In Against All Odds, NFL agent, Certified Public Accountant, husband, and father Anthony Razzano delivers an inspiring tale of resilience and perseverance in the face of almost unimaginable hardship. Caught in a catastrophic fire when he was only twelve years old, the author defied the odds - and the grim prognoses offered by his doctors - to become the starting outside linebacker for the New Castle Red Hurricanes under legendary coach Lindy Lauro.
You’ll read about how the young Razzano endured months of grueling rehabilitation, 43 surgeries, 134 blood transfusions, and years of physical therapy only to emerge even stronger on the other side. The book offers: - The transformational narrative of the author’s almost unbelievable story of tragedy and endurance - A beacon of hope to the millions of children, parents, and athletes moving through their own journeys - Fuel for your own faith and spirit as you encounter and withstand life’s ordinary and extraordinary challenges
A singular and awe-inspiring exploration of one boy’s successful attempt to persevere through nearly unbearable burdens, Against All Odds is an inspirational and transformative story you won’t be able to put down.
Table of Contents
Foreword viiChapter 1 Happy Halloween 1
Chapter 2 On Fire! 11
Chapter 3 The ER 19
Chapter 4 Mobilizing 31
Chapter 5 The Scream Room 43
Chapter 6 All Saints Day 53
Chapter 7 The Third Day 65
Chapter 8 Friday the 13th 75
Chapter 9 The Roller Coaster 87
Chapter 10 Last Rites 97
Chapter 11 Dawn 107
Chapter 12 Merry Christmas 117
Chapter 13 Two Steps Back 129
Chapter 14 Home Sweet Home 141
Chapter 15 Ocean City 153
Chapter 16 It Takes a Village 163
Chapter 17 And His Hair Was Perfect 175
Chapter 18 Gridiron 187
Chapter 19 A Journey It Was 197
Chapter 20 Reflections 209
Chapter 21 Photo Gallery 221
About the Author 243
Acknowledgments 245
Index 251