"Steroids: True Stories Hosted by Curt Schilling gives testimony to the many reasons young people should say 'no' to anabolic steroids and follow the example of those who achieve their goals through hard work and determination. The booklet Words Can Work: When Talking About Steroids offers a wealth of information. Young people who read this useful guide will be better equipped to avoid the use steroids."
--Rocky Hager, Head Football Coach, Northeastern University

Dear Colleague,

We all understand the importance of talking with our young athletes about the physical and emotional harm caused by anabolic steroid use.

If you're a head coach show everybody in your program - from Varsity to JV to the freshmen team - this new DVD Steroids: True Stories Hosted by Curt Schilling and the Words Can Work booklet produced by Blake Works.

If you have assistant coaches, watch the DVD together and talk about how to discuss steroids with your athletes. Ask yourselves, "Is there anyone in our program that we suspect is using steroids? Has their appearance changed that much? Are we hearing rumors?" If we're not willing to have the conversation, we're not going to fix the problem.

Steroids: True Stories Hosted by Curt Schilling DVD (20-minutes) 2004 World Champion Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling tells how Craig lifted weights and abused anabolic steroids. Craig and his parents talk about their five-year "nightmare". His sister urges others to seek help for someone who may be using steroids. Nate, an accomplished athlete, describes how he stays strong naturally. Dr. Roberto Olivardia, Harvard Medical School, answers frequently asked questions about anabolic steroids.

Words Can Work: When Talking About Steroids by Jeanne Blake (52 pp) This useful guide underscores the messages in the DVD and will inspire further discussion about steroids. Young people tell their true stories of using anabolic steroids and regretting it, while others describe how they avoid steroids and achieve their goals through hard work. Experts offer strategies and the words to help young people, their peers, and families talk about these topics.

Quantity discounts are available. Call Blake Works: 978.282.1663 or email [email protected]. Use purchase order or order online. When you order with the code SIS-465 by September 15, 2006 you'll be supporting the work of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society.

Craig, featured in the DVD, is available to speak with your athletes about the many reasons to avoid anabolic steroids. For scheduling and fees email [email protected].

At wordscanwork.com you’ll also find DVDs and Words Can Work booklets about underage drinking, drugs, and the many other challenges facing young people as they grow up.

Best regards,

Peter Roby, Director
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society at Northeastern University