ABOUT THE AUTHOR - Bruce Scifres is the head football coach at Roncalli High School in Indianapolis, Indiana. From 1993 to 2004, Scifres led his team to six State Championships, including three consecutive 4A state titles in 2002, 2003 and 2004. With their 2004 championship, Roncalli became Indiana's first 8-time football state champion.

"For years Bruce Scifres has made a name for himself as a superior motivator, a great leader, a cunning strategist, and an outstanding teacher. Now he is stepping into a new realm and after reading this book I will have to add one more item to the above list of superlativesa spellbinding author.

It contains a little bit of everything. There are tales of heroism, tales of torment and heartbreak, and tales of the fruit that is harvested when everyday people do their job day in and day out to the best of their ability. This book is crafted around the subject of football but it is so much more than that. The insights and lessons learned about life, learning, loyalty and love make this inspiring book one for all ages to read and enjoy."

JOE HOLLOWELL - President of Roncalli High School and father of formerRoncalli players; John ('96), Matt ('98), Tony ('99), Dan ('01), Aaron ('04)

From a record-breaking running back at Butler University in Indianapolis, to arecord-setting high school football coach, Bruce has found what lies Beyond theGoal Line is what matters most in life. He has dedicated his career towardsleading the young men he coaches through the difficult journey to manhood.

This inspiring book is a "must read" for those interested in the life lessons learned through athletic participation as Coach Scifres masterfully shares real life stories about faith, hope and love to demonstrate how these lessons can be converted into a happier and more fulfilling life. Ultimately, this book is about much more than the game of football, it is primarily about the game of life.