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Horses, Love & Science: The Eight Commitments of I-Thou Horsepersonship - Paperback

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by Meg Kirby (Author)Horses, Love and Science breathes new life into the world of horsepersonship and horse training, offering readers a powerful and effective framework for living, learning and working with horses.Author, I-Thou Horseperson, Animal Assisted Psychotherapist, Educator and creator of I-Thou Horsepersonship, Meg Kirby, invites you on a journey through the Eight Commitments of this life changing practice, designed to take your understanding of and relationship with horses to an a...

San Francisco 49'ers: The Supreme Quiz and Trivia Book for all Faithful Football fans - Paperback

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by Jackson Wells (Author)"Calling all Faithful Football fans! Are you ready to test your knowledge and prove your loyalty to the legendary San Francisco 49ers? Look no further than 'San Francisco 49ers: The Supreme Quiz and Trivia Book.' Immerse yourself in the rich history of one of the most iconic teams in NFL history. Did you know that the 49ers have won a record five Super Bowl championships? From the unforgettable 'Catch' by Dwight Clark to the dynamic duo of Joe Montana and Jerry Rice, ...

Lasorda University: A Recollection of My Summer of '68 with Tommy Lasorda and the Ogden Dodgers - Paperback

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by Zack Minasian (Author)It was the summer of 1968 . . . Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy had been assassinated, the war in Vietnam raged on, the Democratic National Convention rocked Chicago, we were a year away from Woodstock and landing on the moon, and there I was tucked away in Ogden, Utah. I was a 16-year- old kid spending my third summer as the clubhouse manager for the Ogden Dodgers, an entry level professional baseball team, under the tutelage of the great Tommy Lasorda. For me...

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by Society for American Baseball Research ( (Author) Welcome to the windswept plains, lakeshores, towns, and church ballfields in the heart of the Midwest. In this issue of The National Pastime, we barnstorm through Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin, as well as several stops in Illinois, both in Chicago and in towns just a train ride away. The last time the SABR convention was in Chicago, in 2015, the focus was very much on the urban center. So when we found out SABR would be returning to Chicago...

The Wall: Smash Self-Doubt and Become the True You - Paperback

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by Ant Middleton (Author) The No.1 bestselling author reveals life-changing strategies to help you demolish fear, seize control, and reach your full potential The wall. Sooner or later we all hit it. The wall can be anything. It could be your lack of motivation, it could be your fear of leaving your comfort zone, it could be the aimlessness that comes from not having set yourself the right goals, it could be that you spend too much time with people who undermine you.What all these things have...

The 500 Craziest WTF Stats in Sports History - Paperback

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by Peyton Bennett (Author)After years of research, we've compiled the 500 craziest stats in sports all into 1 book. There's about 69 new/updated stats from last year's version. This is the NEWEST version and will be updated every year. The book is broken up into the following categories: NFL College Football NBA College Basketball MLB College Baseball NHL Tennis Golf Tom Brady Michael Jordan Wilt Chamberlain Miscellaneous Number of Pages: 174 Dimensions: 0.37 x 8 x 5.25 IN Publication Date:...

Is Your Coach Bona Fide or a Bonehead? - Paperback

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by Tommy Coleman (Author)Is Your Coach Bona Fide or a Bonehead?By: Tommy ColemanA deep-dive into youth sports and the problems sometimes encountered with inadequate coaching, Is Your Coach Bona Fide or a Bonehead? educates novice coaches in areas that they will experience relating to gameplay and proper communication with players and parents.Designed to improve the expertise of youth coaches, both professional and volunteer, Tommy Coleman's exploration of the coach's experience is sure to ma...

Wind: The Journey of My Life - Hardcover

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by Santiago Lange (Author), Nicol疽 Cassese (Other)On August 16th, 2016 Santiago Lange amazed the sporting world when he and his teammate Cecilia Carranza won the gold medal in sailing at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. At that time he was 54 years old, it was his sixth Olympic participation and he fought against unbelievable obstacles. His victory was an incomparable demonstration of his will to fight - not even one year after he had to undergo surgery because of lung cancer. Santiago La...

