1O1 Best of Tunney Side of Sports Columns

I have been privileged to know Jim for more than 30 years. He is a legendary football official, and I have always admired and respected his special ability as a teacher. When he writes about integrity, character, and personal responsibility, you can trust his words. Time spent reading this book is time well spent.


Roger Goodell

NFL Commissioner


Although Jim Tunney may have spent his career looking for the worst in men, this book proves he much prefers looking for the best in them.


Rick Reilly

ESPN Columnist and Essayist


I have known Jim for over 40 years both on and off the fi eld. As an NFL coach, I trusted him as a referee to be honest and fair. Off the fi eld I know him as a speaker, as an author, and, mostly, as a friend. He “walks his talk.” You’ll enjoy this book.


Don Shula

Pro Football Hall of Fame Coach (1997)

347 NFL wins (most in NFL history)


Being on the fi eld with Jim I respected his ability as a referee, but more than that I learned to appreciate his character and integrity. You will read in this book how sincere he is in wanting to help others.


Steve Young

Pro Football Hall of Fame Quarterback (2005)

Played 14 seasons, named Super Bowl XXIX MVP


When Jim wrote It’s the Will, Not the Skill extolling my background as well as my principles and philosophies of success, I came to appreciate the value of his writings. Not only will you enjoy this book, you will learn from Jim’s wisdom.


Herm Edwards

ESPN Analyst

Former NFL Player and Head Coach


Jim’s observations on the fi eld were crystal clear. It stands to reason that his observations of life would be the same. You’ll enjoy this book!


Chris “Boomer” Berman

ESPN Commentator

Considered the face of ESPN since 1979