America Tees Off
In 1887 a linen salesman from New York City visited the Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland, considered to be the oldest golf course in the world. While there, he visited the shop of golf legend Old Tom Morris. He purchased six clubs and some balls. Soon after his return home, this purchase triggered a golf explosion that would soon see America not only take up the game but also take it over. America Tees Off tracks golf's impact on the country and the game since this historic purchase, with dozens of wide-ranging stories from when the game first took hold in the United States to the present day. These stories cover both the great amateur and professional players, as well as the golf adventures of average players and the not-so-average, like U.S. presidents, athletes in other sports, Hollywood stars, and the mega-wealthy. You'll read about what was thought to be a highly questionable land purchase in the Sandhills of North Carolina in 1895 that led to the golf mecca of Pinehurst, how Babe Didrikson Zaharias's husband used his cigar to give her assistance during tournament play, and how the scientist who worked on the atomic bomb at Los Alamos helped President Eisenhower improve his game. America Tees Off also covers the effect of American ingenuity on the game's equipment and how the sport was televised. These lesser-known, behind-the-scenes true stories will entertain and inform the most serious golf enthusiasts as well as those just getting into the sport's colorful history.
Matchless
"What we have here is not mere game narrative of major championships, but sportswriting embedded in a larger cultural context." -- The Wall Street Journal: "10 Books That Belong on Every Golfer's Bookshelf"United States Golf Association, 2026 Herbert Warren Wind Award Winner for contribution to golf literature.Winner of the USGA Herbert Warren Wind Book Award'Finally - a book that truly captures the inspiring and uniquely gifted women from a largely forgotten golfing age. A wonderful read from start to finish' - Iona Stephen, Sky Sports presenter, commentator and hostFrom the moment women began hosting championships of their own in 1893, one of golf's burning questions became whether any woman would ever approach the mythical ideal of playing perfect golf. It took three decades of striving - at a time when Suffragettes were stubbornly fighting for women's rights - before Joyce Wethered and Glenna Collett delivered an unequivocal answer to that question.From their first meeting at Troon in 1925, through a decade highlighted by their breathtaking match at St Andrews, the Englishwoman and the American brought out in one another golf so sublime that rare was the player, man or woman, who could perform as brilliantly.The rivalry between Wethered and Collett generated such widespread interest and respect that it paved the way for the birth of a women's professional tour. Matchless tells the story of these two incomparable golfers - women who personified the ambitions of their age.
Braver in the Saddle
A gentle, confidence-building journal for riders who want to feel calmer, braver, and more connected in the saddle. Braver in the Saddle is designed for anxious riders, returning riders, and anyone rebuilding trust with themselves or their horse. Through weekly reflections, guided ride logs, grounding practices, and simple mindset tools, this journal helps riders notice progress, celebrate small wins, and find ease again in the saddle-at their own pace.Ideal for: Adult amateursNervous ridersReturning ridersQuiet, relationship-focused horsemanshipA thoughtful and reassuring gift for any rider who needs to hear: "You're doing better than you think."
The Parents' Guide to Raising a Lacrosse Player
The Parents' Guide to Raising a Lacrosse Player: A Mental Health Approach, helps parents and players to understand the impact that mental health issues have on an athlete. This book not only raises awareness but gives both parents and players concrete strategies to cope with these adversities. Erica Dixon is a licensed clinical professional counselor and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor. She has over 29 years of experience treating a wide range of mental health and behavioral issues. She owns a private practice in Maryland where she resides with her husband, Mark and two sons. This book began as a way for Erica to process her own feelings after her oldest lacrosse player was hospitalized during his freshman season. She extended the book to include chapters about her own clients; other collegiate lacrosse players struggling with mental health issues. As a result, a short book took form. So, throw it in your bag and read it during halftime. Erica's sincere hope is that this book helps at least one reader.
Tee-It-Up Toughness
This book is your ultimate guide to playing smarter, tougher golf and to lowering your golf scores.What separates the player who shoots 90 from the one who shoots 80? or 80 from 75?It's seldom about physical ability or technical knowledge.THE REAL DIFFERENCE IS HOW THEY THINK THEIR WAY AROUND THE GOLF COURSE.In this revised first edition, Tee It Up Toughness takes you inside the minds of some of golf's greatest champions in the PGA world-from Brooks Koepka to Tiger Woods, to Nancy Lopez and Scottie Scheffler.What are the skills that transformed their games to endure the most pressure-filled moments on the course?While their stories are inspiring, this book is also a practical, hands-on roadmap to transforming your own mental approach to this amazing game."Written in a trusted, straight-shooting caddie coaching style that feels like he is walking at your side, this book delivers with a blend of humor, wisdom and practical advice."Through proven exercises, worksheets, and techniques, this book will show you how to: Develop a bulletproof pre-shot routine for consistency under pressureBounce back from disappointing shots and holesTransform your nerves from performance-killers to performance-enhancersFollow an 8-week Progressive Mental Toughness Training program that builds your mental strength in a systematic and permanent wayManage your stress, manage your anger and think smarter on the golf courseThe benefits of golf extend far beyond lower scores.Golf tests your character, reveals and strengthens it for life's 'tough lie's'."Whether you're struggling to break 100 or competing for club championships, Tee-it-up Toughness provides the mental tools to play with greater confidence, consistency, and enjoyment."Isn't it time your mental game matched the effort you put into your swing?Isn't it time you managed your mind around the course, played tougher golf and shot your best score yet?This is book one in the Tee It Up series.The series aims to build complete golfers through mental game mastery and technical excellence.158 pages 30,000 words Includes workshop forms, drill guides and practical templates
Fifa World Cup 2026: The Official Guide
The definitive illustrated guide to the biggest FIFA World Cup ever is here! FIFA World Cup 2026: The Official Guide is the essential companion to the world's biggest sporting event. With 48 nations competing in 16 cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico, the 2026 tournament promises to the most exciting, competitive and spectacular edition yet. Inside the Official Guide, you'll find everything you need to follow the FIFA World Cup, including: Guides to all 16 host cities, from Mexico City to Miami and Toronto to New York. Analysis of every team competing. Profiles of star players to watch. Reviews of the qualifiers across Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa and Oceania. A fill-in guide to track results as the tournament progresses. Packed full of facts and statistics, and illustrated with superb photography throughout, this is the only handbook you'll need to follow all the action at FIFA World Cup 2026.
