Johnny Kilbane
Holding the world featherweight boxing championship for more than 11 years, Johnny Kilbane's name became synonymous with the title. His accepted record of 51-4-7, with 78 no decisions and two no contests (25 victories by way of knockout), put him in elite company with other members of the International Boxing Hall of Fame. In October 1917--while still World Featherweight Champion--Johnny Kilbane became a lieutenant in the U.S. Army to serve in World War I. Following his career as fighter, he turned to adjudication and transformed himself into a talented and prolific boxing referee. He did so while juggling other responsibilities such as operating a gym, serving in the Ohio Senate, or acting as Clerk of the Cleveland Municipal Court. As dedicated to public service as he was to pugilism, he gained the respect of his peers and his constituents and was admired for his commitment to family. This is his biography.
From Iron to Elite
The title " From Iron to Elite: A Gamer's Grit " implies a downward spiral, so the description should focus on the negative aspects of the journey. Here's a possible description: " From Iron to Elite: A Gamer's Grit " chronicles one gamer's descent into the chaotic depths of League of Legends. It's a cautionary tale of climbing the ranked ladder, only to be met with a relentless barrage of toxicity. The book delves into the soul-crushing experience of facing constant negativity, flaming teammates, and trolls. It explores the emotional toll of a competitive environment fueled by insults and rage quits. " From Iron to Elite: A Gamer's Grit " is a raw and unflinching look at the darkest side of League's online community. It's a must-read for anyone who's ever braved the ranked queue, offering a glimpse into the potential pitfalls and the relentless negativity that can lurk within the game.
Cage Kings
A "propulsive and wildly engrossing" (Brad Stone, author of The Everything Store) account of how the UFC turned mixed martial arts into a multibillion-dollar business and global pop culture phenomenon. Decried as "human cockfighting" by Senator John McCain and dismissed by the New York Times as a "pay-per-view prism" onto the decline of Western civilization, the UFC seemed by 2000 to be bleeding out. The cage fighting promotion had been banned in thirty-six states and was struggling to cover production costs for its next event. But three buddies in Las Vegas--an ambitious personal trainer and two young casino heirs--saw something else in the UFC: a vision of the future. Over the next two decades, the trio would transform the company into one of the most valuable sports properties in the world, worth more than the Beatles catalog or the New York Yankees. And along the way, they would also transform the lives of some of the sport's biggest stars, both for better and worse. A "captivating" (Christopher Leonard, author of The Lords of Easy Money) behind-the-scenes account of a once-reviled subculture's strange path to pop legitimacy, Cage Kings embeds you in a world of desperate fighters, audacious promoters, fanboy bloggers, fatherly trainers, philosophical announcers, hustling sponsors, and three improbable twentysomething corporate titans on a darkly comic odyssey to normalize a new level of brutality in American pop culture--and make a fortune doing so. For in an era of generational poverty, eroding labor rights, radical media transformations, simmering political grievances, and an obsession with winning at any cost, the spectacle of two people fighting in a cage for another few months' wages suddenly seemed to make sense. Stylishly written and poignantly observed, this "must-read for fans and the simply curious alike" (Matthew Polly, author of American Shaolin) offers a provocative look at how the hollowing out of the American dream and the violence of modern capitalism left us ready to embrace a sport like cage fighting.
