Beyond the Jump Shot: The Elevated Life of Kenny Sailors - Softcover

Sorensen, Debbie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1956370536 ISBN 13: 9781956370539

Publisher: Carpenter's Son Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

"Have you ever heard of Kenny Sailors?"
"Kenny who?"
"Didn't the jump shot always exist in basketball?"

The short answer is no.

In the early 1900s, the sport of basketball was in its infancy. The basic elements of the game included passing the ball, no physical contact, and only two-handed set shots. Times were ripe for improvements and the development of new techniques.

A few notable players in the 1930s and 1940s began to jump and shoot a basketball. But it was Kenny Sailors who stepped in and made the modern-day jump shot famous.

Beyond the Jump Shot is a story of basketball and life that will elevate and inspire you to believe, and try something different.

FROM KENNY'S SON DAN:

"With the jump shot, my dad left his mark on basketball. His example in sports and life elevated others to become people of character, integrity, and faith. Pop taught those around him the value of hard work, respect for authority, and doing your best. He cared about his God, family, country, and the Marines. Basketball was a thread that ran through the life of Kenny Sailors. Pop realized there was life after sports and was compelled to encourage others to elevate their lives and dreams."

About this title

About the Author

In May of 1978, Debbie Sorensen and her husband met Kenny and Marilynne Sailors in Gakona, Alaska. Over the decades, she has benefitted from her connection with the Sailors, who inspired her to reach out to those around her.

Debbie and her husband raised two sons who played high school basketball. She enjoys following six grandchildren and their classmates on the hardwood. Debbie follows Kenny's example and makes a point to encourage college athletes at her hometown college.

Edition details

• Publisher: Carpenter's Son Publishing
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1956370536
• ISBN 13: 9781956370539
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 204