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Olympic Ethics and Philosophy - Paperback

$118.24

by Mike McNamee (Editor), Jim Parry (Editor)This book contains an international collection of essays by leading philosophers of sport on the ethics and philosophy of the Olympic Games. The essays consider a range of topics including critical reflections on nationalism and internationalism within the Olympic movement, sexism in Olympic marketing and sponsorship, the preservation and corruption of Olympism, the underlying ideology of the Olympic Games, the inequalities of perception in ability ...

The Peer Guide to Applied Sport Psychology for Consultants in Training - Paperback

$121.48

by Mark W. Aoyagi (Editor), Artur Poczwardowski (Editor), Jamie L. Shapiro (Editor)Successful sport psychology professionals have benefitted from stimulating conversations, challenging questions, support, camaraderie, guidance, and advice offered by their graduate school classmates. Peer relationships are vital and valued aspects of professional development, with many of the relationships formed during school, serving as the closest confidences and strongest friendships throughout careers and...

The Perfect Golf Swing In Minutes: Best Method, Beginner or Pro, for Control, Accuracy, Feel, Consistency and Effortless Power, the Secret Magic Move - Paperback

$15.82

by Ddj Publishing (Author)Every golfer seeks to improve their golf swing. From beginner to pro we constantly strive to reach our full potential, but get off track. Is there a perfect way to swing that fits you and lasts? Yes, there is one phenomenal and powerful method beyond traditional instruction. If you want the key to the best golfing performance of your life, keep reading. The ways of teaching the golf swing are often lost in translation. They lose effectiveness and do not make use of o...

Ferry Beach: A recollection of boatmen, fishermen and their craft - Paperback

$25.90

by Stanley Henderson (Author)Ferry Beach is a captivating recollection of the men and boats that have sailed the waters around Barrow-in-Furness for generations. Through personal anecdotes and historical research, author Stan Henderson paints a vivid portrait of the boatmen who braved the waves, wind, and tides to make their living on the sea.Ferry Beach explores the many types of craft that have graced the waters off Barrow and is a tribute to the people who crewed them - the hardworking, sk...

The Business of Sports: Off the Field, in the Office, on the News - Paperback

$140.92

by Mark Conrad (Author)The Business of Sports provides a comprehensive foundation of the economic, organizational, legal and political components of the sports industry. Geared for journalism, communication and business students, but also an excellent resource for those working in sports, this text introduces readers to the ever-increasing complexity of an industry that is in constant flux. Now in its third edition, the volume continues to offer a wealth of statistics and case studies, up to ...

Swordsmen of the Screen: From Douglas Fairbanks to Michael York - Paperback

$97.18

by Jeffrey Richards (Author)This fascinating study of the genre of swashbuckling films received wide critical acclaim when it was first published in 1977. Jeffrey Richards assesses the contributions to the genre of directors, designers and fencing masters, as well as of the stars themselves, and devotes several chapters to the principal subjects if the swashbucklers - pirates, highwaymen, cavaliers and knights. The result is to recall, however fleetingly, the golden days of the silver screen....

Soul is Waterproof: Adventure Swimming and Stories of Water - Paperback

$28.78

by Matthew L. Moseley (Author)Matthew Moseley has a passion for long-distance swims in sometimes treacherous waters. In the early morning darkness of June 27, 2021, he wades into the Green River and begins the first-ever 52-mile swim where its waters meet those of the Colorado River in Canyonlands National Park. Stroke by stroke, Moseley invites you on his journey, as he encounters expected and unexpected adventures along the way. He shares his unique connection to the rivers, lakes, and ocea...

The Art of Swimming and the Game of Racing: Reflections of a USA Swimming Club Coach - Paperback

$28.78

by Dudley Duncan (Author)Coach Duncan began his coaching career in 1968 - in Newport News. VA for the Glendale Gators. He used his education and his experiences to craft a coaching career over 51 years, retiring from coaching in January 2019. He credits swimmers, colleagues and volunteers for his coaching successes - and his family for allowing him the unusual working hours & days, the weekends & weeks away from home and the level of focus he gave to his work.The Art of Swimming and t...

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by Lindsay C. Farley (Author), Anglika Dewi (Illustrator)Does practice really make perfect? And is perfect really what it's all about? An Above Par Day is an engaging and relatable story about a boy, Liam, who thinks he will be as good as the pros when he goes out on a real golf course. Liam's frustration gets in the way of enjoying his family golf outing. Will he be able to turn his attitude around and make some memories with his sister and parents? This debut book from Lindsay Connell Farle...

Boxers: Ali, Frazier, Louis, And Robinson - Paperback

$57.53

by A. J. Kingston (Author)Introducing the ultimate collection for boxing enthusiasts and sports fans alike - "Boxers: Champions Forever" featuring the greatest fighters of all time: Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, Joe Louis, and Sugar Ray Robinson.This exclusive bundle includes four gripping books that chronicle the incredible journeys of these boxing legends, their rise to greatness, their memorable fights, and their lasting impact on the sport and society.Book 1 - "The Greatest: Muhammad Ali And...