Playing The Game
Who would win a penalty shoot-out between an elephant and the captain of Aylesbury United?Playing the Game reveals the answer - just one of the astonishing stories from the football club's early history, from its foundation in 1897 to the post-war years.For the first time author Mike Snell divulges the fascinating tales behind the players, the matches, the rivalries, and the trophies, as football fever started to sweep the country and the game became part of the national consciousness.Learn the circumstances and characters behind Aylesbury United's formation, the team that delivered the club's first silverware, the players that never returned from the two World Wars, as well as the two brothers who came to England to escape the holocaust and went on to represent both the Ducks and the USA as internationals - and much more.This book also includes individual player and team statistics from formation to the start of the Second World War.
Every Cast
Every Cast - Stephen Sautner's New Book Chronicles the Obsession of Angling From trout to bonefish to striped bass, more than 60 stories written by a master storyteller For more than three decades, Stephen Sautner has quietly pursued a fishing addiction while writing about it for The New York Times, The FlyFish Journal, The Drake, Hatch, Anglers Journal, Patagonia, and other publications. His latest book, Every Cast: Stories from a Deeply Hooked Angler gathers more than 60 essays, blending previously published work with more than a dozen new stories. Whether fly fishing for trout, salmon, or bonefish, surfcasting for striped bass, ice fishing for perch, or remembering lost fishing friends, Sautner's insightful, sometimes poignant, and often humorous observations underscore what Thoreau meant when he wrote: "Many men go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after." Sautner freely embraces his compulsion. As he writes in the book's introduction: "They are out there, right now, casting in plain view. . . These are the fish-junkies--angling's version of meth heads. They are forever chasing the dopamine jolt that comes from the perfect cast, the perfect rise, the perfect release. The perfect . . . I know because I am one of them." The far-reaching stories in Every Cast include casting for wild trout in the familiar Catskill Mountains--the birthplace of American fly fishing--to more exotic locations such as the Alaskan backcountry, Canadian Rockies, and even the Panama Canal. Sautner casts and writes with equal enthusiasm, whether stalking bonefish on a lonely Bahamian flat or chasing schools of striped bass on a beach crowded with scores of his fellow anglers. His stories are not only about angling adventure, but also what can happen between casts: dealing with a surly fishing guide, insect hatches declining on a favorite stream, even witnessing a drowning on a river. The essays in Every Cast will resonate not only with fellow anglers, but anyone who appreciates well-crafted writing by a master storyteller.
Only Golfers Can Understand
A classic volume of ruminations on the greatness of golf. This book is devoted to enjoying the ups and downs of the game. It is the perfect gift for anyone starting out, still going, or thinking about coming back home. It is sure to help readers enjoy their golf more.
Budo Taijutsu
Budo Taijutsu (Martial Arts Body Technique), combines the essence of nine classical martial art systems from Japan. Through his organisation, the Bujinkan, Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi-sensei has overseen the growth of Budo Taijutsu to many thousands of practitioners worldwide. Its training philosophy of developing your response in accordance with the situation provides both a dynamic martial art and practical form of self-defence.In this expanded Second Edition, author and illustrator Duncan Mitchell presents a systematic reference for both beginners and experienced students.Part One - Foundations of Budo TaijutsuBasic training advice, physical preparation exercises and how to take a fall safely before moving on to providing clear diagrams and brief explanations for the essential basic techniques of striking, joint locks, throws, choking and self-defence.Part Two - Kihon Gata (Basic Forms)Provides a reference to the essential foundational forms, including Sanshin no Kata, Kihon Happo, and Ukemi Gata Taihenjutsu.Part Three - Keiko Gata (Practice Forms)Presents detailed descriptions of the basic practice forms for: - Shinden Fudo Ryu Dakentaijutsu- Gyokko Ryu Kosshijutsu- Koto Ryu Koppojutsu- Togakure Ryu Ninpo Taijutsu- Kuki Shinden Ryu Dakentaijutsu- Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu
The Orvis Quick-Start Guide to Fly-Fishing
Buy this book on a Wednesday, and you could be out catching fish on Saturday morning! The Orvis Quick-Start Guide to Fly Fishing is the only book a first-time angler needs to go from zero to catching fish in no time at all. Many people believe that learning to fly-fish is very difficult, but the truth is that, with a little expert instruction, anyone can become a successful fly fisher in a matter of days. Phil Monahan's just-the-basics approach will teach you what makes fly-fishing so special, exactly what tackle and gear you need for any given fishing situation, how to cast a fly rod, and fundamental fly-fishing techniques that catch fish. Everything is explained simply, clearly, and concisely without a lot of extraneous information, so you'll have the knowledge and skills to go out on the water with confidence. Important topics include: Tackle Selection--Making sure you have the right tools Casting--Including step-by-step photos featuring Orvis instructor Pete Kutzer Fish Biology and Behavior--Understand the species you're targeting Basic Entomology and Fly Selection--How to identify and imitate the bugs trout eat How to Read Water--Learn where fish live in rivers and lakes Fly Presentation--How to put all this knowledge together to catch fish Warmwater Fly Fishing--A whole chapter on how to catch bass and panfish
I Can't Stop Thinking about Var
SHORTLISTED IN THE CHARLES TYRWHITT SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2025 LONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR Is it football any more? 'Fascinating and persuasive' The Herald 'Everyone involved in the VAR controversy should read this short, beautifully-written book and think again' Sir Michael Barber In 2019, the English Premier League introduced the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), a way of using technology to review and correct the on-field referee's decisions. It's been a disaster: players hate it, managers hate it, pundits line up to pour scorn on its decisions, and fans have coined the chant 'it's not football any more' to describe its effect on the game. Almost every other sport in the world has managed to integrate technology into its decision-making process. Why is football failing so badly? Is it a special case, or have the game's authorities got something wrong? And what does the controversy about VAR tell us about the nature of authority, rationality and technology in the 21st century?
