Can I Throw that Thing? by Scott Thompson is just as much a story of Olympic triumph as it is about the bonds of family and the determination to see a goal achieved. This short read is written by the father of the Olympian the story is focused on, allowing the author to not only offer the details of the training and rigor that Curtis had to go through but also the perspective of the family and friends who were there through every triumph and every setback. The author's writing is clear and easy going, while also very detailed and articulate. Fans of sports history and underdog stories will greatly enjoy this read for the story of triumph over adversity and the themes of strength and love.
Phil Bolos
