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PsychMapping in Sport, Exercise, and Performance
Understanding why we act the way we do is key to fostering success. This book introduces PsychMapping, a unique model that visually and philosophically guides readers through the complexities of human behaviour. The holistic approach reveals how different psychological aspects interact and influence each other.The chapters follow the logic of the PsychMapping model, a map of all the key aspects in sport, exercise, and performance psychology. Each chapter is an opportunity for self-reflection and a perfect introduction for anyone interested in exploring the psychological aspects of human behaviour. Packed with practical experiences and real-world case studies, the book applies theories to life, making complex concepts accessible and actionable. A standout feature for professionals is the detailed self-reflection exercise, designed to enhance applied practice.PsychMapping in Sport, Exercise, and Performance is enriching for students, practitioners, and anyone eager to explore the psychological aspects of human behaviour.
All the Smoke
An in-depth and fresh celebration of the award-winning, "unapologetic, authentic, and at times unfiltered" (The Sacramento Bee) sports podcast All the Smoke hosted by NBA champions Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, featuring exclusive photographs and more never-before-seen material. For over two hundred critically acclaimed episodes, famously outspoken and controversial NBA icons Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson have comprehensively explored the lives and most pressing issues facing today's basketball players both on and off the court. Now, the two dive deeper into the "riveting, absurdly profane, and often unexpectedly poignant" (Slate) podcast. From taking us behind the scenes of their greatest moments to eye-opening insights from their interviews with legends such as Shaquille O'Neal, Stephen Curry, Snoop Dogg, and more, All the Smoke is a fascinating, sharp, and essential read for new and longtime fans.
Faster Without Fail
Are you ready to run faster, longer, and injury-free? In Faster Without Fail, sports chiropractor and veteran marathoner Dr. Leo Kormanik shares his revolutionary approach to achieving optimal running form. Drawing from his personal journey and extensive experience treating runners, Dr. Kormanik provides actionable strategies and insights that have been battle-tested by thousands of his patients.Discover: Proven techniques to prevent and overcome running injuriesThe science behind perfecting your running formCustomized approaches for runners of all levelsThe common pitfalls that hinder performance and how to fix themPractical exercises to enhance efficiency and speedWith a blend of hard science, practical advice, and personal anecdotes, Faster Without Fail is your ultimate guide to running success. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, this book will empower you to become the best runner you can be. Dr. Leo Kormanik, a former elite distance runner and 2012 Olympic Trials marathon qualifier, turned his passion for overcoming injuries into a career in sports chiropractic. A Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner, he has treated many top-level athletes, including UFC fighters, NFL, MLB, and NHL players, and Olympic medalists. Dr. Leo earned his Doctor of Chiropractic and a Masters in Sports Injury Management from Life University. He founded Ohio Sports Chiropractic in 2012, bringing his expertise to northeast Ohio. As a thought leader, he shares insights on his YouTube channel, Running Rehab, and podcast, Mind Body Marathon. Dr. Leo enjoys running, family time, and new adventures outside his practice.
The Greatest U.S. Opens
In The Greatest U.S. Opens, veteran golf journalist and author David Barrett brings readers inside the ropes at the most dramatic tournaments since the Open's inception in 1895. Renowned as the most challenging of the major championships, the U.S. Open has showcased the country's greatest golf courses, including Pebble Beach, Oakmont, Merion and Shinnecock Hills. And, with notoriously long "Open rough" and super-fast greens, the U.S Open is typically the toughest challenge of the year, providing a forum for the greats of the game to test their mettle and prove their stature by winning multiple times--including Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods. The extreme difficulty of a U.S. Open course has also yielded the occasional and unlikely upset, including Francis Oiumet's 1913 thrilling victory over English greats Harry Vardon and Ted Ray or Jack Fleck stealing a shocking win from Hogan in 1955. Barrett also captures the tournament's many classic moments including Arnold Palmer's heroic charge in 1960, Tom Watson's chip-in to take down Nicklaus at Pebble Beach in 1982, and Payne Stewart's putt to clinch a victory at Pinehurst in 1999 just months before his tragic death.
Life's A Dance
GREAT LEADERS MAKE BIG MOVES - ELLIS WAS WILLING TO GIVE UP EVERYTHING FOR EQUALITYIn Life's a Dance, Cliff Ellis - a four time Basketball Hall of Fame Coach and one of the winningest coaches in Division I history - opens up about his philosophies, challenges, and triumphs throughout his career as a former rock 'n' roll star and basketball coach - giving readers a unique perspective into the very heart and mind of an incredible leader. Ellis was willing to give up his career to protect his players and his team and fight for equality within the game.Learn how to build a successful team - Strong Work Ethics, Respect, Empathy, a Positive Mindset, and more. This book contains fundamental steps that will resonate far beyond the basketball court. Whether you are a sports enthusiast, a business professional, or passionate about personal development, Life's a Dance is for you! Join Coach Ellis on his inspiring journey to discover how you can master the dance of life by following his lead.
World Series '64
In 1964, the New York Yankees were the undisputed champions of Major League Baseball. This book presents, in all its context, the story of the upstart St. Louis Cardinals, improbable champions of the National League, taking the Bronx Bombers to game seven in a harrowing World Series that ended with the toppling of an MLB dynasty and the ascension of an exciting new St. Louis Cardinals. Herein is the story of Bob Gibson, Tim McCarver, Mickey Mantle, Bobby Richardson, and numerous others who made baseball history and captivated the public during that exciting Fall Classic.