Return of the King
Return of the King tells the story of Muhammad Ali's return to the ring in 1970, after a more than three-year suspension for refusing his draft notice as a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War. With Ali's career still in doubt, he found new support in shifting public opinion about the war and in Atlanta, a city still governed by white supremacy, but a white supremacy decidedly different from that of its neighbor cities in the Deep South. Atlanta had been courting and landing professional sports teams in football, basketball, and baseball since the end of 1968. An influential state politician, Leroy Johnson, Georgia's first Black state senator since Reconstruction, was determined to help Ali return after his exile. The state had no boxing commission to prevent Ali from fighting there, so Johnson made it his mission for Ali to make a comeback in Georgia. Ali's opponent would be Jerry Quarry, the top heavyweight contender and, more important, a white man who had spoken out against Ali's objection to the war. In Return of the King, Thomas Aiello examines the history of Muhammad Ali, Leroy Johnson, and the city of Atlanta, while highlighting an important fight of Ali's that changed the trajectory of his career. Although the fight between Ali and Quarry lasted only three rounds, those nine minutes changed boxing forever and were crucial to both the growth of Atlanta and the rebirth of Ali's boxing career.
Pilates for Runners
RUN BETTER. RECOVER SMARTER. STAY INJURY-FREE. Pilates provides the foundation for sustainable running. It strengthens your core, improves flexibility, enhances balance, and sharpens mental focus--all essential for efficient, injury-free running. Running alone can't do it all. Tight hips, weak glutes, poor posture, and repetitive strain can slow you down--or sideline you altogether. That's where Pilates comes in. Whether you're training for a race or running for fitness, Pilates helps you run with better form and less effort; prevents common injuries like IT band syndrome, shin splints, and runner's knee; and makes recovery faster while building long-term resilience. Pilates for Runners features include: - Fully illustrated with over 200 photos in full color- Over 50 exercises with detailed follow-along instructions- Training flows designed specifically for runners- Pre- and post-run warm up and mobility routines - Easy to integrate with your current training and recovery cycles No matter your fitness level, you'll find practical, time-efficient workouts designed to complement your running and elevate your performance. So...what are you waiting for? Order your copy today!
Emotionally Intelligent Coaching
Great coaching isn't just about strategy--it's about understanding people. The best teams aren't just built on talent; they thrive on trust, communication, and emotional intelligence.Emotionally Intelligent Coaching provides a game-changing framework for coaches who want to lead with impact, connect deeply with their players, and build a championship culture. By using the Enneagram, a powerful tool for understanding motivation and behavior, coaches will learn how to bring out the best in each athlete, improve team dynamics, and navigate challenges with confidence.With practical insights, real-world coaching examples, and a deep dive into the nine unique personality types, this informative guide equips coaches to adapt their leadership approach, foster resilience, and create lasting influence both on and off the field.Winning is important, but building strong, motivated, and inspired athletes is what truly sets great coaches apart. Emotionally Intelligent Coaching will help coaches step up their leadership and transform the way they coach.
The Soccer 100
A celebration of the beautiful game and its 100 greatest players, from the pre-World War II exploits of Dixie Dean to the modern-day genius of Kylian Mbapp矇 and Lionel MessiThese players left legacies, redefined the game with trademark skills, and grew into national icons. They have their stats--the goals, the wins, the trophies--but, more importantly, they have their stories. One World Cup winner owned a nightclub that briefly transformed a corner of industrial Germany into one of the hippest places around. An Austrian forward's death is still shrouded in mystery. A striker who might have become a telephone technician had he not been spotted playing soccer was eventually elected president of his country. And there are unanswered questions. How did Pel矇's Brazil shirt from the 1958 World Cup quarterfinal go missing in a Welsh school? Which goalkeeper was so good that one opponent considered scoring against him akin to "winning a trophy"?Through extensive research and interviews, The Athletic soccer staff, led by Oliver Kay and James Horncastle, discovered angles and tales that shine a new light on the sport's most compelling characters.They faced an impossible riddle, too: Of the thousands of players to hit the pitch, who is the best? Their efforts to find the answer took the foremost sports newsroom on a journey, and what emerges is more than a ranking. Through all-new, vivid portraits of each athlete, The Soccer 100 is a tribute to the greatest players to have ever graced the most popular sport on the planet.
Elite Hockey Defense
Develop defensive hockey players at all levels.Defensive skills often receive less attention and recognition than their offensive counterparts. In Elite Hockey Defense: Skills and Strategies for the Modern Game, author Dave Cameron lays out the essential tools coaches need to create game-changing defensive players.Skills such as transitions, backward acceleration, and passing and receiving passes are fundamental to the position of defense but are often overlooked in exchange for simple shooting practice. By incorporating skating development and puck control along with instruction on positional play, strategy, communication, and specific zone play, coaches can foster more adaptable defensive players. Cameron also goes in-depth on the split-second decision-making that players encounter in game situations and offers guidance on developing players in a way that prepares them to assess scenarios as they arise.Elite Hockey Defense: Skills and Strategies for the Modern Game contains a drill finder that will help readers quickly locate the most appropriate drills for their players, and Coaching Tips note key points that coaches should focus on during each drill. These tips highlight why the drills are beneficial, what skills are being developed, and note technique tips and common player mistakes to look out for.Build an unstoppable defensive force on the ice. With expert advice that has been used at all levels, Elite Hockey Defense: Skills and Strategies for the Modern Game is the perfect tool for coaches looking to elevate the performance of their defensive players.
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.
Squash
Updated and with a new afterword from the author, this definitive history of squash by journalist James Zug is a must-read for squash lovers and sports history buffs alike, capturing the evolution of one of America's greatest games. Step into the fast-paced world of squash with this ultimate deep dive into one of America's fastest-growing sports. This newly updated edition of Squash packs in fresh stories and insights, charting the racquet sport's evolution. From its scrappy beginnings in the 1850s, when English schoolboys invented the game in alleys and yards, to its arrival on US soil in 1884, squash has grown into a global phenomenon. Award-winning journalist James Zug takes readers on a fascinating journey, exploring defining moments like the pivotal shift in the 1990s from the one court size to another, a change that propelled the US to international squash dominance. The game has over 1.6 million players in this country, a growing presence in schools and colleges, and is on the brink of its next big milestone--making its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Packed with vibrant profiles of squash legends, Zug's narrative goes beyond the court. He uncovers the game's rich cultural roots, tracing its elite origins and its expansion into public and commercial clubs. Along the way, he captures the passion, drama, and camaraderie that make squash so much more than just a sport. In the tradition of iconic sports histories like David Halberstam's The Amateurs, Squash isn't just for players--it's for anyone who loves a great story. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or curious newcomer to the game, this is your definitive guide to the lasting legacy of squash.
