The Comeback: My Journey through Heaven and Hell

Product Description

Dave Scatchard has always been the underdog, but his drive to overcome obstacles meant none of that mattered. That’s how his childhood dream of becoming an NHL hockey player came true at twenty-one, followed by marrying the love of his life and starting a beautiful family. For everything that came his way, he always knew he could work hard, fight through the pain, and prove himself. Everything, that is, until a fifth concussion gave him a taste of death and changed the way he looked at life forever.It took losing it all—his career, his abilities, and very nearly his life—to finally find it all. Dave’s journey through the best and worst of his career to the highs and lows of spiritual and physical healing point to a universal journey we all must take. Just like Dave’s life, The Comeback is about far more than hockey. It’s about how we come back to ourselves to find true freedom, weightless abandon, and a pure childlike joy.

Review

“Anyone that has been around Dave knows that he looks at life a little differently than most. This book gives us some insight as to why. It has been a long time since anyone shared an emotional roller-coaster ride with such vulnerability. If you’ve ever struggled with hardships of a dream…read this book.”

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Chad Kroeger
, Nickelback

“When I read this book, it gave me goosebumps because I can relate to a lot of what Dave talks about in the book! I’ve lived through some of the same things and gone through similar struggles at times, but the game of hockey is too good to ever want to stop. I am excited for everyone else to get their hands on this awesome read.”

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Clark Gillies
, Hockey Hall of Fame 2002

“God knew exactly what I needed to get through one of the darkest seasons in my life, and it was the gift of Dave Scatchard. Dave’s amazing light brought clarity, healing, and vision to set me on a path to break free from my old mindset and set out on the path of being a champion in my life. I’m forever grateful.”

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Subyn Novelle

“As a kid, hockey player, and adult, Dave has held a secret to success. He’s a doer, directed by a strong moral compass and fueled by a positive-action attitude. It is an attitude that seeks self-improvement. It has taken him to the heights of success and, most importantly, continues to guide him through life’s obstacles. It is an attitude that is contagious and inspiring.”

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Jason Potter

“I have known Dave Scatchard now for almost two decades. I still have yet to see Dave have a negative attitude toward anything in his life. Now, I’m sure he has his days and his problems like everyone else, but he has an amazing ability to put the positive spin up front and personal for all to see. Always being willing to help a friend or a stranger is one of his best qualities. Laughter comes easy to him—whether saying something funny or being the first and loudest laugh at another’s attempt to be funny. 

“A glass half full doesn’t represent Dave one bit. The glass is overflowing! It takes a strong person to deal with and aid other people’s problems, issues, or emotions, but Dave leaps at the opportunity. Not for his financial benefit but for the personal satisfaction to know he’s made an impact in another life! They broke the mold when they made Dave. The world, especially now, needs more people like him! The ability to reinvent himself the way he has is not easy for an ex-professional athlete, but Dave has done it multiple times. This quality to never accept failure or be denied in life again is a God-given gift. I trust my life and my secrets with him and know that they are both safe forever. He’s a guy I know I will call my friend as long as I’m walking aboveground.” 

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Jeremy Roenick
, nine-time NHL All-Star and two-time Olympian

“Dave and I met as twenty-year-old rookies in the NHL and became roommates and best friends for two years. Dave was, from day one, somebody you wanted to be around, as he always had great energy and a positive att