Football Fandom, Sexualities and Activism
This is the first book to examine the growing movement of organised networks of LGBT+ football supporters, exploring activists' biographies and the meanings they ascribe to participation in identity politics-centred social movements.
Anatomy of a Champion
One hundred and sixty-six CEOs, entrepreneurs, coaches and NCAA world champions, all of whom began their careers as players for legendary Stanford University tennis coach Dick Gould, share their strategies for success in sport, business and life.
The Why Is Everything
When Kyle Shanahan became the NFL's youngest offensive coordinator in 2008, he had one prevailing rule: Tell me the why. If a colleague couldn't justify his position by providing the unassailable reasoning behind it, he was told to get the hell out of Shanahan's office. Shanahan and the members of his coaching tree--including Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel, Raheem Morris, and Matt LaFleur--came up in a sport where innovation was the exception, not the rule. There had been brilliant football minds before, from Paul Brown to Bill Walsh to Bill Belichick. But for the most part, coaches learned a particular system and stuck to it no matter what--no matter the players on their team, no matter what the opponent might do.This group of young coaches would change all that. The Why Is Everything is the story of old dogmas falling before astonishingly creative new strategies and game plans. Drawing on unmatched access across the league, longtime NFL reporter Mike Silver takes us into the key moments in this still-unfolding revolution, from the education of Mike Shanahan, Kyle's father and a two-time Super Bowl champion, in the 1980s; to the Washington Redskins' football laboratory in the early 2010s, where the coaches first worked together, shocking the league with their cutting-edge scheme for rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III; to McVay's Super Bowl victory in 2022 and Kyle Shanahan's Super Bowl agony in 2019 and 2024.Less than a decade after their emergence, these men are the stars of their profession and have helped propel the NFL to new heights of viewership and drama. With The Why Is Everything, Silver reveals how it all happened, and in the process gives us a timeless account of friendship, rivalry, and the never-ending pursuit of perfection.
125 Years of Olympics
The Olympic Games bind us like no other performative event. They evoke emotion. They get us attached to entities and athletes from other corners of the globe, and through them, we tend to explore the complexities of life, from its challenges and disappointments to its great pleasures. Friendship, aggression, failure, honour, humiliation, pride, loss and hope-these are all facets that we imbibe through the Olympics and thus it makes for a fascinating indulgence. Those who are bitten by the Olympic bug spend years reading and researching about it. And because you are reading this, we are assuming that you too, like us, try and test your passion by sitting, viewing and competing with other aficionados in 'trivial' pursuit-that is, remembering and bouncing off trivia with our peers. Aniket Mishra's book-a brilliant amalgamation of trivia and quiz-celebrates and captures the spirit of the Olympic Games in a way that is vivid, memorable and poignant.
When the Game Was War
The gritty, no-holds-barred account of the 1987 NBA season, a thrilling year of fierce battles and off-the-court drama between Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Isiah Thomas, and Michael Jordan--from New York Times bestselling author Rich Cohen. "Plug in to a world where rivalries really mattered."--Bob Ryan, sports columnist emeritus, The Boston GlobeAN ESQUIRE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Four historic teams. Four legendary players. One unforgettable season. The 1980s were a transformative decade for the NBA. Since its founding in 1946, the league had evolved from a bruising, earthbound game of mostly nameless, underpaid players to one in which athletes became household names for their thrilling, physics-defying play. The 1987-88 season was the peak of that golden era, a year of incredible drama that featured a pantheon of superstars in their prime--the most future Hall of Famers competing at one time in any given season--battling for the title, and for their respective legacies. In When the Game Was War, bestselling author Rich Cohen tells the story of this incredible season through the four teams, and the four players, who dominated it: Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics, Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers, Isiah Thomas and the Detroit Pistons, and a young Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls. From rural Indiana to the South Side of Chicago, suburban North Carolina to rust-belt Michigan, Cohen explores the diverse journeys each of these iconic players took before arriving on the big stage. Drawing from dozens of interviews with NBA insiders, Cohen brings to vivid life some of the most colorful characters of the era--like Bill Laimbeer, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Danny Ainge, and Charles Oakley--who fought like hell to help these stars succeed. For anyone who longs to understand how the NBA came to be the cultural juggernaut it is today--and to relive the magic and turmoil of those pivotal years--When the Game Was War brilliantly recasts one unforgettable season and the four transcendent players who were at the center of it all.
College Football History ”Bowl Games of the 20th Century”
This book is for football fans of all ages. It is both educational and entertaining as you can read nostalgically about former great College teams and players, as well as some of the great Bowl Games from the past. This book covers all the Bowl Games of the 20th Century (1902-1999), so you can read about your football heroes, past and present.