Skateboard Culture
A celebration of skateboard culture from the 1970s to today, featuring interviews with legendary skaters including Tony Hawk and Mark Gonzales, a foreword by director Spike Jonze, and over 400 rare photographs and images Since the 1970s, skateboarding has emerged from the fringes of the Californian underground to become a global phenomenon and a culture of its own. Throughout each passing decade, skateboarding's creativity, both on and off the board, has influenced mainstream fashion, photography, music, art, and film. In this beautifully designed celebration of skateboarding, Morgan Bouvant and S矇bastien Carayol retrace the rich history of skateboard culture through seventeen exclusive interviews with legendary skaters; numerous engaging essays recounting key events, crucial local scenes, and meaningful anecdotes in skate history; nostalgic explorations of brands, movies, and fashion; and over 400 photos by iconic skateboard photographers, carefully curated advertisements by legendary brands, and detailed diagrams showcasing skateboard anatomy and the different types of tricks. Perfect for skaters old and new, Skateboard Culture is a stunning ode to more than five decades of free-spirited rebellion.
The Jeet Kune Do Archives
Jeet Kune Do, the art and philosophy developed by Bruce Lee, was a groundbreaking movement that not only changed the world of martial arts but also redefined how we approach personal development and self-expression in the fighting arts. Lee's philosophy was not confined by tradition or rigid structure; it was dynamic, fluid, and ever-evolving, much like the man himself. This compilation is a tribute to the lasting legacy of JKD, bringing together key writings that offer insight into its history, philosophy, and evolution. In an era of ever-changing ideas, fleeting trends, and the constant flow of information, it's easy to overlook the enduring power of the written word. This collection brings together a series of articles about the art of Jeet Kune Do written over a span of time, each piece representing a unique snapshot of thought, philosophy, and conversation from a previous period. These articles, though born from specific moments in time, carry with them ideas and reflections that resonate with us today in surprising and often profound ways. The objective of this work is to preserve what it was said originally in the past and rescue what [probably] has been lost along the way.
Be Expert with Map and Compass
The classic map and compass navigation guide, updated with new features and tips Be Expert with Map and Compass is a popular, easy-to-use orienteering handbook that has been helping people find their way for more than 70 years. This new edition contains a variety of updates on the essentials of map reading, with new photos and stories included throughout. In this refreshed, modern take on the classic outdoor navigation guide, readers will learn: How to read a map, map symbols, traveling by map and compass alone or by map and compass together, finding bearings, sketching maps, and traveling in the wilderness Compass design basics, how to test your compass skills, understand declination, and special uses of your compass in fishing and hunting Competitive orienteering basics, with information on how to organize an orienteering event and prepare the course beforehand The Fourth Edition of Be Expert with Map and Compass remains the book of choice for professional outdoorsmen, novice orienteers, and outdoor organizations as well as teachers, scout leaders, recreational hikers, hunters, and others around the world seeking to feel more comfortable in the wilderness.
Lionel Messi - Fan Book
This book celebrates a once-in-a-lifetime genius and this dazzling career charting how Lionel Messi rewrote the record books and redefined how soccer should be played. Celebrated as the greatest soccer player in the history of the game, Lionel Messi's record-breaking career is a story of unprecedented goals and glory. The Inter Miami CF and Argentina superstar's remarkable achievements have made him one of the world's most famous athletes and a player who is always synonymous with entertainment, style and passion. When Messi joined MLS in the summer of 2023, his transfer to Inter Miami made headlines worldwide and with his first full league season starting in February, renewed Messi mania is set to sweep America. No one has been named FIFA World Player of the Year more than the eight times Messi has won the coveted award, while his seven Ballon d'Or triumphs are also a record. The scorer of more than 800 goals for club and country, he captained Argentina to victory at the 2022 World Cup and boasts more than 40 major domestic and international winner's medals in his extraordinary personal collection.
Scales & Scars
When the water goes black and the air runs thin, Gary Saurage learns the only rule that matters: don't quit. Scales & Scars follows his climb from a rough start to the front lines of risk-undercover rooms, high-water rescues, and a sanctuary where "nuisance" gators get a second chance. Storms level what he builds; grit and family raise it again. It's a true story about danger, mercy, and the stubborn kind of faith that keeps showing up. Raw, fast, and full of heart, this book will leave you rooting for a man who refuses to back down when the wild closes in.For readers who crave real stakes and real redemption, Scales & Scars pulls you into the moments that test a life and the choices that dene it, then dares you to keep turning the page.
Ball Four, Take Your Base!
What do you do when death threats circulate against you in a prison, and the inmate baseball teams you coach as a volunteer push ordinary competition into the danger zone? Strike Three, You're Out! described Kent Philpott's experiences coaching baseball at San Quentin Prison during the 2010 season during rising turmoil among the team inmates. Ball Four, Take Your Base! continues the story into 2011 and 2012 of how a perfectly wonderful game can be both a joy and ruined by friendly and unfriendly competition and undercover activities. Stories from other visiting teams and photos from several seasons are included.Philpott's previous book, Strike Three, You're Out! took the reader through the making of a baseball team and the 2010 season inside San Quentin, one of the most infamous state prisons in the country. See further inside the thinking, emotions, and stresses that accompany the inmates' involvement in what is often the most important part of their entire incarceration. Understand why inmates will say and do almost anything to get a chance to play ball and how frustration and disappointment derails them. Find out what "payback" is, how power and authority work, why the sports teams are the only integrated groups, and how "reverse racism" plays a role. The payback part is foremost in Ball Four, Take Your Base! expressed through multiple death threats and manipulations and ending with Philpott being banned from the prison.
