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Winning the Game of Belief: Cultivating the Cultural Grit that Defines America's Greatest Coaches - Hardcover

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by Kevin Sheehan (Author), Charlie Sullivan (With)Kevin Sheehan shares the research on cultural grit, providing a formula for successful leadership in any field or endeavor. There are lessons in this book that can change your life and cultivate a culture of grit in your organization that will lead to success that you could never have imagined.Author BiographyDr. Kevin Sheehan is a tenured associate professor at Molloy College where he has served on the faculty for over a decade as well as bei...

Sports and K-12 Education: Insights for Teachers, Coaches, and School Leaders - Hardcover

$144.18

by Ian Parker Renga (Editor), Christopher Benedetti (Editor)Sports are an integral part of education, but what does this mean for educators? Sports and K-12 Education addresses this through chapters divided into 3 themes: sports and classroom success; sports and identity; and sports, media, and schools, exploring coaching and teaching, student-athlete identity, media portrayals of female athletes, and more.Author BiographyIan Parker Renga is Assistant Professor of Education in the Education D...

Beyond Soccer: International Relations and Politics as Seen through the Beautiful Game - Paperback

$76.14

by Tamir Bar-On (Author)This textbook examines the relationships between soccer, politics, and international relations. It uses soccer players and other individuals connected to the game in order to teach political science concepts--such as geopolitics, ideology, and sovereignty--and IR theories--including realism, postcolonialism, and feminism.Author BiographyTamir Bar-On is a researcher and professor in the School of Social Sciences and Government, Tec de Monterrey. He is the author of Wher...

Soccer under the Swastika: Stories of Survival and Resistance during the Holocaust - Hardcover

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by Kevin E. Simpson (Author)This book reveals the surprising role soccer played during World War II. It uncovers many survivor testimonies and old accounts of wartime players, revealing hidden stories of soccer in almost every Nazi concentration camp. To these prisoners, soccer was a glimmer of joy amid hunger and torture, and a show of resistance against the Nazi regime.Author BiographyKevin E. Simpson is professor of psychology at John Brown University. He has published widely in sport psyc...

Historical Dictionary of Baseball - Paperback

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by Lyle Spatz (Author)The Historical Dictionary of Baseball contains a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 900 cross-referenced entries on the roles of the players on the field--batters, pitchers, fielders--as well as non-playing personnel--general managers, managers, coaches, and umpires. There are also entries for individual teams and leagues, stadiums and ballparks, the role of the draft and reserve clause, and baseb...

The Golden Era of Major League Baseball: A Time of Transition and Integration - Hardcover

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by Bryan Soderholm-Difatte (Author)In The Golden Era of Major League Baseball: A Time of Transition and Integration, Bryan Soderholm-Difatte explores the noteworthy and significant changes taking place in baseball in and around the 1950s. Beginning with Jackie Robinson's rookie season in 1947, Soderholm-Difatte provides a careful and thorough examination of baseball's integration, including the state of blacks in the majors ten years into the Jackie Robinson era, when elite players were accep...

Lyman Bostock: The Inspiring Life and Tragic Death of a Ballplayer - Hardcover

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by K. Adam Powell (Author)Lyman Bostock was a professional baseball player for the Minnesota Twins and the California Angels in the 1970s. Many believed he was good enough to win multiple batting titles, yet his murder meant it would never come to be. This book tells the story of Bostock's humble beginnings, his too-brief baseball career, and his tragic death.Author BiographyK. Adam Powell is a reporter for the ACC Sports Journal, the ACCSports.com website, and the Mebane Enterprise newspaper...

Martha's Vineyard Basketball: How a Resort League Defied Notions of Race and Class - Paperback

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by Bijan C. Bayne (Author)Martha's Vineyard Basketball: How a Resort League Defied Notions of Race and Class follows the rich history of basketball on the Island and tells the stories of the players and coaches themselves.Author BiographyBijan C. Bayne is an award-winning Washington-based freelance columnist and critic and a founding member of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, The Boston Herald, and SLAM, among others. Bayne is...

