Rise Above the Rim: Lessons from My Life's Journey

“Going through a rough time in life has one great advantage; it teaches you how much your brother, who shares your childhood memories and grown-up dreams… has your back.”

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Dr. Robert Worthington

Dr. Robert Worthington resides in Columbia, Maryland, with his family. His passion for basketball has been perpetual over the past thirty years as a player and coach at both the college and professional levels.

He is also the founder and president of Hoop Drills for Skills Basketball Camps, LLC. (HDFS), a youth basketball training and skill development organization that has conducted youth camps and clinics with several current and former NBA players and numerous current and former college basketball players and coaches.

The HDFS organization also hosted several military base youth camps. It partnered with the nonprofit organization Howard County Youth Program (HCYP) to manage a boys’ and girls’ middle school basketball league.

Dr. Worthington is a graduate of Walden University’s Consulting Capstone program, a highly competitive course of study designed to build a solid foundation and understanding of the consulting industry. As a requirement for completing the Consulting Capstone program, Dr. Worthington researched a specific business (healthcare) problem and submitted an approved doctoral study (dissertation) in addition to participating in two oral defenses of his research work in satisfying all Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accreditation to earn the Doctor in Business Administration (DBA) degree.

His other degrees include a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus in aviation from Lynn University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Professional Aeronautics from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Dr. Worthington’s professional background includes more than twenty-five years of aviation experience, including stints of duty with the Federal Aviation Administration National Air Traffic Control Center, and 10-plus years of military service as a member of the United States Air Force and been afforded numerous opportunities to work at some of the most exciting job locations in the world, including the Pentagon in Washington, DC; Kennedy Space Center Cape Canaveral, FL (home to the US Space Program and the Space Shuttle); and the National Air Traffic Control Center located at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Oklahoma City, OK.

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What Readers Are Saying

“A true underdog story, with an unexpected twist regarding what truly matters in life.”
Remi Adelekeis the author of the acclaimed memoir Transformed. He was born in western Africa. Following his father's death, his mother, brother, and he relocated permanently to the Bronx in New York City. After years of making regrettable decisions, Remi joined the Navy in 2002 and later became a Navy SEAL...
"Thank you, coach, for the basketball training and advice you gave me during our one-on-one sessions and the support you've shown me throughout my basketball journey into the NBA... I look forward to reading your memoir, In My Brother's Shadow."
Cameron WhitmoreAn American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
“This impressive debut, 'In My Brother's Shadow, weaves a vivid and tragic story about a poor decision having life-altering consequences; Dr. Worthington's real-life examples provide tremendous life lessons in human nature and the importance of character, courage, and commitment in your daily lives to achieving goals.”
Roy Jones Jr.Hall of Fame Professional Boxer, multiple world championships in four weight classes, including titles at middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight
“I recommend diving into Dr. Rob Worthington's memoir "In My Brother's Shadow"! As we all make mistakes growing up, not everyone can overcome them. Dr. Worthington takes us on a real-life journey from adolescence to adulthood as he teaches us how to achieve any goal you set out to achieve!!”
Brian RowsomA 1987 second-round NBA draft pick out of UNC-Wilmington, who played three seasons with the Indiana Pacers and Charlotte Hornets before continuing his career internationally with teams in Israel, Japan, and England. After retiring, he coached in the Ontario Pro Basketball Association and the American Basketball Association and was named ABA Coach of the Year in 2005. He is a 2009 Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame inductee.
“In My Brother's Shadow is the book you would expect from Dr. Robert Worthington: Bold and exciting.  Robert's book captures the idea that you can live any area of your life based on courage, love, and kindness instead of fear.”
Clifford D. Garvey JrM.Ed., Prison Ministry Chaplain
“Regarding basketball, especially in the DMV, Dr. Robert Worthington is one of the GOATs for championing youth basketball. The youth basketball pipeline he has built throughout Columbia, Md., and Howard County continues to showcase talented student-athletes in the classroom and on the court.”
Kelsey Nicole NelsonA multi award-winning journalist and radio personality who has covered some of the top sporting events on local, state and national level.

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