We the Raptors
INSTANT BESTSELLER We the Raptors: Thirty Players, Thirty Stories, Thirty Years is about the grinders, glue guys, bench heroes, and more. Alvin Williams, Jos矇 Calder籀n, T. J. Ford, Jonas Valanciunas, Danny Green--whether regular or part-time starters, role players, key cogs, or even short-term stars--all of them felt blessed to call Canada home. Foreword by Kyle Lowry Amir Johnson immediately fell in love with the diversity of the country. From special events with fans to Zombie Walks down Yonge Street, few players connected with Toronto--on and off the floor--more than Amir. At the age of thirty, Anthony Parker--known as the "Michael Jordan of EuroLeague"--finally found his place in the NBA with the Raptors, a role that had eluded him as a young draftee and during his six seasons overseas. NBA vet and Toronto native Jamaal Magloire mentored younger players in the shadow of his brother's murder in Regent Park. Bismack Biyombo, a fan favourite for his big, burly play and endless energy, couldn't decide which team to sign with as a free agent, until a phone call from Masai Ujiri made the choice easy. The Junkyard Dog, Jerome Williams, drove himself to Toronto in a snowstorm, becoming in the process one of the most recognizable players in franchise history. Matt Bonner, dubbed the Red Mamba by none other than Kobe Bryant, emerged as a national hero after going toe to toe in the post with Kevin Garnett. Jorge Garbajosa, a superstar in Italy and his native Spain, gambled on a second career at the age of twenty-eight, becoming the hustle and heart of a playoff-bound Raptors squad only to see his NBA dreams crumble in a career-ending on-court injury. Every team has unheralded but dogged players but none more so than the expansion-era Raptors, a team that many NBA players and free agents often ignored--until the Raptors became one of the most interesting and winningest teams in the league. This rich tapestry comes alive in We the Raptors, as told by Raptors radio voice Eric Smith and Andrew Bricker through thirty exclusive interviews with former and current Raptors. Every bounce, every rebound, every elbow to the face--this is a rare view of the NBA through the eyes of those who made it to the pinnacle of their profession.
Pond Birds
The history of the University of Florida basketball program from its beginnings to the arrival of Billy Donovan, told by a former player and longtime Gator sports analystIn the 1960s, the University of Florida football players began calling the long-legged Gator basketball players "pond birds." Bill Koss was one of them. In Pond Birds, Koss tells the definitive story of Florida Gators men's basketball from the program's modest beginnings in 1916, through decades of highs and lows that included 55 years without an SEC conference title, and into the pivotal years leading up to the onset of Billy Donovan's transformative tenure in 1996.Koss takes a deep dive into the moments and personalities that shaped the program, such as the fiery leadership of coach Norm Sloan and the steady, strategic approach of Lon Kruger. Stories of recruitment efforts, both failed and successful, and the arrival of Gatorade make this book both a sports history and a cultural snapshot of college athletics in a bygone era. For diehard Gator fans and college basketball enthusiasts of all allegiances, Pond Birds is a reminder that greatness is built over time with perseverance. Now that Florida basketball has three national championships, Pond Birds invites readers to appreciate the journey from Point A to Point B--and leaves them eager for the next chapter.
We Breed Lions
AN INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER A hard-hitting and powerful look at hockey's moment of reckoning in Canada, and the ways in which a game that is so universally loved has been rocked in recent years by court cases involving sexual assault and startling incidents of hazing and abuse throughout junior hockey. The allegations read like a scene out of a horror movie. Five National Hockey League players, all of them 18 to 20-year-old Canada World Juniors at the time, were alleged to have sexually assaulted a young woman in a London, Ontario, hotel room in June 2018 over several hours. When the players learned that the alleged victim had reported the incident to the police, they allegedly coerced her to drop the complaint and colluded to make sure their stories lined up. Hockey Canada kept the details of the case out of the spotlight and came to a confidential financial settlement with the plaintiff, paid out of a secret slush fund worth millions of dollars that the organization kept on hand to settle such complaints quietly. On May 26, 2022, TSN investigative reporter Rick Westhead broke the story surrounding the Team Canada junior players and Hockey Canada's handling of the case, immediately sending shock waves throughout all levels of the hockey world. Charges of sexual assault were made against the players; all of whom entered pleas of not guilty. Once the story went live on the TSN website, Westhead's inbox on X filled with messages from people who wanted to share their personal stories on how they had been impacted by hockey's toxic culture. For over three years the story ignited an enormous amount of debate and discussion across the country. Even after the players were acquitted of all charges in July, 2025, the conversation about how broken the national game had become only intensified. In We Breed Lions, award-winning journalist and bestselling author Rick Westhead does a deep-dive into the state of hockey in Canada today. He gives voice to those who have been sexually assaulted by hockey players, revealing the struggles they've had with local police officials in their efforts to seek justice. He also goes inside the dressing room to find out how attitudes of misogyny and homophobia continue to flourish, and speaks to former players who were forced to perform degrading acts of initiation in order to "be one of the guys." Looming large in Westhead's extraordinary reporting are the gatekeepers of the game--league officials, team owners and members of the sport's governing bodies--who are reluctant to impose change from the outside and willing to sacrifice the well-being of their players and the community for profit. Westhead offers hope for hockey's future, profiling those individuals and organizations who are committed to educating players around issues of consent, putting an end to hazing and redefining what it means to be a man on and off the ice. Featuring a Foreword by bestselling author Stephen Brunt, We Breed Lions is must-reading for parents, players and all of those who love the game of hockey and want to see it get to a better place.
Powder
A fully updated and revised edition. Long descents, big verts, challenging pistes and stunning scenery, Powder is the definitive guide to the best and most feared ski runs on the planet. Whether you're a serious off-piste skier or a novice with alpine ambitions, this visually stunning guide will undoubtedly inspire the winter Olympian in all of us. Along with classic runs in Chamonix, Whistler and Jackson Hole, Powder will also take you to offbeat and exotic locations such as the Himalayas, the Atlas Mountains and the 2014 Olympic destination of Sochi in Russia - places notable not only for the fantastic skiing and snowboarding, but also for their extraordinary scenery. Powder is the ultimate bucket list for any snow sports enthusiast, challenging beginners and experts alike to take on the most breathtaking runs the world has to offer. Contents include: Mt St Elias, Alaska; Whitehorn 2, Lake Louise, Canada; Inferno, M羹rren, Switzerland; Tortin, Verbier, Switzerland; Aiguille Rouge, Les Arcs, France; Klein Matterhorn Descent, Cervinia, Italy; Lyngen Peninsula, Norway; Sochi Olympic Downhill, Rosa Khutor, Russia; Mizuno no Sawa, Niseko, Japan; Everest, Mt Everest, Nepal; The Motatapu Chutes, Treble Cone, New Zealand; Fast One, Mt Buller, Australia; Mt Vinson, Antarctica.