The Americans The Illustrative Story of a Hand Balancer ...from Mexico to Colombia to Santa Monica, California 2nd Revised Edition By Author David Darseli Santana Analytical Evaluation by Marcos Ignac
In this Incredible Illustrative Story, We Examen The Courage of Luis Pimentel Ruiz as We Journey With Him On His Acrobatic Hand Balancing Adventure From Mexico to Central America To South America To Santa Monica California at Muscle Beach! In This Illustrative book, we have the opportunity to view the physical art form Luis Pimentel Ruiz loved: Hand-to-Hand Balancing!Along the way, we see great "Flyers" perform very skillful Acrobatic acts with the "Base" persona of Luis Pimentel Ruiz. Author David Darseli Santana weaves together an Incredible Journey while exploring the discipline and technique necessary for a successful Hand Balancing execution. A Brief View of Hand Balancing Performance Evolution and Techniques are Also Covered in this Adventurous Book for Those Willing to take a step toward Hand Balancing Acrobatics!This book title is published Only in License-Only Format and the purchase of a license to access this Publisher Owned Copy is facilitated by authorized retailers who work with our distributor. As such, your purchase is a license purchase Only, and Not the Publisher Owned Copy purchase. Once a customer purchases the license, our authorized retailers will provide the license-purchaser with a Publisher Owned Copy of this title. Access to a publisher owned copy of this title is governed by the End-User License Agreement (EULA) that is found in the first pages of this book title. Access to a publisher owned copy is non-negotiable. Please read the EULA carefully to understand this EULA agreement as to this book title and access thereof. So long as license-purchaser abides by the EULA, the access of this Publisher Copy book title will remain intact. Enjoy the book title!: )Darseli Book Publishing presents in this book (in Licensing Only Publication format) The World Of Acrobats in the Americas!
The Easiest Swing in Golf
Have you tried it all? Swing tips, instructional videos, complex swing mechanics-and found none of it works for more than a day? It's exhausting, makes your back hurt -and probably your head too.Combining one hundred years of coaching expertise, brothers Brian and Philip guide you to uncover your own natural, effortless swing-revealing how it has always been there, quietly waiting to be discovered.Uncover a simpler way to play golf that taps into your own instinctive genius. It may break a few of your 'rules, ' but each time you read this book, you will come away with a clearer understanding of just how much easier your game and your swing can become.
Stunning
The sound of glass breaking is poetry to the ears of a wrestling fan. To anyone who loves the sport it means one thing-"Stone Cold" Steve Austin is about to come rumbling down that aisle to open a can of whoop ass on an unfortunate foe.Austin was a once-in-a-generation act in the wrestling business. WWE built the Attitude Era around his beer-swilling, ass-kicking, anti-corporate character, unique in the history of wrestling. Austin defined a decade and led to the largest business boom the industry has ever seen. How did it happen? Stunning: The Wrestling Artistry of Steve Austin, dives into the art of Austin as a performer to uncover the answers. Many books tackle professional wrestling as a business or a spectacle. Here, author Zack Heydorn views it through a different lens-as a compelling and diverse art form. Something made Austin standout from the pack and Heydorn delves deep into the weeds to figure out what Stone Cold did and said that resonated so strongly with fans.From the early days inside the Dallas Sportatorium as "Stunning" Steve, to the raucous ECW arena, all the way to the bright lights of WrestleMania, Stunning dissects Austin's artistic choices in the ring and on the microphone. Heydorn, an editor at the ground-breaking Pro Wrestling Torch, offers in-depth, frame-by-frame match analysis, promo examination, and provides a historical framework to understand the world in which that work took place. Stunning is the definitive study of the artistic development and progression of the most influential pro wrestler in history. With art by the legendary K. Thor Jensen, the book is sure to be destined for the shelves of anyone serious about wrestling as an art form.
Wrestling
Master effective wrestling techniques for self-defense and competition!Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a successful wrestler? Do you want to learn the skills required for self-defense or to participate in competitions?Have you always dreamed about becoming a professional wrestler but don't know when to start?It's not only about strength and technique. It's about knowledge, confidence, and practice.Wrestling demands strength, skill, and strategy. Every grapple, takedown, and pin is a high-stakes battle requiring quick thinking and lightning-fast reflexes. The adrenaline rush that comes with each victory is like nothing else. This comprehensive guide teaches you the basics of wrestling and advanced techniques and strategies to help you excel in the sport. In this book, you will: Discover the fundamentals of wrestling, like posture and balanceLearn to penetrate, lift, and maneuver your opponentDevelop tactics for attacking and defending yourselfUnderstand how to use reversal techniques to gain an advantageLearn escape techniques and pinning combinationsDiscover tips for training at home or coaching youth wrestlersGet advice on how to become a successful wrestlerBy the end of this book, you will have all the knowledge and skills to become a master wrestler. Wrestling is not only a physical test but a mental one, too. You must know how to use the moves to compete at the highest levels. With this book, you can develop a successful strategy and take your wrestling to the next level. So, if you're ready to work and become the best wrestler you can be, this book is for you.