The Essence of Shaolin White Crane
The secrets of internal power are revealed in this expert guide to Internal and External martial Qigong. This comprehensive martial arts training guide explores White Crane Kung Fu (Gongfu), one of the most famous martial styles developed in China. Martial Arts Qigong is integral to White Crane kung Fu and is a proven way to build explosive fighting power, known as Jin.In addition to fighting power, martial Qigong builds robust health and longevity. By focusing on the spine and torso, Shaolin White Crane develops and maintains a strong, supple upper body. Flexibility and strength of the spine are notable results of this training. It is commonly recognized that Shaolin White Crane is the root of Okinawan Karate, and has heavily influenced Japanese martial arts. From this book, a Karate practitioner will be able to trace this root back, and gain profound comprehension of empty-hand styles.Long time hidden secrets of White Crane revealed.A comprehensive analysis of Internal and External martial Qigong.Complete sets of White Crane Hard and Soft Qigong training.A thorough examination of martial power (Jin).Presents more than 60 White Crane Jin patterns.Learn mental and physical training for explosive fighting power.Over four hundred action photographs and illustrations.
The Edge of Wales
Embark on an Epic Welsh Adventure!Join Jack, a 50-something adventurer with a tendency for mishaps and a heart full of dreams, as he tackles the awe-inspiring Wales Coast Path. This 870-mile odyssey is no walk in the park - it's a test of endurance, a celebration of stunning landscapes, and a hilarious journey of self-discovery.From dodging stampeding cows and navigating flooded fields to conquering steep cliffs and stumbling upon hidden gems, Jack's candid and humorous account will have you laughing, cheering, and yearning for your own Welsh escape.Experience: * Breathtaking scenery: Rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and charming villages * Unexpected encounters: Celebrity sightings, quirky locals, and curious wildlife * Hilarious misadventures: Mud-splattered falls, navigational blunders, and unforgettable encounters * Heartfelt reflections: On aging, resilience, and the power of chasing your dreams"The Edge of Wales" is a love letter to the Welsh coastline, a testament to the human spirit, and a reminder that adventure awaits, even in the most unexpected places.Perfect for fans of Bill Bryson, Cheryl Strayed, and anyone who's ever dreamed of stepping outside their comfort zone and embracing the wild unknown.
Collection or Contortion
The well-known veterinarian, trainer and author, Dr. Gerd Heuschmann devotes himself to the topic that is central to developing collection: correct bending and positioning. He shows how we can strengthen and condition the horse's haunches to bear more weight and alleviate and lighten the load on the forehand, thus preserving it, and protecting the delicate front legs from injury. The only way to go from a horse in ordinary, horizontal balance to a collected horse is through the path of correct bending. The anatomical and bio-mechanical background of this important training component is explained here for the first time in writing, taking into account anatomy and the science of movement. The necessity of riding in a specific and correct way, and the corresponding development have been known since the 19th century, however, "why we must use this method" has not been explained in depth, until now.This book will help you understand the multi-dimensional, functional way the horse can best carry us.This work includes many topics, including: Why halt a horse, why bend it?Positioning and bending in classical equestrian literature.The horse's natural crookednessThe correct positioning of the horse - a requirement for correct bendingThe biomechanics of positioning and bending.This book is a must have for every trainer and rider!This edition's translation was completely re-checked and redone by Xenophon Press editor and publisher in chief, Richard F. Williams, an expert dressage trainer and teacher. All changes and corrections were made directly in consultation and discussion with the author, Gerd Heuschmann and the result is a clear, exact authentic translation of the original German text. This book covers a vital, often missing concept behind the mystery of how to collect horses progressively.
English League Football
On September 8, 1888, the inaugural season of the Football League kicked off, marking the beginning of a sporting tradition that has endured for over 130 years. Ian Laschke's comprehensive work meticulously records every match outcome for all the teams that have participated in the league since its first season. This book is an essential treasure trove for statistical aficionados and a definitive resource for fans of any team that has competed in the league, whether historically or currently.
Gridiron Wisdom
Competitiveness. Leadership. Inclusiveness. Discipline. Dedication to community. Together, these traits form the blueprint for teams that not only win, but transcend sport and develop a purpose to keep on winning for the good of the communities that surround and support them. Alberta's reputation in Canadian football was built uponthis foundation.Through countless hours of intimate interviews and heartfelt discussions with former coaches, players, and their families, author Ron McIntyre highlights the ways in which these traits manifested themselves in five of the best football programs in the province's history: the St. Francis Browns, the Raymond Comets, the Edmonton Huskies, the Calgary Dinos, and the Edmonton Eskimos.With humour and a clear love of the game guiding his exploration of what made these teams so great, McIntyre reveals to coaches the key principles that contribute to building a solid program; demonstrates to players the nuances of being a good teammate and leading by example; and grants fans a peek behind the curtain at what ultimately goes into achieving true sports excellence.
Original Taekwondo
This book aims to define the basics of Taekwondo in its original format, as it was created with the original Kwans, and expose some secret meaning of Taekwondo techniques not known by many masters. It is straightforward and to the point. Taekwondo is a martial art of empty hands; this book is intended for instructors and serious practitioners who want to enhance their understanding of Taekwondo as a martial art while also ensuring it can be a viable business. This book also reveals the exact origins of Taekwondo and is endorsed by an undefeated living legend, Taekwondo Pioneer Grand Master Kong Young Il and Dr. Grand Master Casey Ilsun Kim, President of the World Taekwondo Organization.
