The Grio

Legendary coach John Thompson’s autobiography ‘I Came As A Shadow’ reveals more about his extraordinary life

After decades of silence, renowned Georgetown Hoyas basketball coach John Thompson decided to write his autobiography to show what went on behind the scenes of his extraordinary life. From becoming ...
The Washington Post

In his memoir, Georgetown’s John Thompson doesn’t hold back

During games, Georgetown basketball coach John Thompson slung a white towel over his shoulder, in tribute to his mother. (John McDonnell/The Washington Post) Review by George Solomon John Thompson, ...
The New York Times

In His Autobiography, the College Basketball Giant John Thompson Is Plainspoken and Profound

When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. “I’m six feet 10 inches tall,” the longtime Georgetown basketball coach John Thompson writes in his ...