This Book Is All Elite: The Inside Story of All Elite Wrestling
Score a front-row seat for the thrilling story of the icons and iconoclasts that revolutionized professional wrestling, packed with exclusive interviews and explosive action shots of your favorite stars. The year is 2019. It is the dawn of All Elite Wrestling . . . and you know what that means. It means that a group of hungry, innovative wrestlers are about to revolutionize professional wrestling under the visionary eye of Tony Khan. It means pulse-pounding, death-defying, high-flying action. It means that the world of the squared circle will never be the same. Jam-packed with dazzling photography and written with exclusive access to the cast and crew of AEW, this definitive history dives deep into the innovative storytelling, inclusive ethos, and passionate fanbase which propelled the company to compete with industry giants. From the triumphant final run of the icon Sting alongside his firebrand prot矇g矇 Darby Allin, to the madcap melee of the first Stadium Stampede, to AEW's record-breaking Wembley Stadium debut, the epic moments that defined the first five years of All Elite Wrestling are all here. Whether you're a die-hard AEW supporter or curious about the company's revolutionary impact, This Book Is All Elite offers an in-depth look at how the promotion nobody saw coming changed the world of professional wrestling forever.
War Year Champions
The fact professional football was even played during World War II was a feat unto itself. Teams throughout the NFL struggled to field enough quality players for the 1944 season because of war-caused manpower shortages. Green Bay Packers star Tony Canadeo was a case in point as he played in only three games while on leave from the army for the birth of his son.Former Green Bay Press-Gazette reporter and editor Tony Walter guides you through 1944 month by month as the residents of Green Bay, Wisconsin, attempt to live as "normal" of a life as possible during the height of the war. The Packers provided a few months of uplifting distraction as the populace dealt with the stresses of loved ones serving in the military, rationing of essential foods and materials, and the continuing effects of the Great Depression.Highlighted by more than fifty historical photos, War Year Champions combines news of the Packers, local happenings, politics, and excerpts from the detailed military diaries of the author's father in his position as a communications officer for the US Army. The result is a comprehensive view of one of the most important years of the twentieth century.
Quotes for Athletes
Determined to turn thoughts into action? Every winning season starts with a victorious mindset.Are you struggling to conquer relentless training schedules? Do mental slumps affect your maximum output? Want to move past the quiet moments when motivation runs dry? With over three decades of experience working with elite sportspeople, military professionals, and corporate leaders, Dr. Jo Lukins has perfected what it takes to perform under pressure. Now, she's sharing a powerful tool to stay mentally sharp, inspired, and in control of your journey.Quotes for Athletes is a 52-week guided journal designed to strengthen your frame of mind and help you excel on and off the field. Each seven-day period presents a motivational saying, expert reflection, and options for internal insights, creating an individualized roadmap toward your personal best. Whether you're chasing a championship or building confidence through daily practice, this workbook will keep your head and heart in the game.In Quotes for Athletes, you'll discover: - Weekly mental resets to help you stay focused- Expert perspectives to deepen your understanding of success to boost you to new heights- Targeted prompts that keep your goals clear, actionable, and achievable - Reflective space offering opportunities to track your growth and breakthroughs- Consistent motivation that fuels year-round progress, reminders to stay on course, straightforward approaches, and much, much more!Quotes for Athletes is the must-have playbook your outlook has been missing. If you like to stay sharp, be proactive with purpose, and push your limits, then you'll love Dr. Jo Lukins' empowering journal.Buy Quotes for Athletes to keep your eyes on the prize today!
Baseball from Providence to Prominence
Dan's second book on baseball is an outgrowth of his passion to educate people and keeping the game of Baseball alive through his writings.Baseball: From Providence to Prominence is broken down into three sections: first, baseball quotes; second, all original baseball stories on ballplayers from 1880 to 1970; third is Dan's own poems on baseball and the men that brought the game to life. Dan grew up in Providence, Rhode Island, and is a proud graduate of Central High School. He also graduated from Rhode Island Junior College and the Community College of Rhode Island. He has one son, Richard Mickey D'Alessio, in California and a granddaughter named Alice. Dan was a sportswriter for Sports Journal magazine in Rhode Island in 2006-07. Some of his work was published by the Providence Journal, Rhode Island, College Anchor Newspaper and the Valley Breeze. Dan is a member of the Nap Lajoie chapter of the Society of American Baseball Research. He has received letters from Bud Selig and Robert Manfred on his poem titled "Dear Mr. Commissioner" about Shoeless Joe Jackson.
Legend of the Death Race
The Legend of the Death Race - 5th Anniversary EditionThree years. Countless obstacles. One legendary finish.In the heart of Vermont's unforgiving Green Mountains lies a race with no map, no mercy, and no set finish line. The DEATH RACE isn't just an endurance event-it's a psychological war of attrition designed to strip you bare.Drawn to the unknown, Tony Matesi stepped into the chaos with one goal: to finish. What followed was a multi-year odyssey through pain, failure, and transformation.Originally released in 2020, The Legend of the Death Race became a cult favorite among endurance athletes and seekers alike. Now, five years later, this anniversary edition includes new reflections-unpacking the lessons forged in suffering and reframed through growth, humility, and time.This isn't just a race story.It's a reckoning with who we become when comfort is gone and everything is on the line.Inside you'll find: A gripping first-person account of one man's journey through one of the world's most brutal endurance eventsHard-won insights on courage, power, and wisdomNew reflections on identity, ego, and the mental health costs of extreme performanceA challenge to every reader to confront their limits-and redefine themWhat begins with a mysterious website-**www.youmaydie.com**-ends in something far greater than a skull.What will your legend be?
And Then There Was Football Merseyside Football, A History
In this landmark book, Philip Ross delivers an exhaustive chronicle of football's evolution across Merseyside, from its Victorian origins through to the present day. This meticulously researched work traces the story of the beautiful game in one of its great heartlands, capturing the social, economic and cultural forces that shaped football in Liverpool, the Wirral and surrounding areas.Ross charts the transformation of a nascent sport in the nineteenth century into a global entertainment business that puts the region on TV screens worldwide every weekend, while also detailing how the grassroots game at every level across Merseyside feeds this cultural and economic behemoth.Central to the story are the founding of iconic clubs: Everton's evolution from St. Domingo Methodist Church team in 1878, Liverpool's dramatic birth from the Anfield boardroom split of 1892, and the emergence of several other professional clubs and dozens of amateur sides across the region. Ross illuminates lesser-known tales and the countless works teams, church sides and amateur leagues that formed football's grassroots foundation. From Goodison Park's construction to Anfield's Spion Kop, from Sunday morning kickabouts to European Cup nights, every level of the game receives attention. The narrative is supplemented with detailed summaries of clubs at every level and the grounds they play on, as well as extensive appendices of competition winners - from the Premier League to the I Zingari League - published together in a single volume for the first time.With unprecedented detail on forgotten clubs, obscure competitions, as well as the characters who built the game, this definitive account reveals football as both cultural phenomenon and community cornerstone, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand Merseyside's unique place in football history.This is more than sports history - it's the story of how football became embedded in Merseyside's DNA.