Paddle Tales
What happens on a canoe trip stays on a canoe trip-or does it? From the mouths of eight different storytellers-family members and friends of various ages, who've spent twenty years canoe tripping together-Paddle Tales offers true accounts of adventure, drama, and lessons learned on the rivers and lakes of Northern Saskatchewan. You can't make this stuff up! From tips, tricks, packing lists, menu ideas, and trip notes to stories of white-water mishaps, inclement weather, up-close views of wildlife, and family bonding, this book has a little something for everyone: budding or seasoned canoeists, wilderness enthusiasts, and those who simply appreciate the back country stories from a safe distance. Here in these pages, readers will find themselves humbled by the intensity of the Canadian Shield, the strength of body and mind required to thrive in the wilderness, and the increasing evidence of peace the further one gets from the bustle of urban life. Discover what connecting to nature means for each unique canoeist, and what keeps them going back year after year.
Gridiron Wisdom
Competitiveness. Leadership. Inclusiveness. Discipline. Dedication to community. Together, these traits form the blueprint for teams that not only win, but transcend sport and develop a purpose to keep on winning for the good of the communities that surround and support them. Alberta's reputation in Canadian football was built uponthis foundation.Through countless hours of intimate interviews and heartfelt discussions with former coaches, players, and their families, author Ron McIntyre highlights the ways in which these traits manifested themselves in five of the best football programs in the province's history: the St. Francis Browns, the Raymond Comets, the Edmonton Huskies, the Calgary Dinos, and the Edmonton Eskimos.With humour and a clear love of the game guiding his exploration of what made these teams so great, McIntyre reveals to coaches the key principles that contribute to building a solid program; demonstrates to players the nuances of being a good teammate and leading by example; and grants fans a peek behind the curtain at what ultimately goes into achieving true sports excellence.
Rovers Revolution Blackburn’s Rise From Nowhere to Premier League Champions
A gripping account of a small town club's unlikely rise to the top of English football
The American Game
From "the master of new journalism [who always] hits it over the fence" (New York Times) and "one of the finest writers on sports anywhere" (USA Today), the scintillating story of lacrosse--the game invented by the Haudenosaunee, played with more passion than any other, that stubbornly mirrors America's ongoing struggle with inclusivityNearly a millennium ago, Native Americans created lacrosse as a means of training warriors and settling disputes. Co-opted by whites in the late 1800s, played for a century largely at elite east coast colleges, over the past thirty years lacrosse has exploded around the world, becoming the fastest growing sport in the U.S. while exposing the fault lines of prejudice and privilege that continue to dog its image. At the same time, the spiritual nature and dazzling style of the Native game has been elevated to center stage as the brilliant Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) play as a nation unto themselves, maintaining their deep traditions and hoping for inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.Based on seven years of research and observation and crafted with consummate skill, The American Game takes readers inside a unique cultural landscape that nonetheless reflects the wider world. Skillfully weaving in compelling action on the field from World Championships to tense NCAA tournaments, Price also chronicles the controversies and anomalies that have in many ways defined lacrosse. Racism stubbornly persists--and the Haudenosaunee have endured plenty in their rise--yet few mainstream entities have done more than lacrosse to champion the Native American experience. The Duke rape case and the murder of Yeardley Love still resonate, reinforcing the sport's elite "laxbro" image, yet women remain the core force powering its astonishing boom. Lacrosse's longtime link with Wall Street remains, but its bond with elite military service is just as remarkable.Price introduces legendary individuals from Jim Brown (some say he was even better at lacrosse than football), Black superstar Kyle Harrison and the brilliant Iroquois stickman Lyle Thompson, to famed coaches Lars Tiffany and Kelly Amonte Hiller and Onondaga faithkeeper Oren Lyons. All of them, and all who play the game, pay homage to the mystical qualities of the lacrosse stick, which American coaching icon Bill Tierney calls "the thing that makes you special." A masterpiece of narration and investigation, The American Game is the powerful story of a sport that, perhaps more than any other, captures the complexity of America in its ongoing effort to achieve a more perfect union.
Paddle Tales
What happens on a canoe trip stays on a canoe trip-or does it? From the mouths of eight different storytellers-family members and friends of various ages, who've spent twenty years canoe tripping together-Paddle Tales offers true accounts of adventure, drama, and lessons learned on the rivers and lakes of Northern Saskatchewan. You can't make this stuff up! From tips, tricks, packing lists, menu ideas, and trip notes to stories of white-water mishaps, inclement weather, up-close views of wildlife, and family bonding, this book has a little something for everyone: budding or seasoned canoeists, wilderness enthusiasts, and those who simply appreciate the back country stories from a safe distance. Here in these pages, readers will find themselves humbled by the intensity of the Canadian Shield, the strength of body and mind required to thrive in the wilderness, and the increasing evidence of peace the further one gets from the bustle of urban life. Discover what connecting to nature means for each unique canoeist, and what keeps them going back year after year.
The Utilita Football Yearbook 2024-2025
'The definitive chronicle of changing times for so many who love the sport' Ian Herbert, Daily Mail 'The Yearbook stands for authority and integrity' Martin Tyler 'The first reference book you should turn to' Daily Telegraph The Utilita Football Yearbook 2024-2025 is the market-leading book of football statistics, featuring everything you need to know about domestic and international football. Since its first appearance in 1970, The Football Yearbook has heralded the start of each new season and served as the sport's book of record, faithfully chronicling decades of both tradition and evolution. Now in its 55th year of publication, the Yearbook celebrates that legacy and undertakes to do what it always does - to meticulously record the season just gone and look forward to the season about to start, all within more than a thousand pages of pure footballing facts and figures.
