Chandra Magwood

On to Victory!: the Winning Edge: Determination Discipline Dedication Chandra Magwood

This book tells about the life of Raven Magwood seen through Raven''s eyes. Raven Magwood, an eleven year old eighth grader has maintained an overall grade average of 100 despite pacticing gymnastics for four hours a day. In gymnastics, she is in level ten, the highest level in team competition. She made the 2001 and 2002 TOPs (Talent Opportunity Program) National Teams. She also was named the 2004 USAIGC National Gymnastics Champion. The Greenville County Council recognized Raven for her dedication to academics and her skills in gymnastics and proclaimed Wednesday, January 7, 2004 as Raven Magwood Day in Greenville, SC. The House of Representatives also recognized her for her outstanding achievements. This book tells about her triumphs as well as her obstacles and difficulties and explains how she was able to overcome them with her faith in God and the "3D''s". The "3D''s" are dedication, determination, and discipline. It uses an easy, well-organized format that engulfs you quickly and completely. Before you know it, you have laughed, cried, and even gained some valuable insight along the way. This book is for anyone who dares to dream, dares to hope, and dares to strive on to victory!