Against All Odds

In seventh grade, Anthony Razzano's life changed forever when he was caught in a catastrophic fire that covered over 87% of his body in third-degree burns. While his doctors told his parents he likely wouldn't survive the burns themselves, let alone the inevitable ensuing infections, he persevered through months of excruciating treatment, 43 more surgeries, 134 blood transfusions, and years of physical therapy. But Against All Odds isn't a comeback story. It is a story of a boy who almost lost his one and only chance to start the game of life. It's a story about faith and spirit that couldn't be broken that will resonate with everyone who has experienced life's ordinary and exceptional slings and arrows and emerged, scathed but standing, on the other side. Only a few years after the fire, Razzano went on to become the starting outside linebacker for the New Castle Red Hurricanes, playing under the watchful eye of legendary coach Lindy Lauro. He refused to accept the odds and supposed limitations imposed by his injuries, deciding instead to live his dream of playing competitive football. An inspiring and energizing tale of an ordinary boy overcoming unimaginable hardship, Against All Odds gives voice to the millions of children and child athletes recovering from injuries and yearning for the day they can get back on the field, rink, pitch, court, or diamond. The author's story of success and grit shows all of us what it means to adapt, keep faith in themselves and those around them, and thrive.