Baseball's Shooting Stars
Every serious baseball fan can attest to the perennial excellence of stars like Babe Ruth and Ken Griffey, Jr. But how many can recall the exploits of Fred Dunlap, George Stone, Bobby Shantz, or Mark Fidrych? Each of these players performed like a superstar for a single season, but none of them came close to replicating that success in subsequent years. Some achieved early success and flamed out, while others overcame early setbacks to achieve brief stardom late in their careers. Some were one-year wonders, and others sustained solid careers after setting an early standard that they would never again reach. This book contains the bittersweet stories of 30 such players who tantalized their fans with visions of greatness, but ultimately fell short.
What Have I Done
"What Have I Done" A Hunter's Remembrance of Harvesting His First Deer is a raw, unapologetic reflection on a first-time hunter's confrontation with life, death, and primal instincts. Written with visceral honesty, this true story recounts the harrowing moments of taking an innocent young buck's life, from the chaotic mix of adrenaline and guilt to the haunting echoes of survival. This is not a glorification of the hunt, but a deep exploration of humanity's relationship with nature, death, and personal responsibility. Isaac Haines spares no detail, from the icy morning start to the blood-soaked aftermath, forcing readers to confront the harsh realities of what it means to kill when there's no need. Gripping, unsettling, and deeply thought-provoking, this is a tale of instinct, regret, and the uncomfortable truth that sometimes, killing isn't about necessity-it's about understanding why we choose to take life at all.
Say Yes to Golf with Anyone
Stop missing out on new clients, jobs, friends, and business opportunities that present themselves on the course. Learn to be comfortable golfing with players of any level. Not everyone grew up in a golfing family where rules and etiquette were second nature by a young age. After reading this book, you will have the advantage those kids used to have. This isn't a quick once-through read, but rather a reference book to be paged through and kept handy once the golf season starts. TY ARMSTRONG, PGA Pro If you've been saying "no" to golf with potential clients, this is a MUST read for you. I was very intimidated to golf with others, but with this short course on etiquette, I can confidently play with golfers of any level. Picking up golf has been a great thing for me personally and professionally. STACEY BARTELSON, Financial Advisor This book is mandatory for those who don't want to miss opportunities that present themselves on the golf course. I've seen deals made, people hired, secrets exchanged, and romances start, all while hitting a little white ball. RYAN CURRY, Avid Golfer, Member of Bearpath Golf and Country Club After reading this book, I confidently golf with my husband, my son, and my father-in-law at the same time. This book revealed to me, regardless of my skill level, I don't have to miss out on four hours of important family time. SARA VALESANO, Beginner GolferTammy Laurent helps women in sales feel comfortable on the golf course with clients, potential clients, vendors or suppliers, and strangers. A financial advisor with over 33 years of experience, she enjoys helping clients, inspirational speaking, competing in triathlons, playing the piano, and anything outdoors. As co-owner of Stonebrooke Golf Club, built by her husband in 1989-known for its spectacular 8th hole drive across a Minnesota lake with a pontoon ride to the fairway-golf is an important part of her life.
Fame
"FAME: Steve Austin: Cold as Stone" chronicles the rise of WWE's most iconic antihero. From humble beginnings to becoming the Rattlesnake who defined the Attitude Era, this comic biography delves into the life of Steve Austin-his struggles, triumphs, and the moments that made him a legend. Experience his rivalry with Vince McMahon, iconic Austin 3:16 promo, and the stunners that shook the WWE universe. A must-read for wrestling fans, this is the ultimate story of rebellion and dominance.The "FAME" comic book series has been highlighted in "Rolling Stone," "Time," and "Sports Illustrated" magazines. It has featured sports stars like Michael Jordan, David Beckham, Jackie Robinson, and more!In 2025, TidalWave will release more comic book biographies of sports figures, featuring Bo Jackson, Wayne Gretzky, Kobe Bryant, Manny Pacquiao, and others.
Routledge Companion to Cycling
Routledge Companion to Cycling presents a comprehensive overview of an artefact that throughout the modern era has been a bellwether indicator of the major social, economic and environmental trends that have permeated society.
Sport Policy Across the United Kingdom
This book provides a comparative analysis of sport and physical activity policies, processes, and practices across the home nations (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) of the United Kingdom.Drawing upon in-depth analysis by internationally recognised experts within the sport policy and management field, and applying a novel analytical framework, this book offers the first comprehensive intra-country comparison of the most significant features of the sporting infrastructure across the home nations. With chapters focusing on each of the four nations in detail, followed by a comparative chapter that identifies themes regarding the evolution of sport policy across the UK, the book examines the differences and similarities across elite, community, and school sport policy. It provides an important insight into how sport policy interacts with national and devolved political structures and with sociocultural factors to drive both elite sporting success and community sport development.This book is essential reading for any student, researcher, policymaker or sport practitioner with an interest in sport policy, sport development, sport management, public policy, or politics.
