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Indian Wells Country Club: My 37 years at the Fun Club - Paperback

$22.88

by George J. Neyer (Author)My book is about my 37 years at Indian Wells country club. The beginning is about how I got there and continues into the history of the club. Touching on different tournaments and my knowledge of the third country club in the Palm Springs area Number of Pages: 80 Dimensions: 0.21 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: September 06, 2012

White Sox Heroes: Remembering the Chicago White Sox Who Helped Make the 1960s Baseball's Real Golden Age - Paperback

$13.48

by Carroll Conklin (Author)These were the heroes who owned the summers of the 1960s. Luis Aparicio and Gary Peters. Floyd Robinson and Joe Horlen. Juan Pizarro and Pete Ward. Tommy McCraw and Hoyt Wilhelm. During the summers of the 1960s, the heroes of the South Side wore White Sox uniforms. On their best days (which were, admittedly, too few), they were entertaining and inspiring. They smote hated rivals and sent their best to the All-Star game, in the decade when that mid-summer classic mov...

Athletes of the Bible: B. Deane Brink - Paul Smith - Hardcover

$48.94

by Emmett B. Smith (Revised by)"Athletes of The Bible" was written in 1914 as a teaching aid for boys in the YMCA. The book has been updated with additional information by former Coach Emmett Smith, who regularly used the original book in his Fellowship of Christian Athletes meetings. Number of Pages: 220 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: March 15, 2010

Love, Pain & Passion The Heart of a Champion - Paperback

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by Linda Page M. S. (Author)Mine is a basketball story unlike any other. It is an inspiring and heart breaking story about love, truimphs, disappointmnets and resilency. It is about a young girl from Philadelphia who fell in love with basketball and had a vision. She shattered the basketball record books, bruised many egos and seized the country's consciousness. It is a true story about how Linda " Hawkeye" Page scored 100 pointss in a high school basketball game to break Wilt Chamberlain's h...

The Encyclopedia of Old Fishing Lures: Made in North America - Paperback

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by Robert A. Slade (Author)Robert A. Slade, after collecting old fishing tackle since 1958 and contributing articles on old fishing lures for a collector magazine for several years started researching and writing books in the 1990's. He published the HISTORY & COLLECTIBLE FISHING TACKLE OF WISCONSIN in 1999 which sold 4,500 copies. Bob realized that even though there have been many books published on the subject of old fishing lures that few books covered any detailed history on the old l...

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by Steve Smiley (Author), Trafford Publishing (Manufactured by)Playing for Coach Meyer is an original story that shows the amazing bond that a legendary coach develops with one of his players, Steve Smiley, throughout his collegiate career.Author Biography Steve Smiley, the author of Playing for Coach Meyer, is currently living in Spearfish, South Dakota, serving as the assistant head coach and professor of International Business at Black Hills State University. Prior to moving to Spearfish, ...

Tales of the Golf Course - A Collection of Classic Magazine Short Stories on the Great Game of Golf - Paperback

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by Various (Author)"Tales of the Golf Course" is a fantastic collection of classic short stories related to golf, original published in various vintage magazines. These frequently humourous and wildly-entertaining tales will appeal to all lovers of the game and are not to be missed by collectors of vintage golfing literature. Contents include: "The Letter of the Law, by Phil Arp", "Higginbotham's Bloomers, by Horace G. Hutchinson", "Great Men and Golf, by Bertram Atkey", "The Tale of a 'Baby ...

A Handicapper's Guide to the Kentucky Derby: Cracking the Derby - Paperback

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by Liam Durbin (Author)Handicapping reference guide for the Kentucky Derby, by Liam Durbin, public handicapper for the Chicago Tribune and LA Times Number of Pages: 134 Dimensions: 0.29 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: January 21, 2012

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Unarmed Defense Against Weapons - Hardcover

$56.68

by Frank III Seinsheimer (Author) Number of Pages: 472 Dimensions: 1.19 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 17, 2009

Silat Ikhtiar - The South East Asian Martial Art - Paperback

$49.93

by Jerome Blanes (Author)A clear and concise manual with over 800 illustrations. The training manual of the South East Asian Martial Art Silat Ikhtiar with all the techniques including hand-fighting and the weapons: Pisau, Badek, Parang and Keris. An inspirational collectors item even for people who do not train in the art of Silat. Unlike many Silat styles, Silat Ikhtiar does not claim to be directly in line with a famous hero or icon of Asian or South East Asian history. Silat Ikhtiar does ...

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by Filip Konjokrad (Author)Goju-Ryu Toudi Jutsu Nyumon is an introduction to Goju-Ryu Karate, one of the major styles of Karate in the world. It focuses on the Seiko Higa-Kanki Izumikawa lineage of Goju-Ryu. Many important topics are covered including: history of the art, biographies of key individuals, training methods, the bubishi and overviews of the kata. Other related styles such as Tou'on-Ryu, Ryuei-Ryu and Kojo-Ryu are discussed as well. The author introduces much new information which...

