Rykhoek speaks on basketball career, writing process
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Courtesy Photo Chad Rykhoek poses with Shaun Williams at the book signing event at Susan’s Books and Gifts on Oct. 12. Rykhoek stated he hopes his story is inspiring to young athletes.
Former college basketball player Chad Rykhoek was at Susan’s Books and Gifts in Aurora last week signing copies of his 2019 book “College Basketball: A Player’s Perspective” along with co-author, mother Teri (Lee) Crisco.
The mother-and-son duo were in the area visiting family, including owner Susan Williams, who is a cousin of Crisco. Rykhoek talked about the process of writing the book and the life covered in the 117 pages.
“Basically, a seven-footer plays basketball and has a dream,” Rykhoek said. “(He) faces a lot of obstacles and has to overcome by faith in God. Just a story of perseverance.”
Rykhoek comes from Fort Worth, Texas, where his seven-foot height made him an attractive proposition for basketball, from high school to Baylor University and then a year at the University of Memphis in Tennessee. He stated that he remember that time with fondness.
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