WAG Gymnastics Goalbook: (galaxy cover) - Paperback

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by Dream Co Publishing (Created by)Gymnastics Goalbook for WAG gymnasts100 pages, lightweight notebook.Perfect for inspiring gymnasts to write their dreams, hopes and notes in! Goal-set for training and competitions Record your achievements in training and competitions Record your competition/meet scores Be inspired with amazing gymnastics quotes! * Matching plain lined notebook with a similar cover also available * Number of Pages: 100 Dimensions: 0.21 x 8 x 5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publicati...

Sports Media History: Culture, Technology, Identity - Paperback

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by John Carvalho (Editor)This research collection explores the ongoing interaction between sports, media, and society throughout important periods in history, from the nineteenth century to the present day. It examines both historical moments and broader trends in sports, with an emphasis on the media's role. Encompassing a variety of research approaches and perspectives, the book looks at the individuals, mass media outlets and communication technologies that have affected societies on a gl...

Feeding the Monster: How Money, Smarts, and Nerve Took a Team to the Top - Paperback

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by Seth Mnookin (Author)Seth Mnookin was given access never before granted to a reporter for this fascinating inside account of the Boston Red Sox. As a result he has written perhaps the best book yet about a professional sports team in America. Feeding the Monster shows what it takes to win a championship, both on and off the field. Seth Mnookin spent mornings in the front office, afternoons in the clubhouse, and evenings in the owners' box. He learned how the Sox persuaded Curt Schilling t...

Encyclopedia of Portland Wrestlers: From the House of Action - Paperback

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by Frank Culbertson (Editor), Mike Rodgers (Author)Step into the captivating world of professional wrestling and embark on a thrilling journey through the rich history of the Portland Sports Arena, affectionately known as "The House of Action." For decades, the thunderous cheers, electrifying energy, and awe-inspiring feats of athleticism reverberated within its hallowed walls, as wrestling legends and rising stars alike graced the ring, etching their names in the annals of Portland Wrestling...

Pickleball Is [Not] Life: Pickleball Is Great. God is Greater! - Paperback

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by Teresa Jungling (Author)Pickleball is great! It's fun, competitive, social, easy to learn, and great for all ages. There are countless stories of how pickleball has positively impacted players' lives. While the benefits of the sport are clear, they are also temporal. There's more to life than pickleball. Having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important thing. This 31-day Bible devotional will guide you through daily scriptures to grow in your faith while also providin...

Jiu-Jitsu: A Superior Leverage Force: Muscle Science Tricks of Jiu Jitsu - Paperback

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by Max Stein (Author)Jiu-Jitsu: A Superior Leverage Force: Muscle Science Tricks of Jiu Jitsu is a book written and edited by Max Stein, originally published in 1940. Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that relies on leverage, technique, and timing to overcome stronger and larger opponents. In this book, Max Stein reveals the muscle science tricks of jiu jitsu that can help you gain an edge over your opponents. Written as in an instructional manual the techniques you see here are a mixture of straigh...

Boatbuilding Manual 5th Edition (Pb) - Paperback

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by Robert Stewart (Author)Get the latest boatbuilding tips from this updated classic Since its first publication in 1970, Boatbuilding Manual has become the standard reference in boatbuilding and boat design schools, in the offices of professional builders, and in the basement workshops of home builders. No other boatbuilding text has simultaneously served the disparate needs of professional and amateur audiences so successfully. Carl Cramer, the publisher of WoodenBoat and Professional Boatb...

Heroes, Villains and Velodromes: Chris Hoy and Britain's Track Cycling Revolution - Paperback

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by Richard Moore (Author)As the first Briton for 100 years to win three gold medals in one Olympic Games, Scottish track cyclist Chris Hoy has rewritten the record books. Critically acclaimed writer Richard Moore shadows Hoy throughout the current season - fully updated with events in Beijing - to provide an unprecedented insight into the secret world of track cycling. Heroes, Villains and Velodromes reveals how an elite athlete, Chris Hoy, lives, breathes and pushes the boundaries of his spo...

