The British & Irish Lions
Published in Late November 2024 Authorative, comprehensive, all encompassing and the last word on the history of the British & Irish Lions - this book is essential reading for dedicated followers of the team that best represents the spirit of rugby - The British & Irish Lions is one of the most storied teams in rugby history - and this is their only official history. - Over 135 years of Lions rugby is chronicled in this authoritative and lavishly illustrated book which was originally written by Clem Thomas, (Lion #386), up to the 1993 Tour and then carried on by his son Greg and renowned rugby writer, Rob Cole. - With over 500 pages of content the book is simply the most comprehensive and thorough re-telling of Lions' history - Each tour is covered in detail - Over 400 illustrations, including photographs, paintings, scrapbooks & memorabilia - A foreword by Lions Chairman, Ieuan Evans #616 - A 75 page statistics section that includes: the score and team makeup of every Test played by the Lions, full lists of every Lion by A-Z and by order of appearance (from #1 Jack Anderton to #855 Marcus Smith), records against each country, appearances, points, tries and so much more.
Art of the Boat 2026 Wall Calendar
Twelve months of beautifully reproduced prints will transport you to the decks of day sailers, sleek America's Cup racing boats, vintage Chris-Craft runabouts, and elegant motor yachts from a bygone era. The golden age of sailing comes alive in this twelve-month calendar showcasing iconic photographs of competition sailboats, billowing spinnakers, and graceful motor yachts not only document the most glamorous era of large craft sailing and boating of all time, but also celebrate and capture on film the power, drama, and beauty of the maritime experience. Art of the Boat 2026 Wall Calendar is a celebration of the traditions of the nautical lifestyle and a siren song to the American pursuit of going to sea. Bonus spread for September-December 2025 Generous grids for adding appointments and reminders Includes major official world holidays Opens to 12 inches x 24 inches
Slam Kicks
With seventeen years of expertise as the preeminent and biggest basketball magazine in the world, SLAM Magazine is the best source to showcase the history of basketball's most iconic sneakers. SLAM Kicks is the definitive stylish and entertaining primer on the world's most popular shoe: the basketball sneaker.
Chasing the Grid
Discover the transformational journey of a conventional-minded runner to a minimalist, mountain-climbing, adventure-seeking ultrarunner determined to conquer the Catskill Mountains challenge known as the "Grid." After a successful career on Wall Street, the Catskill Mountains beckoned. In Chasing the Grid, author Kenneth Posner, a seasoned corporate worker and intrepid but non-elite runner, sets out after an ultra-distance mountain-running record which nearly destroys him. Along the way, he stumbles upon an obscure peak-bagging tradition known as the "Grid," which becomes his new obsession. The Grid is a project where a determined athlete must run, hike, or climb a list of peaks in every month of the year, the purpose being to get to know the mountains intimately, in every season. For New York's Catskill Mountains, where this story takes place, the formula requires more than 400 separate ascents. For Posner, the Grid turns out to be not just another running challenge; it's a pilgrimage. It offers a retreat from the spirit of modern running, often reduced to a one-dimensional activity driven by ego and moderated by clocks, in favor of how our ancestors moved through nature in days gone by--purposefully, patiently, and mindfully. Posner emerges from the experience as a radically different kind of runner--now running barefoot across trails and shirtless in the winter, leaving behind food, water, lights, navigational gear, and even bug spray. By following Posner in his quest to complete the Grid, readers will feel sandstone fragments under bare soles; pad across a bed of moss as luxurious as a Persian carpet; squelch with him through cool black boreal mud; dance across snow and ice; and participate in discoveries about the passage of time, the energy of nature, and the sense of self.
The Little Book of Big Excuses for Archers
Ever missed the target and needed a "perfectly reasonable" explanation? Then this book is your new best friend! The Little Book of Big Excuses for Archers delivers 111 hilarious, tongue-in-cheek excuses for every arrow that goes off course. Whether you're a target shooter, bowhunter, or weekend warrior at the local archery range, you'll find the perfect line to protect your ego - and maybe even make your friends laugh so hard they miss, too! From "The sun was in my eyes" to "My arrow wanted to explore new territory", these witty comebacks are the ultimate archer's survival kit for bad shots.
