Unthinkable

After losing both of his legs in a car accident at age 18, Scott Rigsby battled his way back from depression and addiction to achieve the unthinkable—become the first double-leg amputee ever to cross the finish line in the sporting world’s most grueling and prestigious competition, the Ironman Triathlon. Scott has since become an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of physically challenged and able-bodied athletes the world over.

Unthinkable documents Scott’s remarkable journey. From the scene of the devastating crash that claimed both of his legs, and his subsequent battle with depression and alcohol addiction, through his dawning realization that God has a greater plan for his life, readers will be inspired. From his decision to participate in the Ironman competition, to the moment he crossed the finish line, readers will engage with Scott’s unthinkable courage, determination and faith. Unthinkable releases simultaneously in both hardcover and softcover. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Scott Rigsby Foundation, a Georgia-based non-profit organization dedicated to inspire, inform, and enable physically challenged individuals with loss of limb or mobility to live an active lifestyle.

Pub. Date: October 2009

Recommended by Staff
"At age 18, Scott was in an accident that changed his life forever.  He lost his right leg and in the next 12 yrs had 26 surgeries - including the removal of his left leg.  He journeyed through 12 years of depression and substance abuse until discovering triathlons gave him purpose in life.  Despite the disapproval of his father, he began to compete in many smaller triathlons and in 2007 he became the first double amputee to complete the world famous Hawaiian Ironman at 39 years old.  How did he do it? It's beyond me!  It had to be God's grace because I was only reading the book and wanted to give up!  This is a great read for someone needing a huge dose of encouragement!"  - Marilyn