Skinning Catfish in Mary's Kitchen
Skinning Catfish in Mary's Kitchen is a compilation of modern hunting and fishing tales told in the classic, no-apologies style of Will Brantley, long-time columnist for Field & Stream and one of the nation's best-known outdoor writers. The book chronicles Brantley's earliest days in the woods, hunting squirrels with his dad, to working as a greenskeeper on a golf course (where he snuck in a few casts in the water hazards), to experiencing big-game adventures abroad, to teaching his young son the ways of the woods and water. Brantley has written all about outdoor skills, like noodling for catfish and calling turkeys, but his favorite assignments are about characters, such as the little old lady who helped him haul a Canadian moose out of the North Woods and the Argentine guide who took him hunting for capybara with hand-rolled buckshot. Some of Brantley's favorite characters aren't people; Lil, a Lewellyn setter, was his beloved bird dog of early adulthood, and a giant largemouth bass named "Lockjaw" haunted Brantley for two summers in the late '90s, when he was a teenager. All of these stories and many more can be found in this collection, which will leave you laughing, on the edge of your seat, and perhaps shedding a tear, too.
Hiking Joshua Tree National Park
DREAM IT Step into a landscape unlike anywhere else on earth. Hiking Joshua Tree National Park brings you into a world of sculpted granite formations, wide-open desert skies, and the iconic Joshua trees that define this captivating region. Whether you're seeking quiet desert solitude, dramatic vistas, or a deeper connection to California's high desert, this guide helps you discover the magic of Joshua Tree.PLAN IT Everything you need to explore Los Angeles' closest national park: 38 of the best day hikes and backpacking tripsGPS-compatible maps and mile-by-mile directional cuesDetailed route descriptions and trail narrativesDO IT Get out on the trail and experience Joshua Tree's signature wonders: Wander through forests of Joshua treesExplore canyons, domes, and sculpted rock formationsDiscover sweeping desert views and quiet backcountry routes
Best Rail Trails Wisconsin
DREAM IT Explore the state that pioneered America's rail trail movement. Best Rail Trails Wisconsin guides walkers, runners, cyclists, and cross-country skiers along more than fifty of the Badger State's best rail trails, from quiet countryside corridors to surprisingly secluded urban routes. PLAN IT Everything you need for a smooth outing: Full trail profiles with length, difficulty, surface type, and access points, plus detailed mapsAt-a-glance icons and accessibility info, including parking, restrooms, bike rentals, and diningTrail-side highlights such as ranger stations, visitor centers, depot museums, and local historyDO IT Get out and enjoy Wisconsin's rail trails: Walk, jog, bike, or ski iconic routes like the Elroy-Sparta and Oak Leaf TrailsExplore scenic rural paths and vibrant urban greenwaysExperience car-free recreation rich in history and natural beauty
Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Canyon National Park
DREAM IT Fully updated and revised Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Canyon National Park includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for seventeen easy-to-follow trails in Grand Canyon National Park that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views and learn about the region's history.LOOK INSIDE TO FINDHikes suited to every abilityTrail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, river and lake lovers, and great viewsMile-by-mile directions and clear trail mapsGPS coordinatesMEET YOUR LOCAL EXPERT Ron Adkison, who walked every trail in this guide many times, was the author of numerous Falcon Guides, including Hiking Grand Canyon National Park. After his death in 2009, his son, Ben Adkison, took over revising and updating his books.
Dude, Where's My Walking Stick?
Dude, Where's My Walking Stick? - An out-of-the-ordinary adventure on New Zealand's Te Araroa Trail.Get ready for an unconventional adventure that will have you laughing, crying, and questioning your own sense of preparation. In Dude, Where's My Walking Stick?, join Kevin Moore, an ordinary man with an extraordinary spirit, as he embarks on a laugh-out-loud journey to conquer the rugged South Island section of New Zealand's legendary Te Araroa Trail.Armed with nothing but a worn-out backpack, a few party favours, and an unwavering sense of humour, Kevin tackles the 1304-kilometre Te Araroa Trail with a "just wing it" attitude. This memoir is a refreshing departure from the meticulously planned treks of seasoned hikers. With his trusty companion "Richard" and a whole lot of guts, Kevin takes on the wild beauty of New Zealand's wilderness-and the results are both hilarious and inspiring.A Journey of Laughter, Resilience, and Unlikely Friendships.In a world where hiking is often about gear, maps, and precision, Kevin's adventure is all about embracing spontaneity and finding humour in the unexpected. From encounters with native wildlife to misadventures with quirky locals, every page of this travel memoir is packed with humour, heart, and a surprising amount of wisdom. But beneath the laughs lies a deeper story: Kevin's journey was sparked by the sudden loss of his mother. As he navigates the challenging terrain of Te Araroa, the power of human resilience, the friendships he forms along the way, and the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand's untamed landscapes become his true guides. This isn't just a story about hiking-it's a testament to the human spirit and the transformative power of taking on life's toughest challenges.Why You'll Love "Dude, Where's My Walking Stick?"A Hilarious Travel Memoir: Enjoy Kevin's witty writing as he recounts his missteps, mishaps, and humorous encounters while tackling one of the world's best hiking trails.Inspiring Journey of Self-Discovery: Learn how Kevin's impulsive trek became a healing journey through grief, resilience, and unexpected beauty.Perfect for Adventurers & Armchair Travellers: Whether you're an avid hiker or someone who prefers to explore from the comfort of your couch, this book will transport you to the stunning landscapes of New Zealand with a dose of laughter and heart.Real-Life Adventure with a Personal Twist: A journey that proves sometimes, the most memorable and meaningful adventures are the ones that don't go according to plan.Perfect for Fans of Travel Memoirs, Adventure Books, and Inspirational Stories.If you're looking for a funny travel memoir that will inspire you to step outside your comfort zone, Dude, Where's My Walking Stick? is the book for you. Whether you're seeking laugh-out-loud stories, adventure memoirs, or a heartfelt tale of resilience, Kevin Moore's journey through New Zealand will leave you motivated to face life's obstacles with a smile.Get your copy today and join Kevin as he blazes through Te Araroa, one misstep at a time, proving that sometimes the best adventures are the ones where you have no idea what you're doing.