Young Indo-Fijian Women Breaking Barriers in Fijian Sporting Spaces
This book explores the gendered and racial lived everyday and sporting experiences of Brown migrant young women and girls in Fiji. The author empirically employs a novel visual and arts-based research methodology (ABRM) and arts-based method (ABM) to collect and present the data. Carefully woven non-fiction creative pieces sourced from semi-structured interviews and reflexive ethnographic observations from fieldwork bring to the forefront the voices of Indo-Fijian women and girls. Using an intersectional approach from Gayatri Spivak to Nirmal Puwar, Raewyn Connell and Judith Butler, the author illuminates the triple layer of the marginalities Indo-Fijian women and girls experience in the sporting arena within a settler-colonial context. The book shows the agency of young athletic Indo-Fijian women and how they collectively challenge hegemonic masculinities in sports. This highly timely and original book therefore contributes qualitative intersectional research to the growing body on literature of sporty women of colour in the Global South. It thus appeals to scholars and students of sociology of sports, race and ethnicity, diaspora studies, gender studies, anthropology, as well as the history of Oceania and South Asia.
Rough Diamonds
Starting in the late 19th century, South African baseball has established a fascinating and multi-layered history. Initially established by a small group of dedicated pioneers, the sport benefited from the contributions of a diverse and multi-national group of enthusiasts and opponents, including sailors, cricketers, missionaries, activists, businessmen and bureaucrats. Established at a time of social segregation, the South African game eventually developed into a system of legislated racism under apartheid. Through its willing participation in official race-based events, the sport was stripped of its innocence, and South Africa was formally expelled from the world game, only to be readmitted in 1992 following the country's slow transition to democracy. This book presents the history of South African baseball, from its inception, to its liberation from apartheid. Based on extensive archival research, this is the first integrated history of South African baseball's eventful past.
The Little Book of Big Excuses for Archers
Ever missed the target and needed a "perfectly reasonable" explanation? Then this book is your new best friend! The Little Book of Big Excuses for Archers delivers 111 hilarious, tongue-in-cheek excuses for every arrow that goes off course. Whether you're a target shooter, bowhunter, or weekend warrior at the local archery range, you'll find the perfect line to protect your ego - and maybe even make your friends laugh so hard they miss, too! From "The sun was in my eyes" to "My arrow wanted to explore new territory", these witty comebacks are the ultimate archer's survival kit for bad shots.
Hockey Hall of Fame Timeline of the Game
The players. The builders. The moments and stories that define the game. Hockey Hall of Fame Timeline of the Game is a visual catalog of hockey's history -- from the early days of a modest ice game played on ponds to today's fast-paced, global, multi-billion-dollar sport. Hockey Hall of Fame Timeline of the Game is replete with facts, stories, headlines and stats that will satiate the appetites of even the most passionate fans. Hundreds of images, from iconic photographs to obscure illustrations and rare shots, bring the history to life -- all assembled in a colorful, attention-grabbing package. This indispensable reference guides you through these eight hockey-defining eras: Pre-1875 - The early makings of a winter game on the East Coast of Canada 1875-1892 - The first organized hockey games and teams 1893-1917 - The introduction of Lord Stanley's Cup to the rise of the NHL as the dominant professional league 1917-1942 - The NHL under Frank Calder and the expansion into the U.S., anchored by players like Howie Morenz and leaders like Conn Smythe and Art Ross 1942-1967 - The uncertainties of wartime to the post-war era that would produce some of hockey's biggest stars, bitterest rivalries and most important moments, including the television revolution 1967-1993 - An era of change and challenges with the establishment of the NHLPA, the introduction of the entry draft, television rights, incoming European talent and dominant superstars that were pushing the limits of the game -- such as Guy Lafleur, Phil Esposito, Valeri Kharlamov, Scotty Bowman, Vladislav Tretiak, Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux 1993-2005 - The great southern NHL expansion, from 21 teams to 30, the first NHL lockout and the NHL goes to the 1998 Nagano Olympics 2005-Present - The 2004-05 NHL lockout, the Crosby-Ovechkin era and the rise of the women's game.