Fame
From being hypnotized by his father-figure to suppress his empathy in the boxing ring, to spending his earnings on pet tigers, and getting his face tattooed, Mike Tyson is-without a doubt-the wildest character to ever grace the world of combat sports. Required reading before the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight! The biography comic book series has been featured in "Entertainment Weekly", "Rolling Stone" magazine, "Time" magazine, "People" magazine!
Positive Youth Development through Sport
Cutting through the political rhetoric about the power of sport as a tool for social change and personal improvement, this book offers insight into how and why participating in sport can be good for children and young people.Still the only book to focus on the role of sport in positive youth development (PYD), it brings together high-profile contributors from diverse disciplines to critically examine the ways in which sport can be used to promote youth development. Now in a fully updated, revised, and expanded third edition, Positive Youth Development through Sport covers a wider range of disciplines including sport psychology, development psychology, physical education, sport development, and sport sociology. With every chapter asking why, what, so what, and what next, the book introduces the theoretical basis and historical context of PYD, quantitative and qualitative methods for assessing PYD in sport, and the potential of PYD in sport across different ages and abilities. This edition includes brand-new chapters on PYD in schools, in Indigenous populations, and across the lifespan, as well as new material on evaluating PYD programs and new case studies of PYD around the world.This is invaluable reading for all students, researchers, educators, practitioners, programmers, and policy makers with an interest in youth sport.
Fame
From being hypnotized by his father-figure to suppress his empathy in the boxing ring, to spending his earnings on pet tigers, and getting his face tattooed, Mike Tyson is-without a doubt-the wildest character to ever grace the world of combat sports. Required reading before the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight! The biography comic book series has been featured in "Entertainment Weekly", "Rolling Stone" magazine, "Time" magazine, "People" magazine!
The Promise of Women’s Boxing
The Promise of Women's Boxing details the exciting period from the first ever inclusion of women's boxing in the 2012 Olympics through the true "million-dollar baby" women's super-fights of 2022 and beyond. Rich in content, the stories that emerge focus on boxing stars, important battles, and the challenges women in boxing still face today.
Punishing Pressure Points
TEACH YOURSELF PRESSURE POINT FIGHTING!Just when you thought Sammy Franco's best-selling Combat Pressure Points book could not be surpassed, Punishing Pressure Points is finally here!Punishing Pressure Points is the second book in our pressure point fighting series that teaches you quick and easy pain compliance techniques that will bring the most power attacker to his knees in agony.In this new book, self-defense expert Sammy Franco marches forward with cutting-edge pain compliance self-defense concepts and techniques that will take your pressure point fighting skills to entirely new levels of combat performance.With over 350 photographs and easy to follow step-by-step instructions, Punishing Pressure Points has everything you need to master the punishing art and science of pressure point fighting.LEARN: - Joint Manipulation Pressure Points- Reactive Wrist Lock Techniques- Shoulder & Elbow Locks- Come Along Escort Holds- Pressure Point Takedowns- Pressure Point Ground Fighting- Countering Grabs & Chokes- Pressure Point Fighting Drills- Pressure Point Conditioning- And much, much morePunishing Pressure Points is a must-have book for anyone who wants the ability control and subdue an attacker using the least amount of physical force.
