Willkie Sprint
A Story of Friendship, Love and Winning the First Women's Little 500 Race

A Best Book of 2024 by PEZCycling Most Popular Book of 2024 at Reading Group ChoicesWillkie Sprint is a must-add to your...reading list.... a powerful story about perseverance, unbreakable bonds, and learning who you are.~Sheryl Sandberg, former COO, Facebook/MetaFormer professional cyclist Kerry Hellmuth recounts the groundbreaking collegiate bike race that started her career.~Outside Magazine OnlineTitle IX's impact on women's participation in sport is undeniable, and ... Kerry Hellmuth's terrific book adds to what we know.~Dionne Koller, Co-chair of the US Senate Commission on the US Olympics/ParalympicsHellmuth tells her story with light humour and an authentic voice...~Jackie Tyson, CyclingnewsThis entertaining and affectionately written book... "Willkie Sprint" is about young people finding their way in life, about friendships and family, and about team-building and accomplishment.~Leslie Reissner, Pez Cycling NewsHellmuth's inspiring account ...details her young team's journey to victory.~Adam Perry, Boulder WeeklyPrepare yourself for another irresistible underdog story.~Doug Moe, Madison MagazineThis lively memoir invites us along for the ride. ~Scott Russell Sanders, author of Small MarvelsAnytime a barrier is broken it is cause for celebration. Somewhere The Cutters are smiling.~John Roach, author of Way Out Here in the MiddleWillkie Sprint is a powerful coming-of-age memoir.~Dede Demet Barry, Olympic silver medalistLike most glorious triumphs, the work is in the details: months of dreary workouts made into fun with great teammates, miles of training, ...and the unknown lying ahead.~Andy Hampsten, winner of the Giro d'Italia bike raceI found myself cheering... loudly for Willkie Sprint.~Christian Vande Velde, NBC commentator and former World Tour cyclist[A] bike is a vehicle for self discovery and freedom. Hellmuth beautifully captures her journey...~Michael Barry, World Tour cyclist and author of Fitness Cycling