Benched: Underrated Teams and Players in NBA History - Paperback

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by Cantly A. Elliott (Author)It's easy to get on social media and talk about the GOAT or have discussions in our barbershop about all-time great players. The truth is, the league is what it is today because of so many great players and teams.While Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant are undeniable greats in NBA history, the sport has also had plenty of other influential players and teams who seem to be overlooked. This book highlights the important people and moments in NBA history ...

Behavior and Group Management in Outdoor Adventure Education: Theory, research and practice - Paperback

$102.04

by Alan Ewert (Author), Curt Davidson (Author)Outdoor adventure activities are becoming an increasingly popular part of physical education programs. The physical risks of these activities are often foremost in the minds of both instructors and participants, yet it is managing group behavior which can prove to be the most difficult. This is the first book for students and practitioners to address this essential aspect of outdoor adventure education (OAE). Outlining key evidence-based training...

Performance and Professional Wrestling - Paperback

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by Broderick Chow (Editor), Eero Laine (Editor), Claire Warden (Editor)Performance and Professional Wrestling is the first edited volume to consider professional wrestling explicitly from the vantage point of theatre and performance studies. Moving beyond simply noting its performative qualities or reading it via other performance genres, this collection of essays offers a complete critical reassessment of the popular sport.Topics such as the suspension of disbelief, simulation, silence and s...

Realm of Shadows and Flame: Book 1 in the Court of Infinites Series - Hardcover

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by B. L. Talley (Author)The Old Gods are Dead.Myths and legends of the Sun and the Moon have circulated for millennia throughout Albionne. They were the stories Renata Orion was raised on. But the day Fynn Tirich fell from the sky, chosen as the host for the Sun God-and the new Phoenix-those stories became more than just legends.Selected with her friends to train for the Ira Deorum-an ancient, elite force-Renata, along with her sister and friends, must face the king's trials and question wher...

Muay: Grappling - Muay Thai & Muay Boran - Paperback

$37.42

by Master Lee (Author)A definitive, clear and comprehensive guide to all aspects of grappling from ancient to modern Thai Martial Arts. Introduces exciting, powerful techniques and tactics that have been surrounded in mystery and secrecy. - A collection of over 90 techniques plus many variations - Progress in Muaythai or MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) - Achieve extreme power - Develop essential winning strategies - Quickly master how and when to apply the techniques with easy to follow instructions...

Lionel Messi - The Boy Who Dreamed of Being a Champion: An Argentinean Boy's Tale of Grit, Talent, and Triumph:: the Boy Who Dreamed of Being a Champi - Paperback

$42.73

by Michael Langdon (Author)Looking for an inspiring and engaging children's book that celebrates the life of one of the greatest soccer players of all time? Look no further than "Lionel Messi: The Boy Who Dreamed of Being a Champion"!This book from bestselling author Michael Langdon tells the incredible story of Lionel Messi, from his humble beginnings in Argentina to his rise as a global soccer superstar. Including: His tough upbringing struggling with a growth deficiency problem His early ...

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by Shawn E. Burke (Author)Our canoes kayaks, SUPs, paddles, and the water already know what to do. Shawn Burke invites us to learn their language - the language of science - to get at the why. Why do our hulls float, why do they move when paddled, and what are the three types of drag that impede their motion? How can we use this understanding to better trim and turn our hulls, select paddles, cross rivers, optimize our stroke, or just stay upright? How can competitive paddlers adapt traini...

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by Donna L. Martin (Author)What do books and a martial arts tournament have in common? For Alex, Billy, and Nathan...A LOT! Based loosely on a true story, follow these three friends as they work to raise enough money to enter their school's tournament. Who will win, who will lose, and who will learn a valuable lesson? Read THE WARRIORS THREE to find out! Fourth Degree Black Belt and award-winning children's author, Donna L Martin, creates a sports adventure story for any boy or girl who has ...

Chi-Ryu Jiujitsu: Energy Way of Gentle Technique - Paperback

$35.93

by Daniel J. Popp (Author)Chi-Ryu Jiujitsu is a composite system of martial arts that has been under development for more than 20 years. Forged through trial and error, blood and sweat, Grandmaster Isham A. Latimer, Master John Costanzo and Master John McDonald utilized the creativity of their artistic backgrounds to develop their training methods. Chi-Ryu Jiujitsu provides practicality for street defense along with improving and maintaining health and flexibility of mind, body, and spirit. T...

Calisthenics: Flexibility for Bodyweight Training Guide (The True Bodyweight Training Guide Your Body Deserves) - Paperback

$21.55

by Anthony Mitchell (Author)If you have always wanted to get in to shape but hate the idea of going to a gym or purchasing a complicated in-home exercise machine, then calisthenics exercises may be just what you are looking for. Calisthenics exercises are those which use your body's own weight as the resistance required to make each exercise effective. Bodyweight exercises include things like sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups and the like and best of all they allow you to exercise anywhere at any t...

