Tigerbelle
The Wyomia Tyus Story
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September 15, 2018
Nestled modestly between Wilma Rudolph's track and field triumphs as an African American woman in the 1960 Olympics and Title IX (1972), Tyus's remarkable story, told here in her own words with coauthor Terzakis (English, creative writing, Cañada Coll., CA), has all but faded into obscurity. Her record-breaking gold medal performances at the 1964 and 1968 Olympics came despite two major obstacles: her race and her gender. Tyus grew up on a Georgia dairy farm with no indoor plumbing and no shortage of chores but plenty of space to play and a supportive family. Tragedy struck twice when she was a child, and she found solace on the running track. Under the guidance of a mentoring coach, Tyus became one of the close-knit Tigerbelles, proudly representing Tennessee State University and eventually the United States in consecutive Olympics. Her life afterward and her continued efforts toward equality for African Americans and women are presented in a warm, conversational style. VERDICT This timely and important autobiography reintroduces a pioneer whose values and personal strength transcend her extraordinary athletic achievements, reestablishing her place in history, both on and off the track.--Janet Davis, Darien P.L., CT
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Starred review from August 1, 2018
Wyomia Tyus may not be as well known as Wilma Rudolph or Billie Jean King, but her athletic accomplishments and life story are equally captivating, as related in this remarkable and inspiring memoir. We learn that Wyomia, born in 1945 and raised on a dairy farm in Griffin, Georgia, was surrounded by a nurturing family until a fire destroyed the family home, with Wyomia's beloved father dying shortly thereafter. A gifted sprinter by age 15, Wyomia was discovered and recruited by legendary Tennessee State Tigerbelle track coach Ed Temple. Under his guidance, her life was changed forever, both on and off the track. Not only did she become the first person to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals in the 100 meters (1964 and 1968), but she also went on to become a television commentator and founding member of the Women's Sports Foundation. Noteworthy, too, is her unique perspective, as an athlete and woman, on the Olympic Project for Human Rights (OPHR) protest by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. She wore black shorts to her podium presentation and told the media she was dedicating her gold medal to Smith and Carlos. Her strong relationship with Coach Temple, who served as a mentor and father figure, is powerfully portrayed throughout. This deeply moving book by one of our greatest athletes makes indelible statements about integrity, growing up black in the South, social activism, gender equality, and inclusion.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2018, American Library Association.)
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