The Long Audition
What does it take to become a professional footballer?A mix of luck, opportunity, football ability and intelligence, along with attitude and character, will give you a fighting chance of getting recruited into a football academy, staying there, and progressing in the game.If you're a young player currently in an academy, this book will help you make the most of it. If you're playing the game at grassroots level and want to get into an academy, this book will advise you on what you need to do to get there.Whoever you are, one thing is true: you've got a chance at fulfilling your potential and achieving your football dreams.But it all depends on what you want and how hard you're willing to work.Are you ready for your long audition?Reading this superb book, written by a highly distinguished and respected coach, educator and mentor, with an outstanding record of developing talented players for over 30 years, will empower you to achieve many things.The book will: Help you gain a clearer understanding of what your journey is going to look like and give you some control over itOffer you valuable tips to help you create your personal pathwayGive you the confidence to continue to work hard to achieve your hopes and dreamsImmerse yourself in the spirit of footballHelp you to retain a deep love of football for the rest of your life, regardless of the level you ultimately reach.By reading this book, you'll be better-equipped to build your own legacy. One thing is certain: if you follow the guidelines and principles set forth in this book, have talent, a strong work ethic, self-belief, and good fortune, you stand a very good chance of passing your long audition. May I take the opportunity to wish you well on your ever so exciting journey.Dr Tony Whelan Acad
Camping Guide to the Northern Territory
For campers, caravanners, four-wheel drivers, bushwalkers and anglers.Go camping in the Northern Territory...Experience the very best camping areas in the Northern Territory with this fully updated, detailed directory to over 200 campsites. With Camping Guide to the Northern Territory, you'll find national parks, reserves and conservation areas where you can pitch a tent in a secluded Red Centre campsite, roll out your swag under a sky full of stars in the vast outback or relax with your camper trailer or caravan beside a billabong.Craig Lewis and Cathy Savage are the authors of numerous books on Australian bush travel and have been travelling, camping out and writing for well over two decades.
Super Squad
Super Squad tells the story of those 23 footballers in the 1960s and 70s, who had the greatest influence on English football; and how that influence laid the path for football as it is today. Football fans of the time witnessed the English First Division produce the two greatest English players and the two greatest Scottish players ever - and one George Best. But we also witnessed the 'pioneers'; those players who did something for the very first time.The book deals with the significance of the abolition of the 'maximum wage' and the almost immediate effect it had on the game, the salaries and transfer fees. The book also touches upon the huge influence of television - both colour and black and white - during this time.This isn't just the story of those players, who stood out through their greatness alone. This is also the story about the players who were overlooked, the players who were unfairly mocked and the players who were forgotten - Super Squad seeks to honour their legacy.
Original Taekwondo
This book aims to define the basics of Taekwondo in its original format, as it was created with the original Kwans, and expose some secret meaning of Taekwondo techniques not known by many masters. It is straightforward and to the point. Taekwondo is a martial art of empty hands; this book is intended for instructors and serious practitioners who want to enhance their understanding of Taekwondo as a martial art while also ensuring it can be a viable business. This book also reveals the exact origins of Taekwondo and is endorsed by an undefeated living legend, Taekwondo Pioneer Grand Master Kong Young Il and Dr. Grand Master Casey Ilsun Kim, President of the World Taekwondo Organization.
The Great Black Hope
The story of two pioneering Black NFL football players that changed the face of America's game for generations to come. There is no position in pro sports more important than an NFL quarterback. But quarterbacking was the exclusive domain of white players for many years, and when Doug Williams and Vince Evans arrived in the league in the late 1970s, they got death threats, faced racist questions, and knew that a single mistake could end their careers. The Great Black Hope tells the twin stories of Vince Evans, an electrifying dual-threat quarterback ahead of his time, and of Doug Williams, the first Black quarterback to become a champion. Moore shows how easily Williams' triumphant story could have gone wrong and how his success changed the game and the country. A skillful blend of game-time drama and social commentary, this book captures unheralded heroes of the NFL and all that they meant, both on the field and off.
Skiing Legends and The Laurentian Lodge Club
Curl up beside the fire and journey to a time when Montrealers skied down Peel Street and the Laurentians were "the wild west" of Quebec.For two expatriate Torontonians, Neil and Catharine McKenty, this journey begins at the Laurentian Lodge Club in Shawbridge, now Pr矇vost. There we meet skiing legends like "Jackrabbit" Johannsen, Harry Pangman and Barbara Kemp. With them we discover the perils of "Foster's Folly", the world's fi rst ski tow, we climb Mont Tremblant in the Thirties and we ride the ski trains with their smells of wax, orange peels and cigar smoke. And we also meet those earlier legends, the larger-than-life Cur矇 Labelle, and the tragic Viscount D'Ivry who lived in a magnifi cent chateau on the shores of Lac-Manitou.This is also the story of how the Laurentians helped Montrealers weather two World Wars and the Depression. It's a great story and the authors have told it well.