Tight Lines: Tales of a flyfishing life - Paperback

$26.98

by Bill Curry (Author)Bill Curry takes us on the ideal fishing expedition: all across Nova Scotia and further afield. This combination memoir, guidebook, and collection of tall stories is copiously illustrated with photos by the author, who became the first certified Professional Master Guide in Nova Scotia when the professional guide certification program was created. Number of Pages: 236 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 15, 2023

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by Scoop Malinowski (Author)Monica Seles was described as a "revolutionary" and "innovator" and one of the most dominant, dynamic champions in tennis history. This book investigates in depth what it was like to compete against the young woman who, at the height of her power, sensationally won seven of eight Grand Slam tournaments she entered. Number of Pages: 102 Dimensions: 0.21 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: April 27, 2023

Hockey Wars 11: State Tournament - Paperback

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by Sam Lawrence (Author), Ben Jackson (Author)The kids from the Dakota Hurricanes and Lightning are back, and this time they've headed away on a tournament as part of the state team to compete at a national level!Millie making the state team has been a lifelong dream and one she had finally gathered the courage to go after. Now, on the team, nothing was going to stand in her way from chasing her dreams.Millie and Cameron have headed away for a state tournament in Denver, Colorado, and it will...

Hockey Wars 11: State Tournament - Hardcover

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Baseball Research Journal (Brj), Volume 52 #1 - Paperback

$14.95

by Society for American Baseball Research ( (Author) Harvey Haddix pitched one of the most notable "near perfect" games in professional baseball history when he completed 12 perfect innings against the Milwaukee Brewers on May 26, 1959. Unfortuantely, Haddix lost the perfecto and the Pirates lost the game in the 13th inning. Although Major League Baseball decreed that such performances be removed from the "official" no-hitters list, those games make for an intriguing list of their own. Haddix...

Fight For Your Dreams: Go Get It, Girl! - Hardcover

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by Kaytlin Neil (Author), Travis Hoki (Illustrator)This book is written by Kaytlin Neil, a professional MMA fighter who encourages girls to fight for their dreams. This easy-to-read children's rhyming book is a fun way of inspiring girls to set goals and open their minds to new possibilities.The story takes place at a slumber party. The girls talk about what they want to be when they grow up. One of the girls says that she wants to be a MMA fighter, and it throws the other girls for a loop! T...

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by Mike Rodgers (Author), Frank Culbertson (Editor)Portland Wrestling - simply uttering those two words will start a conversation that will last through the night and produce never ending arguments on who was the greatest wrestler ever in the promotion. Was it Buddy Rose, Roddy Piper, Jimmy Snuka, or Dutch Savage? Who can forget Bull Ramos, Lonnie Mayne, or Tony Borne? What about the best tag team of all time? Mayne/Borne? Von Steiger's? Ventura/Ramos? The Royal Kangaroos? History of Portland...

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by Sally Kurjan (Author), Shannara Harvey (Illustrator)Bernie the One-Eyed Puppy and his friends are on to their next adventure! Landon and Logan take the puppies to the park to learn to play baseball. Bernie doesn't quite remember the rules, but he and his friends have a fun time playing at the ballpark. Later that day they go to "Bark at the Park" and watch their favorite team play baseball! Bernie loves playing and learning as he continues to spread kindness and acceptance. Number of Page...

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by Amy Krieger (Author)Full of energy and easily distracted, Jessie feels like she doesn't quite fit-in at school. She longs for those people who 'get her' and love her for being different, quirks and all. Once Jessie is introduced to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, suddenly Jessie's new outlet becomes her happy place.Join Jessie on a path to discovery, confidence building and self-worth through the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu'Jessie Does Jiu Jitsu' is based on a true story, with real characte...

Never a better year A Golfer's Quest for Par - Paperback

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by Sean M. Suggs (Author)Golf is an amazing sport of challenges and life lessons. With this book, I would like to take you on my journey of playing golf in all 50 states, Scotland, Asia, South America and playing the legendary Augusta National. My Quest for Par was and still is an amazing story that continues to evolve. Living the greatest country in the world, golf has allowed me to experience this greatness from coast to coast. I hope it will inspire your " Quest For Par" Number of Pages: 1...

Hard Knocks & Dirty Socks: Through the Eyes of Coach - Paperback

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by Steve Finesilver (Author)Hard Knocks & Dirty Socks is an impassioned call to action for all who care about the state of public education and the health of our nation. Follow fitness teacher, science teacher, and coach Steve Finesilver through his forty-four-year career. Through joys, struggles, and ultimate successes, you will meet the many kids he has taught and coached who overcame. His first-hand observation of public education's decline and his mission to help the children and fami...

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by Gene Lipen (Author), Jennifer Rees (Editor), Judith San Nicolas (Illustrator)A forest full of surprises. A dog who never turns down adventure. What will happen during his day in the woods?Arthur and his kitten have their ears pricked for the next big thing. So when they get the chance to head off on a camping trip, the four-pawed friends eagerly hit the road. And once they reach the trees, a whole new world of excitement opens up!Thrilled when he gets to climb up trails, cast a fishing rod...