Make It Go in the Snow
Winner of the U.P. Notable Books Award (2024)Through the years, the challenge of powered transportation in the snow has been met with ideas from explorers, creative inventors and small companies, all with new ideas - often unique and sometimes successful. The name "snowmobile" was trademarked in 1917, but there were snow travel ideas before that date and certainly thousands more since.Winter explorers and trailblazers sought to replace their dogsleds and snowshoes as they explored difficult locations, including remote locations, on the north and south poles. Early inventors of snow vehicles often scavenged parts from many mechanical devices, trying many power and propulsion methods, from 2- and 4-stroke engines to air propulsion, and even a "snow biting" screw auger concept.The snow travel ideas from some early inventors were simply designed to solve their own needs; others came from entrepreneurs who believed folks would be impressed and want to buy their creations. Some of their ideas evolved into companies such as Polaris, Arctic Cat and Ski-Doo, which prospered and now can trace their roots back to that first snowmobile idea.Make It Go In The Snow provides a fun look at the history of a few of the many thousands of snow travel ideas and those enthusiasts who gave them birth. Captured and recorded are a wide variety of snowmobile ideas, without offering judgment on any individual venture. Join me as I pay tribute to all those ideas; past, present, and future. But keep watching, because more snow excitement is waiting to be created."I have read many snowmobile books over the years, and I believe Larry Jorgensen's was very informative and easy to read. It shows that Larry has done an excellent job researching information. I have recommended Make It Go In The Snow to all my snowmobiling friends, I look forward to handing out copies to them at Christmas." -- Daniel C. Blaney, Antique Snowmobile Museum, Morocco, Indiana.""Michigan plays a minor yet important part in this detailed history of snowmobiles. The first snowmobile was created in 1913 by a Ford dealer in New Hampshire. He took the rear wheels off a Model T and replaced them with dual wheels covered by tracks and replaced the front wheels with skis. He patented his invention and called it a snowmobile. A company later bought the patent and made 3,500 kits a year. As the author makes it abundantly clear, over the years backyard tinkerers, high schoolers, and just guys with a vision created snowmobiles of all shapes and sizes. If you have any interest in snowmobiles you're going to ski-doo through Make It Go in the Snow." -- Tom Powers, Michigan In Books"Jorgensen purchased his first snowmobile in 1967. Subsequently, he joined a snowmobile enthusiast group and participated in long-distance rides. The most notable was an endurance test from Fairbanks, Alaska to Seattle for the new Allsport Tracker. Pabst Brewing Company contracted him to create its programs for recreational snowmobiling and racing. He's also served on the board of the Central Division of the United States Snowmobile Association (USSA). So immersed in the activity has he been that when one of his children, then a first grader, was asked what her father did, she replied, 'He snowmobiles.' And now he's written of them as well and included a concluding chapter telling of various snowmobile museums he's discovered around the country." -- Helen V. Hutchings, SpeedReadersFrom Modern History Press
Boxing
Get the best tips and tricks to becoming a boxing champion like the pros!Have you always dreamed about becoming the ultimate boxing champion?Are your punches packed with power? Do you have the poise and accuracy of a pro? If not, don't worry. This comprehensive guide can take your boxing game to the next level.The sport of boxing has been around for centuries, but only recently people have started to understand its science and techniques. It takes more than just throwing punches to become a successful boxer. This guide will walk you through the amazing world of boxing and teach you the necessary skills to become a confident boxer. In this book, you will: Discover the basics of boxing, including rules and fighting styles.Learn the best gear to get started.Study stances, guards, and footwork for greater mobility in the ring.Practice punches and counterpunches to maximize your power.Discover defensive tips and techniques to dodge an opponent's attack.Unlock the secrets of pro combinations to add variety to your moves.Unravel sparring secrets to help you become a master strategist.Find different ways to enhance your performance on the heavy bag.Understand common mistakes and how to avoid them (rookie or not).While boxing is primarily a physical sport, it's also incredibly strategic. This guide gives you all the tools to become a strong and confident boxer. So, what are you waiting for?
