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Rising Above: How 11 Athletes Overcame Challenges in Their Youth to Become Stars
Discover the inspirational real-life stories of superstar athletes like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Tim Howard, and more! "Packs a powerful message—perseverance and passion pay off. Even non-sports fans will cheer for superstars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry.”--Scholastic TeacherTeam USA goalkeeper Tim Howard was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome in 6th grade. He went on to become a national treasure after single-handedly keeping America competitive in the 2014 World Cup. Stephen Curry was told he was too small, too weak, and too slow to even receive a scholarship to play college ba... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0147515688
- ASIN: 0147515688
- ISBN: 0147515688
- Manufacturer: Puffin Books
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The Everything Kids' Basketball Book: The all-time greats, legendary teams, today's superstars_and tips on playing like a pro (3)
Learn all about basketball and how to become a better player in this entertaining and educational book full of fun puzzles and activities!The Everything Kids’ Basketball Book teaches kids everything they need to know about basketball. With thirty puzzles and activities, they’ll learn the rules of the game, the history of the sport, and everything about their favorite players. Featuring up-to-date statistics and records of NBA, WNBA, NCAA, and Olympic basketball, this guide highlights the importance of teamwork and how kids can stay active and healthy. The Everything Kids’ Basketball Boo... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1507204809
- ASIN: 1507204809
- ISBN: 1507204809
- Brand: Everything
- Manufacturer: Everything
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G.O.A.T. - LeBron James: Making the Case for Greatest of All Time
Who is the greatest basketball player of all time?Thisstunning book, filled to the brim with color photographs and information, makes the case that it’s KING JAMES! G.O.A.T. is an acronym that stands for Greatest Of All Time—and it takes lifelong dedication, nonstop hard work, and undeniable, unbelievable talent even to be considered for that honor. And if you asked five basketball lovers, "Who is the greatest player of all time?" you might get five different answers. But this fun book, written just for young fans, makes the case for current NBA superstar LeBron James. It backs up that ... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1454930985
- ASIN: 1454930985
- ISBN: 1454930985
- Manufacturer: Sterling Children's Books
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Rising Above the Madness: Profiles of the Greatest NCAA Basketball Coaches of All Time
THE MEN WHO MADE MARCHFrom its humble beginnings in 1895 to its modern-day dominance over American culture for the entire month of March, college basketball is often called madness and is well-deserving of the title. Most NCAA basketball coaches fail; however, the special few profiled in this book didn’t just succeed where others failed, they influenced the game; changed it; and altered its very course. The ten men featured in this anthology went about coaching differently, each bringing their own approach and mindset to the hardwood, and their success is unprecedented:John Wooden (UCLA) Bob... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1612438938
- ASIN: 1612438938
- ISBN: 1612438938
- Manufacturer: Ulysses Press
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Thinking Basketball
Are top scorers really the most valuable players? Are games decided in the final few minutes? Does the team with the best player usually win? Thinking Basketball challenges a number of common beliefs about the game by taking a deep dive into the patterns and history of the NBA. Explore how certain myths arose while using our own cognition as a window into the game's popular narratives. New basketball concepts are introduced, such as power plays, portability and why the best player shouldn't always shoot. Discover how the box score can be misleading, why "closers" are overrated and how the outc... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1532968175
- ASIN: 1532968175
- ISBN: 1532968175
- Manufacturer: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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The Stupidest Sports Book of All Time: Hilarious Blunders, Bloopers, Oddities, Quotes, and More from the World of Sports
The thrill of victory! The agony of a tight jockstrap! It’s a celebration of true sports lunacy from the renowned connoisseurs of stupidity, Kathryn and Ross Petras, authors of the beloved 365 Stupidest Things Ever Said calendar. Here from the wide world of professional and amateur sports are the worst plays, most embarrassing achievements, surliest fans, lamest excuses, and wackiest mascot tricks. Plus history-making blowouts: Georgia Tech trounces Cumberland College 222–0. Freakiest injuries: Pitcher Joel Zamaya plays so much Guitar Hero he goes on the DL with tendonitis. Improbable memo... [Read More]
- ASIN: 076118998X
- ASIN: 076118998X
- ISBN: 076118998X
- Brand: Workman Publishing Company
- Manufacturer: Workman Publishing Company
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Every Hand Revealed
What If You Were Able To Get Right Inside The Mind Of World-Famous Poker Pro Gus Hansen-- And Learn His Winning Secrets? Now You Can. One of professional poker's most intriguing and fascinating players, Gus Hansen has often been called "The Madman" for his crazy, fearless, aggressive style. But you can't dispute the fact that this poker superstar knows how to win--and win big. The holder of the inaugural Poker Superstars Invitational title as well as the only player to win three World Poker Tour tournaments, Gus won his fifth major international title when he became the 2007 Aussie Millions ... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0818407271
- UPC: 052550015959
- ASIN: 0818407271
- ISBN: 0818407271
- Brand: Citadel Press
- Manufacturer: Citadel
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Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team
“Sheinkin has made a career of finding extraordinary stories in American history.” ―The New York Times Book ReviewUndefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team is an astonishing underdog sports story―and more. It’s an unflinching look at the U.S. government’s violent persecution of Native Americans and the school that was designed to erase Indian cultures. Expertly told by three-time National Book Award finalist Steve Sheinkin, it’s the story of a group of young men who came together at that school, the overwhelming obstacles they faced both on and off the f... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1596439548
