Willie Green is an unlikely success story. Raised in the Pauldoe Projects in Athens, Georgia in the 1960's and 70's he was surrounded by racism, poverty, and struggled with a severe learning disability. But he was able to overcome his circumstances to get drafted to the NFL. Pro Status: From a Small Town to the Big Leagues is a record of Willie Green's life from childhood to becoming a professional athlete, businessman, and civic leader. Whether it's facing intense racism, closing million dollar deals, opening a sports arena, or navigating political barriers-Green has stood firm by applying the foundational principles he learned as a young man. This book is based on real stories and experiences of Green's distinguished life, including being raised by a strong and influential mother who was a community leader and a proud hardworking father who never learned to read. Each chapter documents a specific time in history that invites the reader into his world to engage with the story and glean lessons that are designed to encourage and empower. With a graceful and unapologetic tone, Willie provides the information, motivation, and spirit required for anyone to go from playing small to living big!
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