The Greatest College Football Rivalries of All Time: The Civil War, the Iron Bowl, and Other Memorable Matchups - Hardcover

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by Martin Gitlin (Author)College football is one of the most popular sports in the United States, and rivalry games have an intensity unmatched by any other sporting event. This book showcases the best of these rivalries. With stats, series highlights, and photographs throughout, this book is a must-read for every fan of college football.Author BiographyMartin Gitlin is a freelance writer and the author of more than 40 books on popular culture and sports. He has won many awards for his writin...

The Life and Career of David Beckham: Football Legend, Cultural Icon - Hardcover

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by Tracey Savell Reavis (Author)David Beckham is an English soccer player whose popularity extends beyond the field and into international celebrity. He has played for some of the best clubs in the world, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and AC Milan, and is known worldwide for his free kick expertise and spectacular long-range shots. Beckham arrived to Major League Soccer in the United States already well-known to soccer fans, and by the time he left the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2012 w...

Christy Mathewson, the Christian Gentleman: How One Man's Faith and Fastball Forever Changed Baseball - Hardcover

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by Bob Gaines (Author)In Christy Mathewson, the Christian Gentleman: How One Man's Faith and Fastball Forever Changed Baseball, Bob Gaines delivers a close and personal look at the extraordinary life and soul of a gifted man living in a unique time. Including timeless images, this book brings to life Mathewson's amazing career, faultless character, and unwavering faith. Author BiographyBob Gaines was an award-winning sportswriter and columnist for The Times-Advocate (North San Diego County) b...

Commodified and Criminalized: New Racism and African Americans in Contemporary Sports - Paperback

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by David J. Leonard (Editor), C. Richard King (Editor), David L. Andrews (Contribution by)Commodified and Criminalized examines the centrality of sport to discussions of racial ideologies and racist practices in the 21st century. It disputes familiar refrains of racial progress, arguing that athletes sit in a contradictory position masked by the logics of new racism and dominant white racial frames. Contributors discuss athletes ranging from Tiger Woods and Serena Williams to Freddy Adu and S...

Endure: How to Work Hard, Outlast, and Keep Hammering - Hardcover

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by Cameron Hanes (Author), Joe Rogan (Foreword by)THE EXPLOSIVE NEW YORK TIMES AND NATIONAL BESTSELLER Push beyond your physical limits to improve yourself by following bowhunter and ultramarathoner Cameron Hanes's lifelong philosophies and disciplines."It's all mental."I say this all the time, and it's true.If you believe you can do it, you can.We all have virtually limitless potential.Our bodies are capable of so much more than what we ask of them.Take off the mental handcuffs, get out ther...

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by Konstantinos Thomaidis (Author)How can we rethink the importance of voice in performance? How can we understand voice simultaneously as music and text, as sound and body, or as both personal and political? This book explores voice across genres, media and cultures, inviting the reader to reassess established ways of analysing, enjoying and listening to voice. Using a wide range of case studies integrated with critical and philosophical frameworks, it makes audible the multiple ways in whic...

Rio 2016: Olympic Myths, Hard Realities - Paperback

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by Andrew Zimbalist (Editor)"A clear-eyed, critical examination of the social, political, and economic costs of hosting the 2016 summer Olympics The selection of Rio de Janeiro as the site of the summer 2016 Olympic Games set off jubilant celebrations in Brazil-and created enormous expectations for economic development and the advancement of Brazil as a major player on the world stage. Although the games were held without major incident, the economic, environmental, political, and social outc...

They Ruled the Pool: The 100 Greatest Swimmers in History - Hardcover

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by John Lohn (Author)They Ruled the Pool looks at the careers of the greatest swimmers in history, from Mark Spitz and Tracy Caulkins to Janet Evans and Michael Phelps. Each swimmer is ranked based on achievements such as Olympic medals, world and European championships, world records, and other honors. Thoroughly researched and compiled, each chapter includes biographical information, accomplishments, records, finest performances, and insight into how the swimmer became one of the best in th...

