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Author: Dewey Johnson
Publisher: Texas Tech University Press
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 268
ISBN-13: 9780896725676
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"In 1956 New Mexico, the Roswell Hondo All Stars are on their way to the Little League World Series, and fifth grader Joe Don and his widowed mother struggle to remain independent. When the teacher who inspires him to championship is arrested, Joe Don finds his own character tested"--Provided by publisher.
Author: Summer Sanders
Publisher:
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9780385334211
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Sanders offers parents the unique perspective of the child in guiding them through the agony and joy of raising a child with aspirations of greatness.
Author: Summer Sanders
Publisher: Dell
Published: 2000-07-11
Total Pages: 230
ISBN-13: 0440508347
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Ever wonder what it takes to raise a champion-in sports, in work, or in life? Discover the secrets of triumphant parenting--and raising a child who excels. Summer Sanders won more medals than any other American swimmer at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. After retiring, she has continued to charm America as a TV commentator and media celebrity. And wherever she goes, parents ask: what gave her the drive to consistently give all she had, no matter what the challenge? How did she develop her self-assurance and raw courage? What did her parents do right? Now Summer Sanders provides compelling, surprisingly simple answers for all parents--whether your child is gifted in sports, in school, or the arts--from the unique perspective of a child who became the world's best in her field. Enriched by advice from a host of other Olympic athletes, Champions Are Raised, Not Born reveals what truly develops a champion. How to recognize a child's true talent. How to provide family support (even if parents are divorced). How to nurture mental toughness and self-confidence. How to encourage your child to become a team player. How to help your child realize her dream without sacrificing her childhood. Winning, losing, and getting both right in life.
Author: Demario Davis
Publisher: WestBow Press
Published: 2019-10-04
Total Pages: 151
ISBN-13: 1973676028
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Having grown up in an impoverished environment, Demario Davis found himself leading a life filled with drugs, alcohol, violence, and eventually, jail. With the odds against him at every turn, he continued to pursue his dream of making a name for himself in the NFL. But when given a divine warning that he was dangerously close to hitting his final strike, he began searching for something greater. Journey with him as he shares his story of finding what it means to become a true champion in the midst of what the world may deem defeat. “If you’ve ever had the chance to meet Demario, you will truly understand the common phrase ‘force of nature.’ This title is normally reserved for athletes who are so powerful and agile that it’s overwhelming; you can’t stop it. Demario is like that on the field, but his joy, character, and passion for life might be his most powerful attributes. This book reminds us all that there’s something greater we live for. This might not always show up on a scoreboard or in a bank account, but our wins and losses do not have to define us. God’s call on our lives is the most important. Demario’s life is evidence of this exact thing. This book will be a blessing to anybody who is trying to make a difference in this world. I highly recommend it.” Carl Lentz, lead pastor of Hillsong East Coast “Demario’s story is one that will inspire, encourage, and challenge anyone who reads it. This book is a powerful story from an incredible man, whose faith in God will impact generations to come.” Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints quarterback “It speaks volumes when people who have money, power, and influence take time out of their busy lives to focus on the things that matter most. I’m looking forward to seeing what Demario creates off the field through his new book and the insights he’s found through his journey.” Andy Mineo, rapper
Author: Blood-Horse, Inc
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 262
ISBN-13: 9781581500240
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Follows The Blood-Horse's Top 100 list, beginning with Man o' War in the No. 1 spot and ending with Blue Larkspur at No. 100.
Author: Mississippi Library Commission
Publisher:
Published: 1979
Total Pages: 39
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Booker T Huffman
Publisher: Medallion Media Group
Published: 2012-09-01
Total Pages: 165
ISBN-13: 1605424870
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →As a six-time world champion, TV commentator, and holder of more than 35 major titles in WWE, WCW, and TNA, Huffman knows what it means to fight. He learned long before he entered the ring, when daily survival was a fierce battle.
Author: Conor Kerr
Publisher: Harbour Publishing
Published: 2021-10-23
Total Pages: 174
ISBN-13: 0889714193
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Daniel is a young Métis man searching for a way to exist in a world of lateral violence, intergenerational trauma and systemic racism. Facing obstacles of his own at every turn, he observes and learns from the lived realities of his family members, friends, teachers and lovers. He finds hope in the inherent connection of Indigenous Peopls to the land, and the permanence of culture, language and ceremony in the face of displacement. Set in Edmonton, this story considers Indigenous youth in relation to the urban constructs and colonial spaces in which they survive—from violence, whitewashing, trauma and racism to language revitalization, relationships with Elders, restaking land claims and ultimately, triumph. Based on Papaschase and Métis oral histories and lived experience, Conor Kerr’s debut novel will not soon be forgotten.
Author: Roger Kahn
Publisher: Diversion Publishing Corp.
Published: 2012-10-28
Total Pages: 359
ISBN-13: 1938120477
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The legendary sportswriter’s memoir of Brooklyn, baseball, and a life in journalism: “Simply put, this is a marvelous book” (Kirkus Reviews). In this book, the bestselling author of The Boys of Summer shares stories of his Depression-era Brooklyn childhood, his career during a golden era of sports, and his personal acquaintances with a wide range of great ballplayers. His father had a passion for the Dodgers; his mother’s passion was for poetry. Young Roger managed to blend both loves in a career that encompassed writing about sports for the New York Herald Tribune, Sports Illustrated, the Saturday Evening Post, Esquire, and Time. Kahn recalls the great personalities—Leo Durocher, Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Jackie Robinson, Red Smith, Dick Young, and many more—and recollects the wittiest lines from forty years in dugouts, press boxes, and newsrooms. “A master at evoking a sense of the past . . . A pleasing potpourri of autobiography, professional memoir, and anecdotal baseball history . . . Of special note to journalism buffs is Kahn’s account of his role in the inception of Sports Illustrated.” —Booklist “As a kid, I loved sports first and writing second, and loved everything Roger Kahn wrote. As an adult, I love writing first and sports second, and love Roger Kahn even more.” —David Maraniss, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author “Roger Kahn is the best baseball writer in the business.” —Stephen Jay Gould, New York Review of Books
Author: Bonnie Schaefer
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2008-05
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 0595500536
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →In the Summer of Secrets, twelve-year-old Tyler Davis is determined to pitch for his all-star team. But he has never thrown a strike in his Little League career. And eleven-year-old Alexandria Wilkins is determined to play in a local tennis tournament. But she doesn't have a coach to teach her how to play. So the best friends decide to be Dream Doers and work together to achieve their goals. Along the way, they encounter Hector Magruder, the hermit who lives in the woods. From him, they learn about a silent enemy that is far more dangerous than the neighborhood bully, Zachary Graham. What they don't know is that the more time they spend with Hector and the closer they come to discovering his secrets, the more danger they create for themselves and their families.
