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At the age of three, he lost his hearing when he contracted a deadly fever. Rather than send him to special schools, his parents made sure Brad knew how to read lips and had him fitted with hearing aids.
He began playing sports and found that he had an interest in tennis. He went on to become one of the top junior players in his age division and received a scholarship at the University of Toledo as a walk on.
After college, he went on to become the USA’s number one deaf tennis player and won numerous World Deaf Championships.
Never Give Up is the inspiring true story about Brad Minns who, at age 3, became sick with an extremely high fever. The battle over sickness left him with a severe hearing impediment. With the love and support of his family, Never Give Up chronicles Brads life in which he overcomes adversity to win at tennis, bodybuilding, and life.
The inspiring true story about Brad Minns who overcame deafness to become a champion at tennis, bodybuilding, and life!
Down 2 sets to love and five games to zero in the third. Brad Minns’ journey to come from behind at the 1985 World Games for the Deaf in Los Angeles to win the gold medal is one of the most incredible sports comebacks in history!
Never Give Up is the inspiring true story about Brad Minns who, at age 3, became sick with an extremely high fever. The battle over sickness left him with a severe hearing impairment With the love and support of his family,

Brad exemplifies the spirit of the fitness lifestyle with his personal dedication and perseverance coupled with the belief that all individuals can overcome their challenges and reach their full potential.
If your company represents quality, integrity, professionalism, and service, let Brad bring your message out into the world. Brad has served as a spokesperson for the following companies:
- F.C.A Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- E.A.S. Experimental Applied Sciences- National Spokesperson
- Starkey Hearing Foundation National Spokesperson
- Nordic Flex- National Model
- Structure- National Model
Brad Minns is available for corporate appearances, speaking engagements, product endorsements and book signings.