Copying It Down: An Anecdotal Memoir - Paperback

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by H. a. Dorfman (Author)This book, the second of three volumes, is the story of Harvey Dorfman, who rose from a childhood sickbed to experience a numerous successes in the world of sports. Dorfman has been a teacher, coach, counselor, and a consultant in sport psychology.Author BiographyHarvey Dorfman has worked in education and psychology as a teacher, counselor, coach, and consultant. Dorfman was also a freelance journalist whose work appeared in The New York Times, Boston Globe, Miami Her...

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by Brad M. Epstein (Author), Curt Walstead (Illustrator)Good Night, Cubs follows in the long tradition of good night stories loved by children everywhere. The bedtime story takes children through the day of the big game good morning Chicago as everyone wakes up in anticipation, good afternoon Cubs fans as everyone heads to Wrigley Field, Number of Pages: 34 Dimensions: 0.56 x 7.11 x 6.94 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: August 15, 2014

Runner's High or: Can LSD Make You Gay? How I Ran an Ultramarathon Tripping on a Psychedelic Drug: The Easy Guide to Doing What You Should Not - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Lucas Simon Drake (Author)What happens when you run 50 miles on LSD?Can LSD make you happy, gay, or even a better runner?In Runner's High or: Can LSD Make You Gay? Lucas Simon Drake goes on a journey to find out what happens when you combine psychedelic drugs with somethings as extreme as ultra running. He's new to both drugs and ultra running - join in on his journey and you will learn: Why getting high on your own supply is the best habit in the world How LS...

Dear Readers and Riders: The Beloved Books, Faithful Fans, and Hidden Private Life of Marguerite Henry - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Lettie Teague (Author)The untold story of the favorite children's book author, featuring original artwork by Wesley Dennisfrom some of Henry's best-known books, as well as over 100 personal photographs, letters, and artifacts.In certain circles, her name inspires immediate recognition and pronouncements of a committed admiration that has likely spanned decades. As an author, Marguerite Henry was indeed remarkably prolific, with 59 books published, millions of c...

Inspiring Olympic Stories for Young Readers: Heroes of the Games: Stories of Teamwork, Belief, and the Pursuit of Excellence - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Ezra Flint (Author) Number of Pages: 128 Dimensions: 0.27 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 03, 2024

The Tennis Junkie's Guide (to Serious Humor) - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Dave Whitehead (Author) Number of Pages: 320 Dimensions: 1.05 x 9.44 x 6.5 IN Publication Date: December 10, 2002

Maze Books for Kids 4-6: Amazing Maze for Kids Activity Books Ages 4-6 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Nancy Dyer (Author)Maze Books for Kids 4-6is filled with 63 maze activities puzzles games. Amazing Maze for Kids Activity Books Ages 4-6. It's a big book of mazes that help kids improve problem solving skills.Kids Maze Books Ages 4-6Follow us series My first book of easy mazes puzzle books for kids. It's is sure to get kids thinking. Number of Pages: 70 Dimensions: 0.15 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: May 06, 2018 ...

CALISTENIA INCREIBLE Para CULTURISMO: CIENTOS DE EJERCICIOS Y RUTINAS DE PESO CORPORAL PARA FORMAR El CUERPO QUE SIEMPRE DESEASTE TENER - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Mariana Correa (Author)CALISTENIA INCRE BLE PARA CULTURISMO es una sencilla pero efectiva e incre ble manera de entrenar todo tu cuerpo. De las piernas, la espalda y el pecho a tus abdominales y brazos, hemos cubierto todo tu cuerpo con ejercicios y rutinas de peso corporal. Sin usar m quina alguna, solo tu propio peso corporal, alcanzar s un f sico incre ble, potenciar s tu metabolismo y te volver s un culturista incre ble. La calistenia es la ltima moda en e...

