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Praise for Jim Boeheim and Syracuse Basketball: In the Zone

​“In the Zone” is an outstanding book…I give the book my stamp of approval.” DAVE BING, Syracuse legend, NBA Hall of Famer and former Mayor of Detroit
 
“If you are a big fan of college basketball, and specifically Syracuse, you will love In the Zone.” Staffo’s detailed description of the legendary Hall of Fame coach is unique and a must read for Syracuse basketball fans. Thumbs up.” DICK VITALE, ESPN basketball commentator
 
“It’s a terrific book. Don Staffo nailed it. It’s all true, it’s accurate, it’s a great read that involved an incredible amount of research.  It’s better than Jim’s book, Bleeding Orange, and I told Jim that.”
RICH DUFFY, Boeheim’s SU teammate and lifelong friend
 
“The most insightful and comprehensive book on Syracuse basketball…a thorough job by a man who really covered all the bases.”
GEORGE HICKER, Boeheim’s SU teammate and a lifelong friend
 
“The book keeps you reading…a very good reporting job. It’s hard to believe that it covers so many bases, a lot of stuff that I had forgotten. I have no doubt SU fans would enjoy it.
JOHN PITARESSI, SU basketball beat writer, Utica Observer-Dispatch

“Even considering the cavalcade of bold face names that are part of the history of Syracuse sports, Jim Boeheim is at, or near, the top of the list.  His combination of endurance and excellence have made him iconic, both in his sport, and at his University.” 
BOB COSTAS, TV Sportscaster and SU alum

 “As the nearest daily newspaper to Jim Boeheim’s hometown of Lyons, NY, our readers have been following his career closely since he was a high school hoops star. Don Staffo’s engaging book is packed with enough anecdotes, colorful stories and facts, however, to satisfy not only the casual basketball or Syracuse fan but also those diehards from Lyons and the Finger Lakes Region who thought they knew everything there was to know about Boeheim. An enjoyable read that will keep Cuse fans engaged page after page. I liked the book a lot. It stacks right up there with any book on Boeheim that I've read, including his own. And very creative in places.”
MICHAEL J. CUTILLO, executive editor and former sports editor, The Finger Lakes Times (Geneva, NY)

“For those of us who bleed Orange, the author has surely done his homework in order to bring us unique insight into Jim Boeheim, the coach, the man and Syracuse basketball. I really enjoyed the book.  Read it, you'll like it!”
​DENNIS FLOTTMAN, Syracuse fan

“I have finished reading Jim Boeheim and Syracuse Basketball: In the Zone. It was EXCELLENT and OUTSTANDING! I am not a basketball fan, do not follow it, do not watch it on TV, but the book had me looking forward to each opportunity to read a little more about Boeheim and the ORANGE!
The book was very well written. The author included just about every catch phrase, analogy, basketball speak, etc. in an effective, interesting and often entertaining manner that added to the readers enjoyment and understanding. As an avid reader of history books the author’s style was a very pleasant relief. As an engineer I really appreciated the very thorough and complete referencing within the context, the index and appendix.
I was very impressed with how well the author incorporated so many facts and included the personal anecdotes to satisfy the interests of both those reading it analytically, and those reading for the personal side of Boeheim and Syracuse.  The numerous quotes and references from such a wide and varied source base, from the individual fan, the professional sports writers, his peers, and all others presented a wide and diverse background of opinions both pro and con for Boeheim, Syracuse and college basketball.  
Reading this book I gained a much better understanding and appreciation of the complexity and challenges facing Coaches at this level of play. I certainly can understand why the book is a “must have” for any serious “Cuse” fan.  Uncertain as to where one can find so much information in one book!” 
THOMAS GARY, SU fan 

"Great read folks by a very experienced and knowledgeable author who knows his stuff. I have my copy and it is a great read. I highly recommend SU and sports fans get a copy. You won’t be disappointed. Every fan of Boeheim and/or basketball should consider getting this book. Endorsed by Dick Vitale and Syracuse and NBA great Dave Bing.”
TONY PAPARELLA, SU fan

“This book is saturated with interesting facts and sidebars…In summary, just a great read for all basketball and SU followers. I bought three “In the Zone” books.. for my two grown sons and myself.  Get in line people. Great book.”
DAVID ALBRECHT, SU fan
 
“I read the book in two sittings. After the first sitting, I couldn’t wait to see what was coming next. I really enjoyed the book. After reading the book, I went back and re-read some sections of the book again. I told some of my friends about the book and they wanted to get a book too.”
DOROTHY FREDERICK, SU fan
 
“The book is well-done and very interesting. Growing up in the neighboring village of Newark and being only three years older than Jim, the chapter describing Boeheim’s youth was of special interest to me. It brought back memories of the skinny kid from Lyons who just couldn't miss his jump shot. Don Staffo definitely brings the ‘hometown flavor’ into this chapter.” 
BOB WELCHER, retired school principal
 
“I thoroughly enjoyed reading “In the Zone.” It brought back a lot of memories from ‘back in the day.’ The author’s ability to take a mountain of stats and put them together into an easy-to-read and attention-getting format is commendable. Amazing depth of coverage and great, well-honed writing! Thanks for the memories. I liked the book so much that I passed it along to a friend of mine (Syracuse grad) to read.”
RON ASHE, basketball fan
 
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