What makes a champion? Olympic champion Bob Richards says it's the will to win no matter what the odds. In "The Heart of a Champion", he shares the incredible stories of athletes who have overcome hardship, disability, racism, sexism, and more to become the best the world has ever seen. A celebration of hard work and the indomitable human spirit, this book captures Richards' contagious enthusiasm for individual greatness as well as the beauty of working as a team. These inspirational true stories have been loved for fifty years. Now repackaged for a new generation of athletes and coaches, "The Heart of a Champion" is poised to influence thousands more with its message of hope and perseverance.