04/14/16

Catch a Star (Revell; ISBN 9780800723682; ebook ISBN 9781441219633; $17.99) by Tamika Catchings with Ken Petersen has hit the New York Times Best Sellers list, achieving the #9 spot on the April 2016 Sports list during its first month of release. This ranking reflects sales for March 2016 and is based on sales from thousands of nationwide venues where general books are sold.

Just before the start of her final season with the WNBA Indiana Fever, Tamika Catchings will continue her book tour with events on April 9 and 10 at the LifeWay Christian Store in Knoxville, TN and the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, respectively. In the first week of release, Tamika launched her book tour with signings in Indianapolis and New York City, where she received national media coverage from Sports Illustrated Now, Beyond the W, SLAM, and others.

In Catch a Star, Tamika shares stories of her childhood, overcoming adversity, and growing into one of the most decorated players in WNBA history. Tamika’s autobiography gives the readers a look at her life of achievements, hardships, and the road that led to her becoming a WNBA champion, three-time Olympic gold medalist, and founder of the Catch the Stars Foundation. Her story serves as inspiration for the Indianapolis boys and girls served by her foundation. Catch a Star was co-authored with Ken Petersen and features a foreword from former Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy who said, “No matter where we were, or who we were with, Tamika was always the same--personable, caring, and humble. I believe Catch a Star will not only give you a look into Tamika’s life but will also inspire you to strive to be all you can be in life as well.”

Tamika Catchings of the Indiana Fever was the WNBA's 2011 MVP. A three-time Olympic gold medalist and nine-time WNBA All-Star, Catchings was a four-time All-American and a member of the National Champion University of Tennessee Lady Vols under legendary coach Pat Summitt.

Catchings's story of overcoming adversity, growing in faith, and achieving success despite the many challenges she's faced inspires the boys and girls served by her foundation, Catch the Stars, in Indianapolis.

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