Get Up and Fight
"Rusty had that special quality that made you feel like you could fly... that you could do anything, because she was right there with you." - BILLIE JEAN KING, TENNIS CHAMPION & ACTIVISTIn 1959 Rusty's well-earned first place medal was ripped away from her because she was a woman. She fought in a judo championship against a man and won, but when the judges discovered her gender, they stripped her of her title. Women were not allowed. From that point on, Rusty had a new goal: to ensure that no woman would ever suffer such an indignity ever again!This vow sparked a fifty-year career fighting for equality-a tireless battle she would take all the way to the Olympics. In her uniquely raw, unfiltered, humorous voice, Rusty recounts the tales of her remarkable life and journey from the rough streets of Coney Island, Brooklyn, to the offices of the political, powerful and persuasive, where she established herself as a major force in the world of women's rights and the sport of judo, securing women's inclusion on the international stage. Rusty's memoir is a love story filled with passion and righteousness-for her sport, her family, and her way of life as a judoka. Often called a pioneer, Rusty was an unsung hero in the fight to give women voice and agency, in life and in sports. She did not see human limitations, only possibilities. The establishment told her "no," but "no" was not a part of her vocabulary. Instead, Rusty fought like hell, and won.In her own words, Rusty decided to "be the hammer," not the nail.
Sweat Equity
Sweat Equity is your essential guide to launching a 24/7 gym from scratch, without the hefty costs of franchises or corporate support. This beginner-friendly manual provides clear, actionable steps and insider tips to help you turn your passion for fitness into a thriving business. It covers everything from securing the perfect location and handling legal requirements to creating an irresistible brand and marketing strategy. You'll learn how to select top-quality equipment, build a supportive community, and optimize operations for round-the-clock success.Whether you're a fitness enthusiast dreaming of entrepreneurship or a seasoned professional ready to venture out on your own, Sweat Equity equips you with the knowledge and confidence to build a profitable gym on your terms. It's time to turn your sweat into success and redefine the fitness industry-one rep at a time.The book also includes the authors' personal business journey, filled with real stories of successes, failures, lessons, and triumphs. This deeply personal narrative reflects their lives and experiences, making it an inspiring and relatable read.
Hiking Nevada
DREAM IT Nevada's terrain offers dramatic alpine peaks, lush pine forests, shady redrock canyons, and 100-mile vistas. PLAN IT This fully revised fourth edition of Hiking Nevada gives you the information you need to plan your customized trip: Over 90 of the Silver State's best hikes Mile-by-mile directional cues and detailed directions to the trailheads Information on difficulty, water locations, and fees and permits for each trail DO IT This guide leads you through Nevada's national parks, mountains, archaeological gems, and more. Explore the Santa Rosa Summit Trail in northwestern Nevada. Take in the numerous prehistoric petroglyphs and pictographs at Grimes Point. Enjoy a variety of canyon and creek trails in central Nevada. MEET YOUR LOCAL EXPERT Bruce Grubbs is an avid camper, backpacker, hiker, mountain biker, and cross-country skier. A professional outdoors writer and photographer, he has written many other FalconGuides, including Hiking Arizona. He lives in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Shit Ground No Fans
*** THE CULT CLASSIC NOW IN PAPERBACK & EBOOK***'A true treasure trove of wit, wisdom and wisecracks!' LATE TACKLE MAGAZINE Shit Ground No Fans is an updated collection of 500 hilarious British football chants as sung by fans up and down the country week in, week out, a raucous and anarchic hymn book of funny and irreverent wit. Fifteen years later, it's back, ruder and funnier!When Britain gave football to the world, she also gave it a distinctive terrace culture, rich in humour, cruel in mockery and one-upmanship, foul in language. Football chants show British popular culture in raw creative mode, the fans driven by a passion for their team and a fear and loathing of their rivals, the songs tearing into every weakness of their opponents, every failing of the crappy town where it is the misfortune of their rivals to live. Over the years, very little has escaped the acerbic, spontaneous wit of the British football fan. No player ever wants to hear his name derided in song by opposition fans; no supporters like to hear their city or town mocked and scorned for its backwardness and deprivation or to be told their wife is probably a sheep and their mother plies the oldest trade in history.This updated third edition of the highly popular original versions of Shit Ground No Fans (2004, 2010) is the first in paperback and includes some of the best new chants, plus all the old classics, over 500 in total, reworked by each club's fans, sung around the country all season long. This is a book for all football fans. In a way, it is also a book by football fans. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the authentic sound of the terraces...