Got Your Answers
ESPN personality and New York Times bestselling author Mike Greenberg (Got Your Number) again partners with mega-producer Hembo to help you win every sports debate by answering the top 100 questions on every fan's mind. Sports fandom can bring us together like almost nothing else in today's world. Still, that doesn't mean everyone has to agree. In fact, nothing is better than a healthy debate about any and every element of sports with friends, family, coworkers, nemeses, or even strangers at your favorite hangout. Armed with a wealth of knowledge and fandom experience, Greeny and Hembo tackle the 100 most-debated questions in the sports-talk world and provide 100 lists that will tell you who is the best of the best in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and more. What is the most coveted trophy in all of sports? Who is the most clutch in Game 7? Which ballpark has the most bizarre concessions? And why is Rocky without a doubt the best sports movie of all time? Greeny and Hembo have got your answers. They're correct across the board, of course, but pick up the book and let never-ending argumentation commence. Also don't miss the 100 Sneaky Hembo trivia questions designed to confound and delight!
Sport, Physical Activity, and Anti-Colonial Autoethnography
This book offers a brief history of how autoethnography has been employed in studies of sport and physical (in)activity to date and makes an explicit call for anti-colonial approaches - challenging scholars of physical culture to interrogate and write against the colonial assumptions at work in so many physical cultural and academic spaces.It presents examples of autoethnographic work that interrogate physical cultural practices as both produced by, and generative of, settler-colonial logics and structures, including research into outdoor recreation, youth sport experiences, and sport spectatorship. It situates this work in the context of key paradigmatic issues in social scientific research, including ontology, epistemology, axiology, ethics, and praxis, and looks ahead at the shape that social relations might take beyond settler colonialism.Drawing on cutting-edge research and presenting innovative theoretical perspectives, this book is fascinating reading for anybody with an interest in physical cultural studies, sport studies, outdoor studies, sociology, cultural studies, or qualitative research methods in the social sciences.
Blue-Eyed Soul Brother
Blue-Eyed Soul Brother tells the life story of NFL All-Pro free safety Bill Bradley, who was known on the gridiron as much for his fierce competitiveness as he was for his whimsical nonconformity off it. Bradley was among the first NFL players to hold out for a bigger salary and challenge the status quo with his long hair, bushy mustache, and free-spirited lifestyle. Beginning in high school, Bradley stood up for the civil rights of his Black teammates and was instrumental in breaking down the color barrier in Texas high school football. A highly recruited scholastic quarterback, Bradley played for the University of Texas Longhorns for three seasons. Unable to run the Wishbone offense, Bradley was demoted and switched to defensive back, where he reinvented himself as a ball hawk. After being drafted by the lowly Philadelphia Eagles, he became a triple threat who punted, returned, and played free safety and was the first player to lead the NFL in interceptions in consecutive seasons. After a thirty-year coaching career in the World Football, Canadian Football, and National Football Leagues, Bradley retired to his native Texas. There, he and his wife, Susan, cared for their son, Matt, a talented college quarterback who became a paraplegic after a savage assault by a drunk college student. Matt made a heroic eleven-year effort to regain the use of his voice and motor skills before he died in 2020. Today, Bradley is engaged in another struggle, this one with memory loss and other cognitive impairments caused by the many concussions he suffered during his nine-year playing career in the NFL. But he is determined to live his life to the fullest. Blue-Eyed Soul Brother is the inspirational story of a man whose contagious enthusiasm for life raised the spirits of those around him in both good and bad times--a story about the resilience of the human spirit in the face of personal tragedy, and a story to remember when life doesn't appear to be going your way.
Strictly Big Bass
Little fish are liars. Big fish hold all the secrets.It all begins with that silent prayer for some degree of success; to fool that wonderfully wild creature into taking the bait.The journey might begin with a cup of worms and a cane pole; or it might take rook with a huge collection of plastic boxes holding a multitude of this season's can't miss artificial baits.However it starts, most of us can easily recall two fish... the first one we caught-and the biggest one.My goal with this book is not to help you catch a bunch of fish; it's to help you catch a bunch of BIG fish.
Courtside
40 years of stunning basketball photography--both on the court and off--from one of the sport's greatest chroniclers. This handsome coffee table book is the perfect gift for the basketball fan in your life. As one of the NBA's premier photographers, Nathaniel S. Butler has shot it all. From iconic moments like Ray Allen's corner three to intimate portraits of Bill Russell and the NBA50 and NBA75 teams to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant and Steph Curry clinching championships, if it was a history-making basketball moment, Butler was there. Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography is a spectacular photographic collection spanning the first four decades of Butler's career, including the current draft class's rookie season. With commentary from NBA legends across generations, including Patrick Ewing, Steph Curry, Jeremy Lin, and Victor Wembanyama, this is the insider look at the National Basketball Association and the man whose photographs have helped define its rise.
Strictly Big Bass
Little fish are liars. Big fish hold all the secrets.It all begins with that silent prayer for some degree of success; to fool that wonderfully wild creature into taking the bait.The journey might begin with a cup of worms and a cane pole; or it might take rook with a huge collection of plastic boxes holding a multitude of this season's can't miss artificial baits.However it starts, most of us can easily recall two fish... the first one we caught-and the biggest one.My goal with this book is not to help you catch a bunch of fish; it's to help you catch a bunch of BIG fish.
