Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 160
Trim: 6 x 8¾
978-1-5381-1703-3 • Hardback • July 2019 • $40.00 • (£30.00)
978-1-5381-1704-0 • eBook • July 2019 • $38.00 • (£30.00)
Dan D'Addona is a writer and editor for Swimming WorldMagazine. He has covered swimming at all levels since 2003, including the NCAA championships, USA nationals, Duel in the Pool, and Olympic trials. D’Addona has won awards for sports journalism from The Associated Press and Michigan Press Association. He is also is the sports editor at The Holland Sentinel in Holland, Michigan, where he lives with his wife Corene and daughters Lena and Mara.
Kaitlin Sandeno Hogan is an American former competitive swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and former world record-holder. She is the national spokesperson of the Jessie Rees Foundation, a motivational speaker, coach, sports commentator, emcee, host for world-class sporting events, and general manager of the DC Trident. She lives in Orange County, California, with her husband Peter.
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1: Monumental Meeting
2: California Girl
3: A Kid Down Under
4: World Stage
5: Trojan Life
6: NCAA Titles
7: Road to Athens
8: Golden in Greece
9: Training for the Trio
10: Plenty on Deck
About the Authors
. . . empowering and inspirational. [Golden Glow] tells the story of a woman who was able to delve beyond the ordinary and redefine the sport of swimming. It is raw and an honest account that will resonate well with young and aspiring swimmers, especially female swimmers, as Sandeno is a positive role model for them as an athlete and as a human being. The book is highly recommended for readers of all ages.
— Digital Journal
Kaitlin's great new book demonstrates the dedication and "never give up" attitude of a two-time Olympian and real champion. Following her decorated swimming career, she continues that message working with the Jessie Rees Foundation and supporting children with cancer. This book details Kaitlin's inspiring journey and reflects the positive work Kaitlin has done both inside and outside the pool.
— Katie Ledecky, five-time Olympic gold medalist and fourteen-time world record breaker
From the early days to the triumphs and challenges of an illustrious career, Golden Glow gives the reader insight into the mindset of an Olympic champion. This story shows how Kaitlin has not only parleyed her Olympic success into a successful career outside the pool but how she has used that Olympic platform to help countless others through her work as national spokesperson for the Jessie Rees Foundation.
— Natalie Coughlin, three-time Olympic swimmer and twelve-time Olympic medalist
Kaitlin’s infectious personality has always made her special but her story and how she’s grown as an athlete, woman, and philanthropist is truly special. Golden Glow shares her story and is a great read for other young athletes to learn from.
— Missy Franklin, 2012 and 2016 Olympic swimmer, five-time Olympic gold medalist, and world record-holder
You will enjoy reading more about this beautiful swimmer who you probably fell in love with while watching her win Olympic medals. But what you will appreciate more is getting to know who she is out of the pool and the incredibly positive impact she has on everyone she meets. You will feel it through the pages.
— Summer Sanders, Olympic gold medalist and sports commentator