, hilarious, and inspiring. Now a documentary narrated by Common, produced by Grant Hill, Dwyane Wade, and 9th Wonder, from filmmaker Mary Mazzio The moving true story of a group of young men growing up on Chicago's West side who form the first all-black high school rowing team in the nation, and in doing so not only transform a sport, but their lives.Growing up on Chicago’s Westside in the 90’s, Arshay Cooper knows the harder side of life.
Very original storyline with subtle multi-layering. This is a reprint and updating of Suga Water, which Ars. The book is as uplifting as its title suggests, and sections detailing the races are downright heart-pounding. One of these items ships sooner than the other. As told by a member of the team who became their captain, and despite his challenges at home, the effect of the coaches and providers who, in the 1990's, taught these kids more than just how to maneuver a shell, but the necessity of team manship, pride in accomplishment, and goes on to foster in many successful entrepreneurship. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number.