Make It Go in the Snow
Through the years, the challenge of powered transportation in the snow has been met with ideas from explorers, creative inventors and small companies, all with new ideas - often unique and sometimes successful. The name "snowmobile" was trademarked in 1917, but there were snow travel ideas before that date and certainly thousands more since.Winter explorers and trailblazers sought to replace their dogsleds and snowshoes as they explored difficult locations, including remote locations, on the north and south poles. Early inventors of snow vehicles often scavenged parts from many mechanical devices, trying many power and propulsion methods, from 2- and 4-stroke engines to air propulsion, and even a "snow biting" screw auger concept.The snow travel ideas from some early inventors were simply designed to solve their own needs; others came from entrepreneurs who believed folks would be impressed and want to buy their creations. Some of their ideas evolved into companies such as Polaris, Arctic Cat and Ski-Doo, which prospered and now can trace their roots back to that first snowmobile idea.Make It Go In The Snow provides a fun look at the history of a few of the many thousands of snow travel ideas and those enthusiasts who gave them birth. Captured and recorded are a wide variety of snowmobile ideas, without offering judgment on any individual venture. Join me as I pay tribute to all those ideas; past, present and future. But keep watching, because more snow excitement is waiting to be created."I have read many snowmobile books over the years, and I believe Larry Jorgensen's was very informative and easy to read. It shows that Larry has done an excellent job researching information. I have recommended Make It Go In The Snow to all my snowmobiling friends, I look forward to handing out copies to them at Christmas." -- Daniel C. Blaney, Antique Snowmobile Museum, Morocco, Indiana."Michigan plays a minor yet important part in this detailed history of snowmobiles. The first snowmobile was created in 1913 by a Ford dealer in New Hampshire. He took the rear wheels off a Model T and replaced them with dual wheels covered by tracks and replaced the front wheels with skis. He patented his invention and called it a snowmobile. A company later bought the patent and made 3,500 kits a year. As the author makes it abundantly clear, over the years backyard tinkerers, high schoolers, and just guys with a vision created snowmobiles of all shapes and sizes. If you have any interest in snowmobiles you're going to ski-doo through Make It Go in the Snow." -- Tom Powers, Michigan In Books"Jorgensen purchased his first snowmobile in 1967. Subsequently, he joined a snowmobile enthusiast group and participated in long-distance rides. The most notable was an endurance test from Fairbanks, Alaska to Seattle for the new Allsport Tracker. Pabst Brewing Company contracted him to create its programs for recreational snowmobiling and racing. He's also served on the board of the Central Division of the United States Snowmobile Association (USSA). So immersed in the activity has he been that when one of his children, then a first grader, was asked what her father did, she replied, 'He snowmobiles.' And now he's written of them as well and included a concluding chapter telling of various snowmobile museums he's discovered around the country." -- Helen V. Hutchings, SpeedReadersFrom Modern History Press
Here Come the Mice
Embark on a thrilling journey with The Mice Team, a D4 basketball squad, as they receive an unexpected invitation to the Paris games. Their coach's close ties to the USA Men's basketball team coach pave the way for what seems like a grand opportunity. However, what begins as a well-intentioned gesture quickly turns into a comedic disaster for one team and a triumphant moment for another.In a stroke of literary brilliance, Reginald P. Howard masterfully crafts a narrative around the Mice Team's uproarious journey. Unintentionally becoming game-changers in a larger scenario, the team not only causes a mid-air hiccup for the USA men's basketball team but also finds themselves catapulted into a life of luxury in the City of Lights. Prepare for a sky-high adventure as the Mice, an unlikely basketball team, soar through the clouds and into the heart of the Paris 2024 Olympics. As they navigate this unexpected turn of events, they emerge not only as winners but also as unlikely heroes in the world of men's basketball. Get ready to cheer as these underdog athletes strive for gold.
Sport and Society in Global France
From Zinedine Zidane to Michael Jordan and from Marie-Jos矇 P矇rec to Lance Armstrong, over the last thirty years, numerous individuals have emerged through the global sports industry to capture the imagination of the French public and become touchstones for the discussion of a host of social issues. This book provides new insights into the evolution of the global sporting spectacle through a study of star athletes, emblematic organisations, key locations, and celebrated moments in French sport from the mid-1980s to the present day. It draws on a wide range of sources, from film, television, advertising, newspapers, and popular music to cover key developments in sports including football, motorsport, basketball, and cycling. Sport here emerges as a privileged site for the discussion of the nature of contemporary nationhood, as well as for the performance of France's postcolonial heritage. Simultaneously, sport provides a platform for the playing out of concerns over globalisation, and, in a time of post-industrial uncertainty, for nostalgic reminiscences of an apocryphal bygone era of social cohesion. The exploration of these themes leads to new understandings of the ways sport influences and is implicated in broader social and cultural concerns in France today.
