Jeremy Williams captured the nation's imagination by coaching his high school football team to unprecedented heights while combating ALS and caring for a son with spina bifida. This is his family's inspiring story.
The story of Jeremy Williams and his family inspires readers by reminding them of the power of one courageous individual to make a difference in many lives, despite all but insurmountable obstacles. The story takes us through the building of an unforgettable football team from a group of despondent underachievers and underprivileged young men, reminiscent of "Remember the Titans; "the birth and challenges of a son with spina bifida; the national attention brought by the ABC-TV show "Extreme Home Makeover, " which built a new home for the Williams family; and the amazing and uplifting influence of Jeremy Williams on an entire community. Above all, the story paints a picture of a courageous and faith-driven man no reader will ever forget.