KEVIN’S CROSSOVER

JAMES P. THOMAS

AUTHOR

James Thomas was born and raised in New York City, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Growing up in Amsterdam Houses (a New York City Housing Authority [NYCHA]), he developed a fascination for the game of basketball.

His experience and passion for the sport allowed him to learn leadership, organizational, decision-making, and mental tenacity skills through competing on Amateur Athletic Union, High School, and College-level teams.

These very skills have also allowed him to successfully mentor youth and create a bridge to help those who have experienced or are currently experiencing the same challenges James faced as an adolescent.

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Hi Folks, I’m a Father of one Son and I’m always looking for good reads for him. Stuff that isn’t the cookie cutter type children’s story book. This delivers. It’s a good story that speaks to exactly what kids have been going through and exactly what my Son could possibly go through. Any of our wonderful children to be exact. The book comes off with a good tale that happens to be a true story and it’s needed in this day and age. After me and my Son finished the read, we had a discussion on how it made him feel and how he can apply some techniques to avoid certain situations that was in the story. That’s exactly what I needed this book to do. Guys, Kevin’s Crossover is a great book to have in the collection. Please pick you up a few. Great for gifts, friends, family and any child that just might be in this same position. Not to mention the price is so right. It’s really a win win. James, I appreciate your work and this wonderful work of art.

Paul M Cherry

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Kevin’s Crossover truly captures the essence of what it means to be a trendsetter, change agent, scholar, and pioneer in the 21st century. James, the author, not only talks the talk but also walks the walk, giving us an extraordinary opportunity to dive deep into his experiences, passions, and motivation. He is an outstanding role model and outlier for children to follow. My son was overjoyed to read Kevin’s Crossover—a breath of fresh air written by an author who looks like him and happens to be a phenomenal uncle in his life. The lessons on perseverance, growth mindset, and resilience resonated with him because the book is filled with adventure and affirmations that inspire all children to believe their dreams are possible.

Brian Stokes M.Ed

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Quartermine Lane School

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After reading this book and introducing it to my scholars, it has definitely made an impact and change on my students. This book strengthens self confidence and self worth and I am happy to see the change in our young black boys.

Dr. Travis Boyd

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The author captures the raw emotions of self-doubt, resilience, and triumph, making the protagonist’s transformation feel authentic and inspiring. The story not only touches on the power of sports but also beautifully highlights the importance of friendship, self-discovery, and perseverance. What I appreciate most is how the author, a talented storyteller, blends moments of hardship with hope, offering readers a narrative that both uplifts and resonates deeply. As a friend of Jamie, I’m proud to see how his writing continues to grow, and this book is a testament to his unique voice and ability to connect with readers of all ages. Great read!!

Johann Ortiz

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As a mom of a young daughter who loves sports, "Leave Bullying Off the Court" by James Thomas truly spoke to my heart. Youth sports are supposed to build confidence and teach teamwork, but sadly, bullying can sometimes creep in and ruin that experience. This book opened my eyes to how common this issue is and, more importantly, how we can help prevent it.

James Thomas does an amazing job breaking down how bullying happens in sports and how it impacts kids, both emotionally and physically. What I loved most is that he doesn’t just talk about the problem—he offers real, practical solutions for parents, coaches, and even the kids themselves. I finished the book feeling empowered and ready to support my daughter in a healthier, more positive sports environment.

This isn’t just for parents of kids who are struggling. It’s for any parent who wants their child to grow in confidence and character on and off the court. I highly recommend "Leave Bullying Off the Court" to every mom, dad, coach, and mentor. Let’s make sports a safe and uplifting place for all our kids!

S. Bowles

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FOLKS, I’M A FATHER OF ONE SON AND I’M ALWAYS LOOKING FOR GOOD READS FOR HIM. STUFF THAT ISN’T THE COOKIE CUTTER TYPE CHILDREN’S STORY BOOK. THIS DELIVERS. IT’S A GOOD STORY THAT SPEAKS TO EXACTLY WHAT KIDS HAVE BEEN GOING THROUGH AND EXACTLY WHAT MY SON COULD POSSIBLY GO THROUGH. ANY OF OUR WONDERFUL CHILDREN TO BE EXACT. THE BOOK COMES OFF WITH A GOOD TALE THAT HAPPENS TO BE A TRUE STORY AND IT’S NEEDED IN THIS DAY AND AGE. AFTER ME AND MY SON FINISHED THE READ, WE HAD A DISCUSSION ON HOW IT MADE HIM FEEL AND HOW HE CAN APPLY SOME TECHNIQUES TO AVOID CERTAIN SITUATIONS THAT WAS IN THE STORY. THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED THIS BOOK TO DO. GUYS, KEVIN’S CROSSOVER IS A GREAT BOOK TO HAVE IN THE COLLECTION. PLEASE PICK YOU UP A FEW. GREAT FOR GIFTS, FRIENDS, FAMILY AND ANY CHILD THAT JUST MIGHT BE IN THIS SAME POSITION. NOT TO MENTION THE PRICE IS SO RIGHT. IT’S REALLY A WIN WIN. JAMES, I APPRECIATE YOUR WORK AND THIS WONDERFUL WORK OF ART.