1. The Midas Touch

2. John Calipari

3. “It’s been an eventful day today with Coach Cal launching his own clothing line. I must say, I never anticipated a basketball coach has the juice to pull that off with any measure of success but John Calipari’s middle name is “Midas” isn’t it? I mean let’s think about it. He has raised money from everything to victims of the Tsunami in Haiti to the tornado stricken West Liberty families. And to beat that, the clothing line doesn’t stink.” He has had the Midas touch in recruiting since he arrived in Lexington 13 months ago, putting together what will likely be the No. 1 class in the country for the second consecutive spring.

4. Oprah Winfrey

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6. 1. Think back to what you know about theme. As you read think about the theme, and be ready to discuss it. What is the theme of the story and how do you know. 2. How does the story of King Midas help you understand the quotes from the Power Point? Why might someone describe John Calipari and Oprah Winfrey as having the “Midas Touch.”