USA Roller Sports is proud to have available Derek Parra’s newly published book, Reflections in the Ice for only $14.99.  Parra’s book is a touching biography and a perfect gift for the athlete on your list who is skating down the road to make their goals and dreams come true.  Contact the USA Roller Sports National Office at 402.483.7551 for more information or to acquire a copy.

Reflections in the Ice is a rare look inside the heart and mind of a man who had no business succeeding where he did.  From the Mexican barrio in Southern California, around the world, through the aisles of Home Depot to the top step of the Olympic podium, Derek Parra struggled for seventeen years to become the first Latino ever to bring home Winter Olympic Gold. Through Reflections in the Ice he delivers a collection of emotional, soul bearing life lessons on poverty and Olympic glory, tragic death and new born life.  It is a heart warming and inspiring story for everyone. 

Book Reviews:

“No moment was more inspiring at the Winter Olympics than Derek Parra winning the gold and blowing kisses to his beautiful wife.  His is an amazing story of hard work and perseverance overcoming every obstacle; of faith and love seeing one through.  And it’s not fiction – it’s his life.”    - Soledad O’Brien, CNNM

“From the roller rink to the Home Depot flooring aisle to gold and silver in Salt Lake City, Derek is a role model for anyone.  He’s living proof that hard work, commitment and positive attitude can take you wherever you want to go in life.”     - Bob Nardelli, Chairman, President & CEO, The Home Depot

“Watching Derek Parra at the 2002 Olympics gave all of America (and the world) an idea that he was about more than just skating.  If you needed proof, here it is!  A great read and load of gold medal lessons!”    -  Dan Jansen, 1994 Olympic Gold Medalist

“From a humble beginning we learn the ingredients that make Derek a real honest Olympic champion.”    - Eric Heiden, Five Time Olympic Gold Medalist