As a teacher and a coach, Matthew "Dezy" DiStefano was always passionate about helping kids reach beyond their potential. That's why, when he got sick, it was natural for him to use his own story as a way inspire others to live the DezyStrong way - strong body, strong mind.
Dezy committed himself to help inspire youth by giving talks at high schools and organizations such as the Sachem East Varsity Football team, SUSA Athletics, Hofstra University, University of North Carolina (UNC), and Duke University. But there was one other group that he wanted to be able to reach and help learn what it means to be DezyStrong, especially if they should ever become sick, and that was young children. |
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A personal friend of Dezy's, World Series Champion Coach Dana Cavalea (author of "Habits of a Champion"), approached Dezy about collaborating on a book for his childrens' book series, "Champion Kids". Dezy was "all in" from the start and worked with Coach Dana to detail the DezyStrong concepts of having a strong mind and strong body, as well as the meaning of the "We Get To" approach to life - and thus "Disco Dezy Inspires the World" was born.
Coach Dana Cavalea translated Dezy's approach to life in a way that young kids can understand. Its' a beautiful story about the power of being strong and positive, even if you're not feeling well, and the effect it can have on you as well as others. A passion project of Dezy's is a must have for all kids. |
Coach Dana Cavalea believes in Dezy's message and has graciously agreed to donate a portion of sales of "Disco Dezy Inspires the World" to the DezyStrong Foundation.
A portion of every book sold will be donated back, so you can feel good knowing that not only are you getting an outstanding childrens' book, but you're also supporting a great cause. |