We Are the World (Cup)
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller (RE)BORN IN THE USA and face of the wildly successful soccer media platform MEN IN BLAZERS, Roger Bennett, comes a joyous, big-hearted celebration of the World Cup from the 1970s onward, published in the ramp up to the 2026 tournament. Every four years, millions of viewers all over the globe are united in the drama of the world's biggest sporting event. Geopolitical turmoil, popular culture, clashes of custom and style all weave together on the pitch, making the World Cup about so much more than soccer. For fans, it is a series of triumphs, heartbreaks, and shocking twists of fate. For the players, single matches, single plays, single glorious moments can be life changing. In We are the World (Cup), Roger Bennett imbues his unmitigated love for and dedication to the game into a deeply researched and deeply personal distillation of every tournament he has experienced from the 1978 to 2022. As founder of MEN IN BLAZERS, the largest independent soccer focused media company in North America, Roger has been at the front of the curve as the popularity of soccer has sky-rocketed in the United States. We are the World (Cup) offers an in-depth history of how a sport that was mocked and dismissed in the 70s and 80s has become so energized, and the role that he and MEN IN BLAZERS have played. Beloved for his wit, humility, and unadulterated love of the game that the rest of the world calls "football" is a celebration of our global culture and the power of sport to unite us all.
Albert Quixall
Albert Quixall was a pioneer of the modern game. His quiff and Billy Fury looks made him identifiable to that new phenomenon: the teenager. He was literally one of the first poster-boys of the game, his face adorning many a bedroom wall. He had a rebel streak, wore his shorts shockingly short compared to the old guard, styled his hair as opposed to slicking it down with Brylcreem. Like a Beckham of his day, his name filled column inches and his "golden-boy" footballing career fuelled speculation and sold newspapers. His record transfer fee of 瞿45,000 in 1958 brought him under an intense spotlight, and added pressure to a star who never quite lived up to the hype.But as well as the stardom and glamour, tragedy is woven into the life of Albert Quixall, from both a personal and professional viewpoint.
Judo Mastery
With over 50 years of martial arts experience, Misak Misakyan presents a comprehensive and richly illustrated guide to Kodokan Judo-from its origins and philosophy to the mastery of its techniques and kata. This book is designed for judoka of all levels who seek a complete reference for study, teaching, and practice.Inside you will discover: The history, philosophy, and fundamentals of judo, with detailed explanations of posture, movement, balance, and combat awareness, alongside general and specific exercises for developing agility, coordination, and power.Technical classification with step-by-step coverage of all major technique groups: Nage-waza, which includes the Gokyo no Waza and Shinmeisho no Waza series, Katame-waza, and Atemi-waza.In the Kata section, you will find a complete presentation of Nage no Kata, Katame no Kata, Kime no Kata, and Kodokan Goshin-jutsu with detailed sequences and applications-preserving traditional forms for advanced study.Alongside realistic approaches to defense against holds, strikes, and weapons, the book presents practical street-fighting applications derived from judo principles.Additional reference materials include kappo, judging gestures, basic Japanese terms, and a comprehensive glossary for quick reference.Richly structured and deeply informative, this book bridges tradition and modern practice, offering both the technical rigor and the philosophical depth that define true Kodokan Judo.Whether you are a beginner seeking clarity or an instructor preserving authenticity, this book will serve as your enduring guide and reference.
Surfexplore
Readers embark on a journey with surfEXPLORE: Discovering New Surfing Locations Worldwide, an exploration of 28 extraordinary and untapped surfing destinations. Join surf travel expert John Seaton Callahan and the surfEXPLORE(R) Group as they unveil breathtaking waves, vibrant cultures, and the stories behind surfing uncharted waters across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. This book is a celebration of adventure and an inspiration for surfers and travelers to push their boundaries. Key Features: - Acclaimed team: Insightful text from a globally recognized surf expert with 25+ years of experience and a team renowned for discovering new surf locations - Striking images: Over 500 vivid images from remote and iconic locations - Uncharted journeys: Accounts of experiencing cultures and riding epic waves for the first time - Cultural representation: Travel anecdotes from surfing adventures across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas - Inspirational: A source of inspiration for surfers and travelers A guide to extraordinary waves and untapped surf locations, offering insights, inspiration, and breathtaking photography.
Iron Pot Bob's Catch And Eat Seafood Cookbook
Iron Pot & Iron Skillet's Catch & Cook GuideFrom the vessel to the dish, Iron Pot & Iron Skillet's Catch & Cook Guide is your essential ally for maximizing your fresh haul. Whether you're an experienced fisherman or simply enjoy seafood, this cookbook is filled with simple, tasty, and tidy recipes that extend beyond frying.Explore different cooking techniques-from grilling and smoking to poaching and baking-that enhance the flavors of your seafood. This book offers clear instructions, useful tips, and space for your own notes, tailored for genuine cooks who prefer enjoying meals over fretting in the kitchen.Within, you will discover: - Easy but delicious recipes for fish, shellfish, and beyond- Advice on choosing fresh seafood and recognizing seasonal availability- An exclusive appendix featuring culinary tips and vital knowledge- Suggestions for the best seafood cookbooks and wine pairingsBid farewell to the traditional fish fry and welcome exciting, delicious options to savor your catch. Time to start cooking!
Out of This World
THE LOS ANGELES DODGERS ARE BACK-TO-BACK WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONSIf the 2024 Los Angeles Dodgers were on top of the world, the 2025 team went interstellar. Out of This World chronicles their historic run to a second consecutive World Series, featuring stunning action photography, stories and analysis from the Los Angeles Daily News. It was an unforgettable journey that kicked off in Tokyo and finished in Toronto. Despite regular-season ups and downs, the Dodgers entered October ready to attack the postseason, anchored by a healthy pitching staff in rare form. Relive dominant playoff performances against the Cincinnati Reds and Philadelphia Phillies, a Championship Series sweep against the Milwaukee Brewers and a World Series comeback for the ages against the Toronto Blue Jays. This commemorative book also includes feature stories on popular figures like Shohei Ohtani, Clayton Kershaw, Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and more.