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by James Buckley (Author), Who Hq (Author), Andrew Thomson (Illustrator)Learn about the exciting record-breaking career of home run hero Aaron Judge in the Who HQ Now format featuring newsmakers and trending topics. Since making his Major League Baseball debut in 2016, Aaron Judge has taken the world of baseball by storm. He has won Home Run Derby competitions and has been named an All-Star. In 2022, he broke the American League record for most home runs in a season when he hit 62 homers. You...

Serena Williams: Tennis Champion, Sports Legend, and Cultural Heroine - Paperback

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by Merlisa Lawrence Corbett (Author)Record-breaking, trend-setting, and controversial, tennis star Serena Williams often sparks conversation and debate. She's one of the most intriguing figures in sports, and this book offers insight not only into her impact on tennis and popular culture but also into how she has challenged race and gender norms.Author BiographyMerlisa Lawrence Corbett is an award-winning journalist and author who writes about tennis and sports in society. Her work has appear...

The Cup of Coffee Club: 11 Players and Their Brush with Baseball History - Paperback

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by Jacob Kornhauser (Author)"This is one of the very best baseball books in years." Booklist, Starred Review - Most baseball players will never reach the major leagues--and for those that do, there are a select few that play in just one major league game. This book features the stories of 11 of those players and their struggles to reach the major leagues.Author BiographyJacob Kornhauser is a sportswriter and former television producer. He has worked for ESPN, FOX Sports, and Bleacher Report. ...

Sport for Development and Peace: Foundations and Applications - Hardcover

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by Robert E. Baker (Editor), Craig Esherick (Editor), Pamela Hudson Baker (Editor)Sport has the incredible power to positively influence the world, and it is with this in mind that the field of Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) has seen tremendous growth over the years. Sport can strengthen social ties, advance human rights, aid economic development, promote inclusion, and more. In Sport for Development and Peace: Foundations and Applications, internationally-recognized SDP experts offer ...

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by Richard J. Severson (Author)The morality of our distant ancestors bears a remarkable resemblance to the moral experiences of modern athletes. This book brings together stories from today's sports world and the moral practices of hunter-gatherers to shed new light on both sports and morality and offer a unique interpretation of America's love affair with sports.Author BiographyRichard J. Severson is an ethicist by training, earning his Ph.D. in religion and ethics from the University of Iow...

Pro Football and the Proliferation of Protest: Anthem Posture in a Divided America - Paperback

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by Stephen D. Perry (Editor), Stephen D. Perry (Contribution by), Pauline A. Andrea (Contribution by)This book examines the take-a-knee protests, incorporating analysis of media coverage, impact on attitudes and behaviors, and racial, religious, gendered, and political perspectives. The analysis allows readers to recognize both positive and negative prejudice and to proscribe possible solutions for political divisiveness. Number of Pages: 312 Dimensions: 0.7 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Public...

Black Rodeo in the Texas Gulf Coast Region: Charcoal in the Ashes - Hardcover

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by Demetrius W. Pearson (Author)Black Rodeo in the Texas Gulf Coast Region: Charcoal in the Ashes provides an in depth sociocultural and historical analysis of the genesis and contemporary state of affairs regarding African American rodeo cowboys in southeast Texas, whose ancestors were instrumental in the development of the most celebrated livestock management industry in the world. The author painstakingly chronicles the origin of the Texas cattle industry from its Mexican roots to Austin's...

Cracking the Coaching Code: Using Personality Archetypes to Maximize Performance - Hardcover

$140.94

by Pj Caposey (Author), Bryan Wills (Author)This book gives coaches real world tools, applications, and lessons to help them become their best self and tap the full potential of their athletes; turning them into successful and productive men and women. Author BiographyPJ Caposey is the Illinois Superintendent of the Year and is a best-selling author having written nine books for various publishers. His work and commentary has been featured on sites such as TED, The Washington Post, NPR, CBS T...