Wild Wisdom
Survive anything nature throws your way with these survival tips and wilderness philosophy from renowned outdoorsman and now beloved TikTok star Donny Dust. Donny Dust is a US Marine Corps veteran who now owns and operates Colorado's premier survival and wilderness self-reliance school. He's amassed two decades worth of primitive living skills everywhere from the jungles of Asia to the mountains of North America. He's appeared on reality TV series like History Channel's Alone and hosted USA Channel's Mud, Sweat and Beards. Now, Donny brings all he's learned to Wild Wisdom. He teaches you how to be more observant to help avoid danger, problem-solve, prioritize finding shelter, and to be flexible and creative when you need the right supplies for a task. He also focuses on essential gear, sheltering, building fire, staying hydrated, food, foraging, and trapping. Beautiful and instructive illustrations throughout make this is a must-carry for anyone venturing into nature. Millions of people now follow Donny Dust on TikTok to watch him craft objects from nothing but what he finds in the wilderness. Even the tools he uses to do the crafting are made from scratch, whether it's a saw, chisel, hammer, or cordage. He's made bows, arrows, axes, rope, sandals, backpacks, bowls, swords, and of course, fire--lots of fire--but Wild Wisdom offers so much more. Written by one of the country's foremost experts, it's a book for almost anyone, whether you're a longtime outdoorsperson hoping to hone your skills and deepen your appreciation and understanding of the wilderness, or a newcomer looking to take your first adventures in nature.
Breaking Serve
A national championship coach. A public arrest. A federal prison sentence. And a fight for redemption.For three decades, Michael Center was one of college tennis's most respected leaders-coaching at Kansas, TCU, and Texas, where he built the Longhorns into a national powerhouse and a rock-solid reputation.Until March 2019, when the FBI stormed his home.Caught in Operation Varsity Blues-the federal investigation into Rick Singer's admissions scheme-Center was shackled and arrested in front of his family. Overnight, he lost his job, his identity, and eventually, his freedom.While the team he built went on to win the University of Texas's first-ever NCAA Tennis Championship, Center watched from the sidelines-unemployed and spiraling. A guilty plea sent him to Three Rivers Federal Prison, just as COVID swept through the country. Alone in a sweltering solitary cell, he made a choice: survive-and rebuild.Breaking Serve is Center's raw, redemptive memoir of losing everything and fighting his way back. He shares what really happened at Texas, his harrowing experience in court and prison, and the deep emotional toll on himself, his friends and family.But this isn't just a scandal story-it's a roadmap for resilience. At the heart of his comeback are the Five Pillars that transformed his life: Empathy, Role Clarity, Purposeful Process, Standards Over Goals, and How to Compete.If you've ever faced life-altering failure, shame, or adversity, Breaking Serve is proof that you can get up-and come back stronger.
The Game of Squash
Squash can become very addictive but what a wonderful addiction! This book was written to help beginners as well as advanced players get more out of their game and discover new ways to win more matches. Most players strive to improve, but the lack of discipline or knowledge can hold them back. That's why we designed this book to give you an easy resource for all things squash. - Who can play squash? - A basic understanding of the rules - How to choose the best squash racket - Advanced Tips and tricks for improving your game - Nutrition ideas to improve your health and energy levels - The importance of injury prevention ...and a whole lot more! If you've ever felt even mildly interested in playing squash, this is the resource for you. It will tell you absolutely everything you need to know, and encourage you to make squash a valuable part of your life. And for those of you who are seasoned players, here's a positive goldmine of secrets to help you take your game to the next level.