Lessons from the Old Masters: Advanced Theories & Concepts in Martial Arts - Paperback

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by Gary Lescak (Author)If you are a long-term, expert practitioner of martial arts, and you are interested improving your martial skills in real life combat application, If you are an experienced student, and you want to know how to become an "inner circle" student of a martial arts master, If you are a beginning student, and you want to understand the foundation necessary to be a long-term, accomplished martial artist, If you are interested in self-defense or are simply curious about martial...

Introduction to Nisei Yoshu Ryu Kempo - Paperback

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by Carlos Febres (Author)NISEI YOSHU RYU KEMPO IS A MODALITY OF THE ORIGINAL SYSTEM OF KEMPO AS IT WAS PRACTICE IN THE RYUKYU ISLANDS, It combines both old and new elements to offer a more balance approach to the martial arts of Okinawa and Japan. THIS BOOK IS AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS METHOD OF OKINAWAN KEMPO Number of Pages: 62 Dimensions: 0.13 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: January 21, 2016

The Way of White Crane Karate - Paperback

$79.13

by George Alexander (Author)This is the first book dedicated solely to Okinawan White Crane Karate. This book will teach you the complete Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate system. It includes history, theory of applications, kata, kumite-sparring techniques, two-man sparring kata, pressure point striking and knockout secrets. It explains in depth the secrets contained in the Bubishi, karate's mystical sourcebook. It explores karate's development in Okinawa and uncovers the hidden truths about styles, ma...

The Martial Artist's Mindset: Mental Practices for Fighters, Students, Teachers, Coaches, and Artists of All Kinds - Paperback

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by Luke J. Morris (Author)Improve your practice and accelerate your progress Whether you dream of becoming a UFC champ, writing a best-selling novel, or starting a million-dollar business, you know you need to practice your craft. After all, nobody starts out great. To get good at anything, you have to train. But are you getting the most from your training? You want to immerse yourself in your art, engage with it on a deep level, learn all you can, and master the required skills as quickly a...

Baseball Scorebook With Lineup Cards: 50 Basic Scorecards For Baseball (8.5 x 11) - Paperback

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by Francis Faria (Author)Basic baseball scorebook with pitch count and stats including at bats, hits, walks, RBIs, and runs scored. Space for 15 batters and a sub for each batter in the lineup. SIZE: 8.5x11 inchesINTERIOR: 50 scoresheets and 50 lineup cards COVER: Soft cover Number of Pages: 102 Dimensions: 0.21 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: April 22, 2019

Gearheads: The Turbulent Rise of Robotic Sports (Original) - Paperback

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by Brad Stone (Author)In the early nineties, a visionary special-effects guru named Marc Thorpe conjured a field of dreams different from any the world had seen before: It would be framed by unbreakable plastic instead of cornstalks; populated not by ghostly ballplayers but by remote-controlled robots, armed to the steely teeth, fighting in a booby-trapped ring. If you built it, they'd come all right.... In Gearheads, Newsweek technology correspondent Brad Stone examines the history of robot...

The Lost Art of Reading Nature's Signs: Use Outdoor Clues to Find Your Way, Predict the Weather, Locate Water, Track Animals--And Other Forgotten Skil - Paperback

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by Tristan Gooley (Author)From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Secret World of Weather and The Lost Art of Reading Nature's Signs, learn to tap into nature and notice the hidden clues all around you Before GPS, before the compass, and even before cartography, humankind was navigating. Now this singular guide helps us rediscover what our ancestors long understood--that a windswept tree, the depth of a puddle, or a trill of birdsong can help us find our way, if we know what to loo...

The Crossover: A Newbery Award Winner - Paperback

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by Kwame Alexander (Author), Dawud Anyabwile (Illustrator)Series streaming now on Disney+, with executive producers including NBA great LeBron James!The Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award-winning middle grade bestseller! Basketball and heartache share the court in this slam-dunk novel in verse."With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . .The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all that quivering. Cuz tonight I'm delivering," announces dreadlocked, 12-year old Josh Bell. He an...

My First Book of Baseball: A Rookie Book - Hardcover

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by The Editors of Sports Illustrated Kids (Author)Fully revised and updated! My First Book of Baseball, a Rookie Book from Sports Illustrated Kids, coaches young kids through the game of baseball with a visual retelling of an actual MLB game--from the first pitch to the game winning hit! Strikes, outs, steals, foul balls, home runs and more are all explained using a fun mix of Sports Illustrated action photography, simple text with engaging graphics, and a full glossary of essential baseball ...