Cowboy Mike and Winston Explore Prescott, Arizona
Are you in search of an enthralling and educational book series for horse-loving youngsters? Look no further than the adventures of Cowboy Mike and Winston, the pony extraordinaire! Embark on a journey through "Cowboy Mike and Winston Explore Prescott, Arizona," the sixth installment in their thrilling series, as they uncover the wonders of this vibrant city while residing at Blue Mountain Ranch.Tailored for budding equestrians, these books boast enchanting illustrations and captivating narratives that transport readers to the heart of cowboy culture and ranch life. Additionally, they offer valuable educational insights, enhancing children's learning experiences.But wait, there's more! With every book purchase, 100% of proceeds are dedicated to Pony 4 Precious, a charity initiated by Cowboy Mike, extending free online education, scholarships, a Free book program, and training opportunities to horse enthusiasts worldwide. Make a meaningful impact while treating your child to both entertainment and enlightenment!Embark on Cowboy Mike and Winston's latest escapade at www.michaeldeastwood.com, and discover Pony 4 Precious' noble mission at www.pony4precious.org.
What Emergency?
What happens when a malicious, false accusation destroys a person's reputation and credibility? Find out how one woman, through nearly five years of unwarranted and damaging litigation, fought back to clear her name and expose what her accusers tried to hide-the dangers of mixing guns, alcohol, and children at a Texas gun club.Find out how a Duncanville, Texas, narcotics detective, children's shooting coach, and unqualified gun club leagues manager, unable to control his temper, misbehavior with firearms, and vindictiveness, set in motion a series of events exposing a pattern of unprincipled conduct by the leadership of a Texas gun club, Ellis County Sportsmans Club, ECSC.Find out how an ECSC clandestine kangaroo court led by a former Cedar Hill, Texas, mayor and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine denied the author her right to defend herself.Find out how the ECSC Board of Directors' contempt for paid membership rights, Texas laws, a legal contract, and First Amendment Rights emerged when ECSC leadership attempted to stop the author from speaking out about the dangers of mixing guns, alcohol, and children at the gun club.Find out why an elected ECSC officer, the Grand Poobah, espoused his warped sense of the gun club's mission: Fostering Good Fellowship.Find out why the author came to view the ECSC as The Wild West of the Clay Shooting Sports.
Rugby League History Western and Southern NSW 1920-1976
Rugby League History Western & Southern NSW 1920-1976. This book takes the reader on a journey through the history of football in the Western and Southern districts of NSWfrom 1920-1976. It encompasses groups 9, 10, 11, 14 and 15. Much of the content has been sourced from newspaper reports and photographs of players and teams throughout the decades. It is divided into three sections. The first section consists of a summary of each decade and includes the great moments for teams and players. Records were made with some still remaining. Great players and coaches emerged such as Ian Walsh, Bob Weir, John Hobby, Leo Nosworthy, Don Parish, Tony Paskins, Barry Beath, Norm Brown, Earl Harrison and Ken McMullen. The second section highlights players who aspired to represent their region, Southern and Western being predominant with both producing a number of representative players. This book highlights the years and successes of the teams and players. Southern and Western Division teams played England, New Zealand and French touring teams from the 1920s -1970s. Country trials were also held to select the country Firsts and Seconds teams to play their city rivals each year. Great players emerged from the country teams with some selected to play for Australia. Also included is the 1974 Amco Cup. The third section focusses in particular on the Maher Cup, which was initiated in the southern region and the Jack Hore Cup which was founded in the western region.The Maher cup produced some of the greatest rugby league players including Eric Weissel and Jack Kingston who both went on to represent Australia. It covers the inaugural cup challenge (1920) to its final challenge (1971) and its retirement to Tumut. The Jack Hore Memorial Gold Cup was instigated by the Canowindra town's people after the sudden death of Jack Hore, an extremely talented sportsman who played cricket and football for Canowindra. The first challenge match was in 1926 where Canowindra defeated Young. Rex Norman was captain coach for Canowindra in its earlier cup challenges. Included in the book are stories of the challenges and events through the years of its existence. The Johnnie Walker and Clayton cups are also examined. The Johnnie Walker Challenge Cup was initiated in 1922 at a meeting in Dubbo and came to rest in the 1980s.The Clayton cup is highlighted as an award of supremacy for outstanding country rugby league teams.Cobar won the award in 1971 and 1972.Throughout all sections there are numerous pictures and photos depicting teams, individual players, action shots, cartoons, souvenir programmes and trophies. Rugby league football is more than just a thrilling spectacle of 26 players demonstrating their skills on the field. The principal strength of rugby league is that it gives ordinary people the opportunity to show their talents and skills.