PRIMED to Compete
Sports can build character. But it doesn't happen automatically. And good intentions are not enough. PRIMED to Compete: Coaching for Character is the definitive book for coaches who want to optimize young peoples' experience of competition and promote their character, performance, and overall well-being.This engaging new book brings cutting-edge research and practical sport experience together in an easily accessible and digestible framework. PRIMED to Compete provides a powerful way for coaches to turn the challenges of competition into opportunities for promoting positive character.The three authors bring together a century of expertise in professional and collegiate sports, youth coaching and coach education, and developmental and sport sciences. Building on Marvin W Berkowitz's highly acclaimed PRIMED model of character education and David Light Shields' influential model of True Competition, PRIMED to Compete offers a comprehensive, user-friendly guide to shaping sports environments that build healthy relationships, fair and collaborative mindsets, and core values and virtues. Rooted in science, it provides practical guidance for building team cultures that support both optimal sport performance and character growth across multiple dimensions.
Golf Wars
SHORTLISTED FOR THE CHARLES TYRWHITT SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2025 - GOLF BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Unmissable' - Golf News 'A superbly detailed account of an uprising in professional golf' - Andrew Cotter Golf is at war. PGA vs. LIV. Establishment vs. upstart. This is the story of how golf was ripped apart. The battle for the future of professional golf has been blazing. The Saudi-backed organisation LIV Golf has struck at the very heart of the golfing establishment, setting up rival tournaments with enormous prize pots and pitting the game's most famous players against each other. Led by legend Greg Norman, it has enticed the likes of Sergio Garc穩a, Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood and Jon Rahm, parking its tanks on the manicured greens of the traditional game. Its tagline: Golf but louder. With LIV now in its fourth season and little sign of the struggle abating, BBC Golf Correspondent Iain Carter delivers the fascinating - and ongoing - account of a sporting upheaval. Golf Wars spotlights the key players, both on the course and in the boardroom, exploring how the PGA Tour and other traditional organisations are fighting back. Carter covers every twist and turn, hearing from influential figures including Rory McIlroy, Jay Monahan, Greg Norman, Keith Pelley and Tiger Woods. Through expert and up-to-date analysis of all sides of this bitter conflict, Carter reveals how the saga is unfolding and what it means for golf's future. Has the controversial Saudi Arabian state essentially bought the game? Is LIV just a sportwashing series of glitzy exhibition tournaments? Or is it a welcome challenge to the golfing hegemony and a long-awaited refresh of tired traditions? This epic tale of fierce internal warfare has shaken golf to its core and marks a seminal moment in sporting history.
Fairways & Femininity
Fairways and Femininity: Women in Golf By Stacey Soans Toronto, Canada From the heart of Toronto, Stacey Soans brings a fresh and empowering perspective to the evolving world of women in golf. Fairways and Femininity is more than a celebration of sport-it's a journey into how golf has become a global stage for female empowerment, elegance, networking, and connection. Through compelling storytelling and real-world insight, Stacey highlights the trailblazing women who've shaped the game-from the iconic fairways of St. Andrews to the championship greens of Pebble Beach, and from South Africa's scenic courses to vibrant communities in Scottsdale and beyond. This book explores how women are embracing the golf course not only for play but for powerful networking opportunities, career growth, and building lasting relationships in business and life. Stacey Soans also dives deep into golf course fashion, showcasing how modern athletes like Nelly Korda and Atthaya Thitikul are expressing style, grace, and individuality-transforming the fairway into a runway. Inside, you'll find: -A beginner's guide to help women step onto the course with confidence -Practical travel tips and scenic golf destination highlights -Wellness strategies for staying energized on and off the green -Reflections on fashion, mindset, and personal growth through the game Fairways and Femininity is a bold, inclusive, and inspiring look at how golf has become more than a game-it's a lifestyle.
