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The popular ESPN basketball analyst and former Duke player looks at the true meaning of toughness.
If anyone knows tough, its Jay Bilas. A four-year starter at Duke, he learned an incomparable work ethic under coach Mike Krzyzewski, battling against the greatest college players in the game. After playing professionally overseas for several years, he returned to Duke, where he served as Krzyzewskis assistant coach for three seasons, during which the Blue Devils won back-to-back titles. A graduate of Duke Law School, he has since become one of basketballs most recognizable faces through his insightful, intelligent work on ESPNs SportsCenter and College GameDay.
Through his ups and downs, on and off the court, Jay learned the true meaning of toughness from coaches, teammates, and colleagues. Now, he discusses this misunderstoodyet vitalattribute and how it contributes to winning in sports and in life. Featuring never-before-heard stories and personal philosophies on toughness from top players and coaches including Coach K, Bob Knight,Grant Hill,Mia Hamm,JonGruden,Tom Izzo,BillSelf, Curtis Strange, and many othersBilas redefines what it takes to succeed.