Underwater
"Horrifying stuff that we desperately need to know." -- Scott Ostler, sports columnist, San Francisco Chronicle Backed by hundreds of interviews and thousands of pages of USA Swimming files subpoenaed by the FBI, Irvin Muchnick uncovers a generation of cover-ups involving some of the sport's biggest names The hundreds of millions who watch the thrilling spectacle of the Olympics are unaware of the extent to which their entertainment is undergirded by the systematic abuse by coaches of the underage athletes they develop. Many flag-waving fans gained some sense of the problem from the USA Gymnastics scandals, but for generations, the crimes in swimming have caused a much wider tsunami of pain and trauma around the world. Backed by thousands of pages of FBI files and the author's independent investigations, Underwater is the first comprehensive account of this ongoing and unacceptable phenomenon. Irvin Muchnick, a well-known chronicler of the dark side of sports, pulls together shocking stories involving some of the most iconic coaches in swimming history and some of the sport's most celebrated programs -- including Michael Phelps's. The book lays the blame not just at the feet of individual villains but also at a system that casually commodifies and sexualizes the vulnerable and non-consenting, prioritizing the pursuit of athletic scholarships, Olympic medals, glory, and riches. Underwater arrives just as a congressional commission has called for the first fundamental changes in the U.S. youth sports system in half a century. In the author's estimation, this reform is the only real way to protect kids from the predation of the money-first stewards of professionalized sports.
Running The Endless Race
Running the Endless Race is a story of mental anguish, survival & what it means to find something runderful in a pair of poorly fitting pinkish magenta running shoes.]After surviving a suicide attempt at only 15 years old, it took years before Ally realized that while quitting is always an option, it wasn't the right one for her. In this, her first book, Ally shares the intimate, uncomfortable, and at times hilarious truth about what it means to struggle with depression and darkness, survive a nearly fatal suicide attempt, and make the decision to create something runderful, something powerful, something worth living for in a life she'd initially wanted nothing more than to end, all while training for (and dominating) Spartan races, marathons, coaching other runners to achieve their own PR's, running a successful business, and raising 2 children of her own.]Featured in the groundbreaking film, Moving America's Soul on Suicide, Ally Robinson is speaking out about what it means to not simply find, but create, a purpose in life and make the often-difficult choice to keep moving forward because unlike marathons, in life, there is no finish line.
The Agents’ Game
In today's football world, self-representation is a mere fantasy. The role of professional agents has become indispensable; they are the linchpin in navigating the complex web of deals and negotiations. These agents are the architects of success, identifying the perfect environments for players to flourish and paving the way for their triumphs on the field. Yet, the world of football agency remains shrouded in mystery. While fans revel in the dazzling moves on the pitch, the intricate dealings behind the scenes often go unnoticed.In The Agents' Game, Peter Paleologos unveils the complexities of football agency, drawing from his own experiences and the personal stories of 28 influential deal-makers within and beyond Australia.The football agency industry is challenging, filled with moments of desperation and frustration, as well as elation and success. In The Agents' Game, these highs and lows are vividly portrayed as agents work tirelessly to secure the best opportunities for players, often facing criticism and misconceptions.The Agents' Game delves into the world of football agents, revealing that many are driven by a genuine desire to help players achieve their dreams rather than just financial gain. They possess intimate knowledge of clubs, leagues, fellow agents, and the true value of the players they represent. The book showcases that a common factor of success is a patient and diligent approach to the negotiation process, even as methods vary between agents.
Hockey and AI
Discover How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Field HockeyImagine a world where the exhilarating pace of field hockey meets the cutting-edge advancements of artificial intelligence. "Hockey and AI: The Future of the Game" offers a thrilling dive into how technology is set to redefine one of the world's fastest-growing sports. Whether you're a player, coach, or passionate fan, this book promises to be a game-changer.From the roots of field hockey to the dawn of the AI era, this gripping narrative begins with a historical journey through the sport's evolution. Understand the significant advances in equipment, training, and the indispensable role technology plays in modern field hockey. Grasp the core concepts of AI, encompassing machine learning and deep learning, with illuminating examples from various sports.For athletes and coaches, the possibilities are endless. Dive into personalized training programs designed by intelligent systems that tailor skills and strategies based on real-time data analytics. Explore AI-driven tools that not only refine techniques but also offer predictive modeling for game strategies. Imagine a coach beside you who never tires, constantly analyzing performance and offering insights that can turn the tide of a game.The book also delves into aspects of performance analysis, injury prevention, and management. Discover advanced AI tools for tracking key performance indicators, video analysis, and injury prediction. It's not just about playing smarter; it's about playing safer and longer.Engage with the future of fan experience and broadcasting, where AI brings the game closer to your heart through immersive virtual and augmented reality. Navigate through ethical considerations, ensuring a balance between technological advancement and human judgment. True-life case studies and real-world applications provide a peek into successful integrations, paving the way for a future where AI and field hockey coalesce seamlessly.This comprehensive guide concludes with steps for integrating AI into your programs, training for both coaches and players, and evaluating the success of these innovations. Prepare to be inspired, and in turn, shape the future of field hockey through the unprecedented lens of artificial intelligence.
Discovering A Life Without Limits
By the age of seven, Kyle Coon had his second eye removed and became totally blind. Discovering a Life Without Limits is the true story of Kyle going from the darkness of blindness to the world's mountain peaks while navigating everyday life. Through the journey, Kyle learns how to trust a world he cannot see and how to conquer the fear of the unknown while asking the reader a simple question: Are you ready to live a Life Without Limits?