The DIY Fishing Manual
"The DIY Fishing Manual" is more than just a guide - it's an invitation to create and fish with heart and soul, and to explore the fascinating world of homemade fishing gear for both saltwater and freshwater.Within these pages, you'll embark on a rewarding journey through various fishing techniques - from pole fishing to spinning, from light rock fishing to tenkara. You won't just learn how to build rods, floats, and artificial lures - you'll experience the unique joy of seeing your handcrafted creations come to life.The personal satisfaction that comes from the bend of a handmade rod or the glimmer of a custom lure is unmatched. This passion is reflected in Lelio's own fishing experiences, where every catch becomes a triumph - a perfect blend of craftsmanship and fishing strategy that forges a deep connection between the angler and their gear.There is nothing quite like catching a fish with gear you built yourself. It's a moment where creativity, dedication, and skill unite to create a truly memorable fishing experience. "The DIY Fishing Manual" will guide you every step of the way, offering not just practical instructions, but the promise of a deeper, more rewarding connection to your time on the water.I invite you to dive into this adventure, to build with your hands, and to fish with your heart - discovering the authentic joy behind every single catch.Happy reading, and happy crafting!
Bark Canoes
"This handsomely illustrated work presents a clear and succinct review of the talented, driven, and irascible [Adney]... Recommended." -- Choice The bark canoe was the method of water travel for centuries, by native people in North America. The canoe made possible hunting, trade, and communication between native groups. Edwin Tappan Adney singlehandedly preserved the fading history of Indigenous bark canoe construction in North America. He built 110 historically accurate canoe models, many based on canoes that were the last remaining example of their type. Adney calculated that his canoe models consumed over 20,000 hours of detailed drawing, research and building. Bark Canoes profiles Adney's life and life's work. Born in the United States in 1868, he lived much of his adult life in Canada. His last years were spent almost penniless in a small bungalow in New Brunswick. Canoe research and model building were only one of the passions that drove this extraordinary man. Respected by scholars for his work with canoes, ethnography and Native languages, he struggled against enormous odds to create and preserve his models and papers. Now owned by the Mariners' Museum in Newport News, Virginia, 110 of his beloved canoe models have been photographed and are presented here in splendid color. This book is a great resource for anyone interested in the history of Indigenous people -- and how they lived -- in North America. The Mariners' Museum holds the largest international collection of maritime artifacts in North America, including ship models, paintings and hundreds of thousands of vintage photographs.
NFL Moments
Over its 105-year history, the NFL has built franchise empires, created icons, integrated itself into the fabric of American culture and captivated fans around the globe. At the core of the NFL are the stories of the iconic players and leaders who drove the NFL from a modest association struggling to define itself against the college game to the most exciting and profitable sports league in the world. Through snappy prose and historic photographs, NFL Moments catalogs the league's larger-than-life characters and their defining stories. The book features these and many more moments: the founding of the NFL the stories of the Forgotten Four and the emergence of Black athletes Joe Namath's guarantee Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception the unrivalled improvisational skills of Patrick Mahomes. From the foreword: Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, the matriarch of a fabled political dynasty, once reflected, "Life isn't a matter of milestones, but of moments." For football fans everywhere, whatever their rooting interest, this sentiment could not be truer. Moments of inspiration. Moments of achievement. Moments of sorrow. Moments of high drama and of low comedy. Moments that survive years, even decades, after they actually occurred. The people, places, innovations and exploits that define a franchise, a league, a sport, and the eras that spawned them.
Sachin
The wait is over. For the world's finest batsman and for a nation of cricket lovers whose hopes and ambitions accompanied Sachin Tendulkar every time he stepped out to bat. On 16 March 2012, at Mirpur in Dhaka, after opening the innings for India, Sachin nudged the ball to behind square leg in the forty-fourth over to cross the final barrier: a hundred centuries in international cricket. In this account of the master batsman's incredible journey, sportswriter V. Krishnaswamy takes us through every hundred, every peak scaled on Sachin's way to the top. With an introduction by former India captain Rahul Dravid and a foreword by Sachin's first and most famous coach Ramakant Achrekar, this is a book for every cricket and Sachin fan.