Season 3: A Mac McKyer Sports Story - Paperback

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by K. Arthur (Author)In Francis "Mack" McKyer's life, ever since he can remember, spring has always meant baseball. He can't imagine what he would do if that were taken away from him. And fairly shortly his place on the Lincoln High baseball team becomes the least of his problems. Season 3 of this series of sports themed novels picks up the threads of Mack's life as he moves toward the completion of his junior year at Lincoln High School. For a moment Mack and his friends enjoy basking in the...

Can We Play Baseball Mr. DeMille? - Hardcover

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by Mark Angelo (Author), Patricia DeWitt (Illustrator), Robin DeWitt (Illustrator)"A young boy's love letter to baseball along with a slice of classic Hollywood history"Set in 1958, a young boy and his friends want to be baseball players just like their Dodger idols. There's just one problem: they don't have a field to play in. Luckily, the kids know a secret. There's a mansion around the corner with a yard big enough for an entire ball field and the hedge surrounding it has a gap just big en...

Key Chess Puzzles: Sacrificial Chess - Paperback

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by Robert J. Richey (Author)This book "Key Chess Puzzles, Sacrificial Chess" consists of 60 chess puzzles. Of these 20 can be solved in 2 moves; 28 can be solved in 3 moves; 8 can be solved in 4 moves and finally 4 puzzles are swap down puzzles. To simplify the search for a Solution in many of the puzzles the Player playing the Black pieces does not have a first move. White must provide such a move. This book is intended to be Instructional as well as entertaining. Each puzzle is accompanied ...

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by Cindy Pierson Dulay (Illustrator), Cindy Pierson Dulay (Author)Finally a coloring book for horse racing fans Here is a selection of 10 hand drawn pages for you to colour and make your own. Award winning horse racing photographer Cindy Pierson Dulay has drawn these images using her own photos for models. Each drawing for colouring is on a single sheet of paper with the back left blank, so colors won't bleed through. There are images of running horses, winner's circle, and close-up head sho...

Who Am I? A Basketball Riddle - Paperback

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by Fritz Skinner (Author)Who Am I? A Basketball RiddleBy: Fritz Skinner Who Am I? A Basketball Riddle is a puzzle just begging to be solved. Taking us on a tour of various plays and split-second decisions that any team must make to compete, basketball fans and fans of riddles alike will be delighted by Skinner's wit and insight. Who really can do it all? About the AuthorFritz Skinner is a former collegiate basketball player and high school coach who loves teaching the game.He lives in Minneso...

Amazing Sports from Around the World - Paperback

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by Douglas McLaughlin (Author), Michelle Griffis (Illustrator)Amazing Sports from Around the World explores unusual and fascinating sports from diverse cultures and locations. Learn about Ostrich Racing, Tuna Toss, Elephant Polo, and much more! With exciting illustrations and incredible facts, this book will appeal to readers of all ages. The book comes with lesson plans, extension activities, and audio to support teaching in diverse classrooms. This book is available in English and in many b...

Fan in Chief: Richard Nixon and American Sports, 1969-1974 - Paperback

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by Nicholas Evan Sarantakes (Author)Some presidents throw out baseball's first pitch of the season. Some post picks for college basketball's March Madness. One might tweet about a football player kneeling. President Richard M. Nixon phoned Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula to suggest plays for the Super Bowl. He hosted players in the 1969 Major League All-Star game for a party deemed the strangest since the mob scene during Andrew Jackson's inauguration. He attended a Washington Redskins practic...

Field Guide to the Chessie Nature Trail - Paperback

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by Lisa Tracy (Editor), Jeanne Eichelberger (Editor)The Chessie Trail overlies the railbed of the old C&O Railroad line between Lexington and Buena Vista, VA. Its level path and many interesting features make it a favorite of hikers, runners, and nature lovers in all seasons. Canoeists and kayakers use the Trail to access the river and enjoy the scenic Maury River valley from a different perspective. The Field Guide, covering topics from geology to wildflowers to the Trail's historic stru...

