Once upon a time, my friends, there existed a game that defied all odds. In a little-known place called the North Carolina College for Negroes, Coach John McLendon was about to embark on a journey that would forever change the course of basketball. A student of the great James Naismith himself, McLendon had the audacity to teach his team the secrets of the full-court press and an unstoppable fast break. The result? Pure magic. These magnificent Eagles became the top-scoring college team in America, obliterating their opponents by a staggering sixty points per game. Can you believe it?
But my friends, there's always a catch. You see, as these talented athletes roamed the backcountry roads, danger lurked around every turn. Meanwhile, at Duke University, the supposed basketball kings were eclipsed by an all-white military team from the Duke medical school. These former college stars were unstoppable, conquering every adversary that dared to challenge them, even their own university's varsity team. They were fearless, ready to take on any opponent that crossed their path.
And so, my friends, fate stepped in with an invitation like no other. A bold and daring proposition that was light years ahead of what the South had ever witnessed before. The stage was set for a showdown that no one could have predicted. Buckle up, folks, because what happened next was anything but ordinary.
I present to you, after years of relentless research, the remarkable story known as The Secret Game! Within these pages lies a tale of unparalleled courage and unwavering determination. We are transported back to a time when a group of overlooked college basketball players joined forces with two refugees fleeing the horrors of Nazi Germany and a collective of bold student activists. Together, they not only blazed a trail for a new America, but they etched their names in the annals of basketball history. Let me tell you, my friends, this is no ordinary story. It is a riveting account of a season that defied all expectations, a season that left an indelible mark on the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to witness it.
So, sit back, relax, and listen closely as Scott Ellsworth, both the author and narrator of this incredible audiobook, takes us on a journey through time. With an audiobook rating of 2.3 out of 5, this eleven-hour and fourteen-minute rollercoaster is bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world where sports transcend mere competition and become a beacon of hope and unity. This is a story that will stay with you long after the final word is spoken. Get ready, my friends, for The Secret Game is about to unfold before your very ears.