- ASIN: 1596439548
- ISBN: 1596439548
- Brand: Roaring Brook Press
- Manufacturer: Roaring Brook Press
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Who's Better, Who's Best in Basketball?: Mr Stats Sets the Record Straight on the Top 50 NBA Players of All Time
ABC's and ESPN's "Mr. Stats" ranks the NBA's greatest players of all time in this provocative and comprehensive book "Elliot Kalb's work is beyond excellent. He thinks in story lines and uses numbers and history to make compelling and often original points." --Bob Costas "...a book that any hardcore basketball fan can savor." -- San Francisco Chronicle When the NBA released its supposedly authoritative list of the top 50 players, basketball fans everywhere begged to differ. In Who's Better, Who's Best? Elliot Kalb, known to TV viewers as ABC's "Mr. Stats," enters the fray. The ultimate NBA his... [Read More]
- ASIN: 0071417885
- UPC: 884288639011
- ASIN: 0071417885
- ISBN: 0071417885
- Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Education
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My Shot: Balancing It All and Standing Tall
“Elena is one of the brightest stars in our game today and an iconic role model.” —Lisa M. Borders, WNBA President “Inspiring in many ways.” —Kirkus Reviews Elena Delle Donne, 2015 WNBA MVP and 2016 Olympic gold medalist, shares her inspirational story of being a young basketball prodigy who gave up an impressive basketball scholarship for family and self-discovery.Elena Delle Donne has always forged her own path. During her first year of college, she walked away from a scholarship and chance to play for Geno Aurriema at UConn—the most prestigious women’s college basketball pro... [Read More]
- ASIN: B074ZMB9WY
- ASIN: B074ZMB9WY
- Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
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Russell Westbrook: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Point Guards (Basketball Biography Books)
Learn the Incredible Story of Oklahoma City Thunder Superstar Russell Westbrook!Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device.For a limited time, if you buy the print edition as a gift, you can keep the Kindle edition for yourself!Newly revised for the 2017-2018 season, Russell Westbrook: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Point Guards details the inspirational story of basketball's superstar point guard, Russell Westbrook. Russell Westbrook's ascent into the top point guards in the NBA amongst the likes of Chris Paul and Stephen Curry has definitely been a surprise... [Read More]
- ASIN: B00JYIQAEE
- ASIN: B00JYIQAEE
- Manufacturer: Calvintir Books, LLC
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Avtion One or Two Player Desktop Basketball Game Best Classic Arcade Games Basket Ball Shootout Table Top Shooting Fun Activity Toy For Kids Adults Sports Fans - Helps Reduce Stress
A perfect gift for a basketball lover with Avtion desktop basketball game, SHOOT, SCROE!. Develop your skills and have fun at the same time with this classic arcade game of basketball shootout challenge toy that can be played anytime or anywhere on a desktop, table top, dining table, counter top at home, office or hotel room either by yourself or with an opponent to compete and have a match. Improve your hand and eye coordination and show off to your friends! Bring exciting arcade action direct to your home,office or anywhere else,anytime. Encourage your kids into basketball sports with the ... [Read More]
- ASIN: B01GVIIS9O
- UPC: 712836569001
- ASIN: B01GVIIS9O
- Brand: Avtion
- Size: 12*8*5
- Manufacturer: Avtion
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PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB Console
PS4 Pro 4K TV GAMING & MORE The most advanced PlayStation system ever. PS4 Pro is designed to take your favorite PS4 games and add to them with more power for graphics, performance, or features for your 4K HDR TV, or 1080p HD TV. Ready to level up? 4K TV Gaming – PS4 Pro outputs gameplay to your 4K TV. Many games, like Call of Duty: WWII, Gran Turismo Sport, and more, are optimized to look stunningly sharp and detailed when played on a 4K TV with PS4 Pro. More HD Power – Turn on Boost Mode to give PS4 games access to the increased power of PS4 Pro. For HD TV Enhanced games, players can be... [Read More]
- ASIN: B01LOP8EZC
- UPC: 711719513605
- ASIN: B01LOP8EZC
- Brand: Sony
- Manufacturer: Sony
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Lifetime 90648 Double Shot Deluxe Indoor Basketball Hoop Arcade Game
Test your skills on a heavy-duty double shot arcade Basketball system from Lifetime products. Constructed of heavy-duty 18 gauge Powder-Coated steel, The Lifetime double shot is durable, rust-resistant, and will not crack, chip, or peel. The system has been programed with 4 new games for single players, 4 new games for two players, and 4 new games for multiple players - enjoy 12 new games with your family and friends! The nylon ramp has adjustable straps and buckles and unlike many systems, It will not fray or sag over time. The convenient ramp design folds up and secures in place with locking... [Read More]
- ASIN: B06XCS5JHH
- UPC: 841101007891
- ASIN: B06XCS5JHH
- Brand: Lifetime
- Manufacturer: Lifetime Products Inc.
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EA Sports 2-Player 8-in-1 Indoor Basketball Arcade Game + Scoreboard | 1658127
The EA Sports 2 Player 8 in 1 Indoor Basketball Arcade Game is a slam dunk on your home court. Shoot some hoops, play competitively, and work on your game in your basement or game room and become a legendary baller wherever you set it up. Basketball doesn't have to end at the gym or practice, you can bring the court home with this awesome heavy duty metal tubing construction arcade game. It has 2, 12 inch rims, comes with basketballs, and an air pump. The LED electronic scoring system helps you keep track of your points when you are playing against a buddy and realistic stadium sound effects f... [Read More]
- ASIN: B01LXF4GR2
- UPC: 633934379531
- ASIN: B01LXF4GR2
- Brand: MD Sports
- Manufacturer: MD Sports
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Who's Better, Who's Best in Basketball? : MR STATS Sets the Record Straight on the Top 50 NBA Players of All Time
ABC and ESPNUs "Mr. Stats" ranks the NBAUs greatest players of all time in this provocative and comprehensive
- UPC: 28323401
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