A Cabin and Forty Acres: How to Find, Purchase and Manage your own Land - Paperback

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by Mark Kraljevich (Author)This is the story of a more than 5-year search for just the right piece of property and how to go about making it happen. This book will help you through the process of searching for, finding, and then managing your piece of property so that you never again hear the unwelcome sound of a hunter setting up near you on opening morning! Number of Pages: 120 Dimensions: 0.28 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 15, 2024

Zeroing in on Optics: Professional Firearm Optics Training for the Modern Shooter - Hardcover

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by Cpl Reginald J. Wales (Author)Zeroing in on Optics has been designed specifically for today's shooters looking to improve their skills and knowledge of utilizing their firearms optical system.Whether you are a hunter, competitive shooter, or just enjoy recreational shooting, this book will assist you in choosing the best optic for you specific application.It will help you to raise your accuracy to the next level! This manual will walk you through step-by step how to use your firearms optic...

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by Edward C. Mueller (Author)The Hungry Dog is a steel shrimp boat, eighty feet long, converted into a swordfish longline boat capable of setting thirty miles of longline and gear. It was one of a fleet of eighteen shrimpers in the Gulf of Mexico in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The author Edward C. Mueller experiences "the trip of a lifetime" aboard The Hungry Dog, in this engrossing, colorful memoir, where he recounts his story of a swordfishing adventure to the fishing grounds of the "Wi...

Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance - Hardcover

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by Israel Barnardiston (Editor)Nutrition can improve the performance of athletes. The vitamin and mineral needs of an athlete can be covered by a well-planned nutrient-rich diet. The diet should also include adequate protein to support muscle growth and repair. It should comprise of appropriate amounts of micronutrients and macronutrients, along with fluids which are essential for hydration and supporting the athletic growth and performance. A nutrition regimen of an athlete should take into ...

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by Marc Mayola Huguet (Author)Der Weg, el camino del f偀bol alem疣 es un libro que recorre el trayecto de este juego en el pa﨎 germano utilizando a su selecci nacional y a sus mejores equipos a nivel de club como hilo conductor. La narraci empieza con la conquista de la primera Copa del Mundo por parte de Alemania, en Suiza 1954, y termina con un ep匀ogo dedicado al combinado de Flick en Qatar 2022. Entremedias, la obra pone el acento en los entrenadores que han forjado el car當ter del f偀bol al...

The Invisible Weapon: The College Athlete's Most Valuable Asset - Paperback

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by George Rivers (Author)The Mind serves as The Invisible Weapon that accompanies you every time you set foot on the field or the court to engage in competition. Despite being a weapon inherent in all of us, it is a tool that remains vastly underutilized. In a manner akin to a blacksmith meticulously honing a sword for a warrior, this book serves as the sharpener for the mind, specifically tailored for the college athlete. To fully unlock your potential as a player and establish a competitive...

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by Hannah Gray (Author)Angry. Wild. Loose cannon. As one of college hockey's most feared defensemen, I've been told I'm all those things and more. The ice is the only place where I can take my anger out on other people and get applauded for it.The rougher I play, the dirtier I am, the more praise I get. I suppose the same could be said about me in the bedroom. I'm not the dude you want your daughter bringing home to meet you. Because your angel? Well, I'll make sure her halo is crooked by the...

The Wild Soccer Bunch, Book 2, Diego the Tornado - Paperback

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by Jan Birck (Illustrator), Joachim Masannek (Author)"Fabio, the son of a famous Brazilian soccer player, wants to join the Wild Soccer Bunch, but Fabio's father has other plans. He makes his son play for the Furies, one of the best youth club teams in the country. The Wild Soccer Bunch is devastated, but Diego has a plan. He turns the Wild Soccer Bunch into a club team and challenges the Furies to a game"--Back cover. Number of Pages: 162 Dimensions: 0.41 x 7.22 x 5.36 IN Publication Date: A...