Connected teams overcome incredible obstacles to reach their potential. Creating an environment where a team can thrive is the key to finding the ultimate success. Leavell's inspiration through two athletes who wore the number 8 helped to create this story that highlights what is truly important in building lasting connections. She follows her story up with real life application in the 8 principles of connection and includes activities for each that will help the reader bring their own team to the ultimate connection and headed towards their vision of greatness. It's a fable, a toolkit, and an inspiring look at what's really important for teams in sports, business, or any kind of organization where people need to work together. Leavell introduce's the idea of Ubuntu in team building and how the ubuntu mindset can be used to drive teams together.