That Deserves a Wow

Untold Stories of Legends and Champions, Their Wins and Heartbreaks

by Chris Myers

On Sale: 11/19/2024

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That Deserves a Wow

Untold Stories of Legends and Champions, Their Wins and Heartbreaks

by Chris Myers

On Sale: 11/19/2024

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About the Book

The Emmy Award–winning FOX Sports broadcaster provides a front row seat to some of the most memorable moments in sports history.

Emmy Award–winning broadcaster Chris Myers reflects on his illustrious career as one of the most trusted and renowned journalists in sports. Myers has witnessed and participated in his fair share of historic events: on the field when the earthquake struck the 1989 World Series; on the air throughout the tragic aftermath of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics bombing; on the sidelines during the Patriots’ stunning comeback at Super Bowl LI; and a contentious live interview with the notorious OJ Simpson.

Now Myers offers an inside look at all these moments and more, revealing the joys and pressures of working with the world’s most famous athletes and sharing the experiences and interactions that never made it on screen. He takes readers behind the scenes with the biggest names in sports, including Mike Tyson, Muhammed Ali, Tom Brady, John Wooden, Bill Belichick, Charles Barkley, Barry Bonds, Serena Williams, Jack Nicklaus, Pete Sampras, and even Bill Murray.

Through it all, Chris captures a community that is bigger than sports, one that has banded together through triumph and tragedy, providing lessons about excellence, compassion, and connection.

Critical Praise

“Chris Myers is our guy who has the tools, skills, wit, and his own delighted amazement at the persons and events in front of us, in addition to the most immobile hair in the business.” — Bill Murray, from the foreword

“When I look back at my career in sports, it's just been a crazy journey. I'm lucky. Chris Myers has been a good friend for a long time and has had a great ride himself. It was amazing to read about all the incredible events and interesting people that are in this book.” — Charles Barkley, NBA Hall of Famer and co-host of Inside the NBA

“My very first SportsCenter happened to be with Chris Myers. I have always appreciated his hard work, professionalism, but mostly his quick wit and sense of humor that always had me laughing—and still does." — Linda Cohn, Hall of Fame sportscaster and ESPN’s longest-tenured SportsCenter anchor

“Chris takes us on a fun journey with some of the greatest people in sports and their unexpected moments. That Deserves a Wow showcases an amazing career in sports broadcasting at the highest level. From the time he interviewed me on the day I was drafted to working with him on several Super Bowls, I've always been a fan of Chris Myers. You'll be inspired and entertained.” — Troy Aikman, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback and Fox NFL's lead game analyst

“Like millions of people, I first came to know Chris through his remarkable versatility as a broadcaster and uncanny talent for connecting with audiences. Today I’m fortunate to call him a dear friend and someone I can always lean on. His book shares a truly unique perspective from a career dedicated to making viewers feel closer to the action. It’s also a deeply personal and uplifting memoir that offers a rare combination of insight, humor, and powerful emotion. That Deserves a Wow deserves a read.” — Rick Hendrick, NASCAR Hall of Fame owner