SpoilYourHorse.com Horse Bits: A Study Guide For Beginning Rider and Instructor - Paperback

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by Spoilyourhorse Com (Author)A Study Guide for new horseback riders and instructors, presented in a fundamental but entertaining format. Your horses will thank you Number of Pages: 144 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.14 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: June 04, 2003

Sailing - Philosophy for Everyone: Catching the Drift of Why We Sail - Paperback

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by Fritz Allhoff (Editor), Patrick Goold (Editor), John Rousmaniere (Foreword by)This volume reveals the wisdom we can learn from sailing, a sport that pits human skills against the elements, tests the mettle and is a rich source of valuable lessons in life. Unravels the philosophical mysteries behind one of the oldest organized human activities Features contributions from philosophers and academics as well as from sailors themselves Enriches appreciation of the sport by probing its meaning...

DOMINO - 28 fichas t?cnicas de competici?n - Paperback

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by Eduardo Petreñas (Author)Libro de Pedagog?a y did?ctica del Juego Deporte del DOMINO . Con 28 fichas t?cnicas de competici?n, 28 art?culos imprescindibles y 28 consejos para jugar bien y disfrutar de este Deporte de la Mente. Number of Pages: 130 Dimensions: 0.28 x 8.27 x 5.83 IN Publication Date: March 31, 2019

Ba Gua Nei Gong Volume 5: Tian Gan Heavenly Stem Nei Gong - Paperback

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by Tom Bisio (Author)Embedded within the martial art Ba Gua Zhang is a complete system of internal exercises that promote self-healing and longevity and transform consciousness. Ba Gua Nei Gong consists of nine powerful and profound methods of internal exercise and self-cultivation. This book is the fifth in a series of manuals on Ba Gua Nei Gong. It can be used in conjunction with actual instruction in Ba Gua Zhang, or employed as a stand-alone instruction manual. Tian Gan Nei Gong is indisp...

It's Not the Glory: The Remarkable First Thirty Years of US Women's Soccer - Paperback

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by Tim Nash (Author)It's Not the Glory is the story of the first 30 years of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, telling the remarkable tale of what has become one of the most popular and socially relevant sports teams in history. Using anecdotes from observations and interviews with nearly 50 players and coaches from every generation, It's Not the Glory explains the team's culture of excellence through the words of those who established it, and nurtured it over the years. From Heinrichs a...

Wallhangers Volume II: A Collection of Deer Hunts - Paperback

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by Russell Thornberry (Foreword by), Edson B. Ed Jr. Waite (Author)A collection of 35 stories of successful whitetail deer hunts in the USA in which record book bucks were harvested. The story conveys the excitement and anxiety of the hunter as he or she pursues their quarry with gun or bow. Each story was shared with the author by personal interviews.All stories have been previously published in popular hunting magazines, such as Buckmasters Whitetail magazine and RACK magazine. Num...

Best Flag Football Plays for Defense: The Defensive Playbook for Flag Football Teams - Paperback

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by Dillon Hess (Author)Best Flag Football Plays for Defense is the best way to transform your defense and build a defensive strategy that wins flag football championships.Every team can score points in a flag football game, but not every team can consistently shut down their opponents to keep them out of the end zone and off of the scoreboard. If you are looking to improve your team's defensive performance on the field with solid strategies for a flag football defense, this book is for you.Th...

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by Basketball Lennie (Author)Keep track of your scores. Write down your plans for the next game. Keep track of your favorite sports team. Sketch to your heart's desire.Featuressize 6x9 inches140 pagesMatte coverFor more journals and notebooks like this one, click on the author name below the title. Number of Pages: 142 Dimensions: 0.3 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: April 24, 2019

Shaolin Temple T'ai Chi Manual - Paperback

$27.00

by Thomas F. Smith (Author)Shaolin Temple T'ai Chi Manual Description. Table of Contents Summary. Description of T'ai Chi and Benefits of training. T'ai Chi history, timeline and influences of its originators including, Bodhidharma an Chang San-Feng. The Six Paramitas - The Five Perfections. Historical Map. The influence of the Original Five Animal Methods of the Shaolin T'ai Chi Tradition. Learning methods and goals. Training methods of T'ai Ci and T'ai Chi/Chi Kung (energization methods): b...

Baseball Scorebook: Baseball Scorecard 100 Pages Baseball Score Sheet, Baseball Scorekeeper Book, Baseball Scorecard - Paperback

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by Socute Planners- (Author)This Baseball Score Book has many spaces on which you can record: *Hits*Runs*various plays of both the home and visiting teams. *Diamond shapes to note bases.* Pitchers, Catchers, can be written in, or, in the case. Journal features include:100 white pagesCover has a matte finishReliable binding Number of Pages: 104 Dimensions: 0.22 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: July 28, 2019

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by Peter Abrahams (Author)Will Cody save clea before it's too late? QB of the varsity football team. Passing grades in all his classes. Dating the hottest--and smartest--girl at school. Summer job paying more than minimum wage. Things in Cody's world seem to be going pretty well. Until, that is, his girlfriend, Clea, is sent off to boarding school across the country, and a torn ACL ends his high school football career. But bad things come in threes--or in Cody's case, sixes and twelves--and t...