“Duprey's delightful memoir is a nostalgic look into small town sports. Her honest, engaging, and often humorous voice takes the reader on a moving, exuberant, light-hearted adolescent journey. Anyone who recalls and cherishes “small town” life, athletics, love, and friendship should greatly enjoy this book!”

— Alan K Simpson, US Senator, WYO (Retired) 1979 - 1997

“The detailed play-by-play action sent me back in time to my days as Jamie’s coach. The vivid descriptions of the basketball games brought back butterflies, nerves, frustration, intensity, laughter, and triumph. Jamie Duprey depicted a powerful story focused on her love of basketball, her team, and her community. This story will describe to young athletes the importance of work ethic, grit, and teamwork. The pride of small town sports and small town living resonates in this amazing story.”

— Linda VanDyke, Coach, Entrepreneur, Fitness Instructor

“This book is such a great read. It brings back lots of great memories that I had forgotten about. Jamie tells a real story of the teamwork, identity, character building, and life experiences shared by thousands of young athletes who have grown up in small town America like Chester.” 

— Casey Fitzsimmons, Rancher, Former NFL Player

“This story will resonate with anyone who played a sport, especially those of us fortunate enough to grow up in a small community. I found myself smiling, nodding and even cringing as I recalled similar experiences to those artfully described in the book. Thank you, Jamie Duprey, for highlighting the beauty and value of sports, friendships and life lessons in the context of small-town Montana.”

— Greta Koss, Coach, Former WNBA Player

“Jamie Duprey paints an inspiring picture of small town pride and commitment toward an ultimate goal of winning a state championship. Whether you grew up in a small town or not, Duprey’s memoir will give you an understanding of what sports means to tight-knit communities and the positive effects they have on them. Her story reminds us that lifelong relationships along the journey is the ultimate prize!”

— Mick Durham, college basketball coach, MSU-Billings

“Small town basketball breeds small town character. Especially in remote and cold places like the Montana “Hi Line,” there is no other sport that allows kids to bond as a team, mature as adolescents, compete on a high level, and move on as mature adult leaders. Jamie Duprey’s heart-warming story of life, grief, and victory reminds us all of the treasure of youth sports.”

— Sherry Winn, Two-Time Olympian, CEO/Founder of www.TheWinningLeadershipCompany.com 

"Nothing beats small town America. A fabulous collection of fun, inspiring, and action packed stories, Jamie brings to life a dream that was kindled in her heart since the third grade. She truly shows that you can become your own champion and achieve your dreams on your own terms."       

— Duane Martinz, Author of “Becoming Your Own Champion,” Influencer

“I felt transported back to a time where emotions ran high, life seemed daunting and marvelous all at once, and the biggest concern was what to wear! I laughed, I cried, and I laughed some more. This story offers a glimpse into the quintessential small town teenage experience. I knew Jamie was a remarkable person when I met her at four years old, and now she has proven to be a remarkable writer as well.” 

— Emily Repnak, Former Chester Coyote, Wife, Mother, Teacher

“Jamie’s great storytelling brought back very special memories of growing up in small-town Montana as a coach’s son. All the familiar names and places put a smile on my face. Jamie does an unbelievable job helping us realize how many life lessons we learn from high school athletics, and how much pride and energy sports bring to these communities. Great job, Jamie! I really enjoyed and appreciate this memoir and know others will, too!” 

— Tim Hauck, Former NFL player, NFL coach

“In the great tradition of diaries translated to books, Jamie Duprey’s “The Yellow Sports Bra” is not only a vicarious thrill for those in love with small-town basketball and small-town life, but also a deep reminder of what these fast-disappearing cultures have to offer the world at large: a sense of community, faith, courage, interdependence, and strength in numbers. You will love it as I did.”

— Phil Aaberg, Grammy Nominee, Composer of the score for “Class C: The Only Game in Town,” and former Chester Coyote basketball forward

“THE GREEN-CLAD KICKER is a wonderful extension of Jamie’s first book, THE YELLOW SPORTS BRA, as she continues her journey to college wrought with the trials, tribulations, celebrations, and excitement. Humor is prevalent throughout, and Jamie has an innate ability to capture the nostalgia of everyday routine as it threads through the memories of life. Reading THE GREEN-CLAD KICKER felt like curling up to a good old early 2000 rom-com movie with some hilarious, some sensitive and sincere, and all the real-life of a small-town girl from Montana taking her next steps into this big world.”

— Vanessa Bucklin, author of THE PENULTIMATE STEP

“Jamie Graham Duprey’s sequel to THE YELLOW SPORTS BRA does not disappoint! THE GREEN-CLAD KICKER continues in memoir-style writing and takes one on a journey of the transformational transition from adolescence through early adulthood. Jamie is masterful at transporting the reader back to their own coming-of-age story, and I could hear Jamie’s infectious laugh throughout. Jamie’s story about finding lifelong friends, navigating being on your own for the first time, and discovering the love of your life is a story for everyone.”

— Brian Henderson, former Rocky Mountain College head women’s basketball coach

“THE GREEN-CLAD KICKER is an honest, gripping, hilarious, and sweet story of Jamie’s college years. It is relatable and helpful to those currently experiencing life in college, and it will make other readers smile as they reminisce about their own memories from ‘back in the day.’”

— Whitney Edwards, forward at Dickinson State University

“Jamie paints an amazing picture of what it takes to be a successful student-athlete, while being an amazing influence on people who have crossed paths with her. Being a friend, studying for tests, going to practice, attending church, and being a positive influence through all of life’s challenges. This book is very genuine, well-written, and inspiring. Jamie’s positive attitude, her love for people, and her witty sense of humor make this a very enjoyable read. Thank you, Jamie, for sharing your secrets on how to be a great human being!

— Jake Stuart, NAIA All-American (2004), RMC Hall of Fame (2019)

“THE GREEN-CLAD KICKER is a delightful, heartfelt book about leaving the familiarity and comfort of home, overcoming obstacles, navigating life as a young adult, and finding new friendships and love. Jamie takes us from her small and beloved hometown of Chester, Montana, to Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana, where she experiences the highs and lows of being a college student-athlete. Her character, sense of humor, and heart shines throughout this entire book. You will laugh, cry, and find yourself once again rooting for Jamie.”

— Kelley (Edwards) Rice, Youth Aware of Mental Health Program Director, Montana State University