Enter the Dangal
'When I'm on the mat, I am so filled with this awareness that the slightest touch feels like electricity to my body, and my body reacts to that the same way it would have reacted if I touched a livewire.' Wrestling, kushti, rules the farmlands, as it has for centuries. It had pride of place in the courts of Chalukya kings and Mughal emperors. It was embraced by Hinduism and its epics, and has led its own untroubled revolution against the caste system. The British loved it when they first came to India, then rejected it during the freedom struggle. No, wrestling has never been marginal -- even if it is largely ignored in modern-day narratives of sport and culture. From the Great Gama to Sushil Kumar -- whose two Olympic medals yanked the kushti out of rural obscurity and on to TV screens -- and the many, many pehalwans in between, Enter the Dangal goes behind the scenes to the akharas that quietly defy urbanization. It travels to villages and small towns to meet the intrepid women who fight their way into this 'manly' sport. Beyond the indifferent wrestling associations and an impervious media is an old, old sport.Enter the dangal, and you may never leave.
Out Of The Blue
'When you are Rajasthan, last in the plate division, never having won the title, never even coming close to a final in over three decades, you don' t play to win the honour, you play to save what you can of yours. ' Ending up at the very bottom of the Ranji Trophy 's lower division shook Rajasthan up. The team staked all it had on the season of 2010-11; it became the player's one shot at redemption. This is the inspiring true story of the player's motivation, their passion for cricket, and of a cricket association that changed the rules of how domestic cricketers are groomed in India. Together, they resurrected the Rajasthan team - against all odds. This is the scintillating story of Rajasthan's first Ranji Trophy win, written by the team's highly successful opening batsman himself. If Aakash Chopra's first book laid bare the administrative apathy and corruption that domestic cricket is mired in, this one is a closeup of what it could be.
Bhiwani Junction
'Havana. Harlem. Haryana. There is a thread that runs through these centres of excellence in boxing... They are places where young boys can choose a career in crime if they want to, and they often do. Or, turn to boxing.' Vijender Singh's one bronze medal in Beijing has changed the fortunes of an entire sport in India. At the very least, it dramatically transformed one town: Bhiwani. Or did Bhiwani transform Indian boxing? The nation now knows Bhiwani as being synonymous with the handsome Olympian heartthrob and then some. Boxing is the new sexy, Vijender is the face of it, and Bhiwani is its home. But inspiring as that tale is and considerable though India's successes in the sport have been since his bronze, the story - as is true of everything in India - is more complex. The sport has a long and meandering history, a Raj connection and a nationalist one, and decades of Indian rule and misrule. There have been many boxing centres in the country, beginning with Calcutta and Mumbai. The state of Manipur has had a long, conflicted history with the sport, as has the Indian Army. Blood, sweat, tears and a healthy dose of conspiracy: the story of Indian boxing is dramatic, simultaneously dispiriting and inspiring.
Bleeding Green
The Hartford Whalers were a beloved hockey team from their founding in 1972 as the New England Whalers. Playing in the National Hockey League's smallest market and arena after the World Hockey Association merger in 1979, they struggled in a division that included both the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens--but their fans were among the NHL's most loyal. In 1995 new owners demanded a new arena and, when it fell through, moved the team to North Carolina, rebranding as the Hurricanes. Unlike fellow franchises that have folded or relocated with little fanfare, the Whalers' fan base stayed with the team, which remains as popular as ever. Even though more than two decades have come and gone since Connecticut's only professional sports team moved, nobody has forgotten the Whalers, their history, and their unique--and still highly profitable--logo. And while the NHL continues to thrive without them, their impact stretches far beyond the ice and into an entirely different cultural arena. Part sports history and part civic history, Bleeding Green shows vividly why the Whalers remain firmly embedded in the American milieu and have had a lasting impact on not only the NHL but the sports landscape as a whole.
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