Eugene Napoleon is a study in contradiction. His childhood was not an easy one because he grew up in a tough neighborhood. Instead of being hardened and jaded, his experiences have taught him empathy and the value of giving back." -Lisa Fusco, General Manager, AND 1 Mix Tape Tour "Eugene has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to business and sports. I am glad that his story is out so that the rest of the world can see into the life of this wonderfully gifted person." -Ron Carpenter, Super Bowl Champion, St. Louis Rams Dream Real offers critical, insider knowledge for teens serious about making it to the professional sports level. The book also explores Napoleon's personal trials and tribulations as an African-American youngster from a single-parent home in one of the country's toughest projects. Determined not to become another statistic, Napoleon went on to play professional football, won Teacher of the Year honors, and is now one of the country's top sports agents, making multimillion-dollar deals for some of the world's best athletes.