Never Quit on a Bad Day
Six simple words. One short phrase. Yet the meaning behind this saying, if you live by it, will change your life. Never Quit on a Bad Day(TM) The Never Quit on a Bad Day(TM) book series will inspire you to push through tough days. Everyone faces frustrating moments and days. The people in this book series also encountered challenges and struggles, but they didn't quit. You'll read about some of the bad moments, days, and seasons thriving business leaders, couples, athletes, and entrepreneurs have persevered through to get to where they are now, which can help you learn how to keep going on your challenging days.This second book in the Never Quit on a Bad Day series brings you timeless wisdom and powerful lessons for success from accomplished athletes. A foreword written by Canada Soccer Hall of Fame Honoured Member and Retired Professional Soccer Player and Coach, Carl Valentine, sets an uplifting tone that resonates throughout the entirety of the book. This book is your coach during tough times and shining wins, bringing you key lessons for growth and success. The adage goes, life is a game, and this book will have your back when you're in the field. Are you ready to "Never Quit on a Bad Day(TM)"?
The Grappler's Guide to Grip Training
Every seasoned grappler knows the pivotal role of grip strength in grappling. Yet, many fall short in dedicating time to enhance this crucial skill, often hindered by a lack of knowledge, uncertainty about effective techniques, and confusion about where to begin their journey.The Grappler's Guide to Grip Training" is not just a book; it's the culmination of years of training grip strength intertwined with extensive experience on the mat. This guide is your roadmap to developing a formidable grip that can be the difference between victory and defeat.This comprehensive manual doesn't just focus on building a powerful grip; it emphasises maintaining the health and resilience of your hands, fingers, wrists, and elbows. You'll learn how to build strength that endures and remains pain-free, giving you an edge in every grapple.
Figuring It Out
This is the second part of It Figures.After making peace with Austin and everything that happened between them, Mia finds herself back in the world of high-level ice dancing she thought she'd left behind for good. It's an incredible opportunity and she doesn't want to do anything to mess it up, including getting involved with the one man she's never been able to resist.When fate throws another twist their way, she's faced with a choice she never thought she'd have to make. Is there still a chance for all her dreams to come true, on and off the ice?Will Mia manage to get the happy ending that Amy never did? When she's given the choice, which life will she choose?
It Figures
Once upon a time, Amy's future seemed golden. Training to be a world-class ice dancer with her partner Austin, she dreamed of Olympic glory and the day when Austin would see her as something more than just the little girl he skated with.Then, in the blink of an eye, her whole life changed. Four years later, she's just another face in the crowd at her university journalism program and everyone calls her Mia. Only her closest friends and family know anything about her past or the dreams she used to have.And that's what she thought she wanted, until another twist of fate throws her temporarily back into Austin's world. Can she keep the truth about who she is hidden from the one person who used to know her better than anyone?This is part one of a 2-book duet.
The Intersection of Sports and Intellectual Property
This book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of intellectual property rights in the world of sports, catering to a wide audience including sports professionals, lawyers, students, and enthusiasts. Through a blend of legal analysis, real-world examples, and practical insights, this will serve as an essential guide to navigating the complex terrain where sports and intellectual property intersect. "The Intersection of Sports and Intellectual Property" offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between sports and IP. From trademarks and copyrights to patents and licensing agreements, the book delves into the legal, economic, and creative aspects of protecting and leveraging intellectual property in the sports industry. Through case studies, legal insights, and predictions for the future, readers gain a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic and multifaceted arena. Whether you are a sports enthusiast, legal professional, or business executive, this book serves as a valuable resource for navigating the exciting world where sports and intellectual property intersect.
Explosion
Montreal Expos historian and author Danny Gallagher is back at it again with his 10th book about the moribound franchise. Explosion is part of a continuing series of books Gallagher has written about memories of the Expos from 1969-2004. This is an anniversary book as 2024 is the 20th anniversary of the 2004 relocation of the Expos to Washington and the 30th anniversary of the talented 1994 team which was decimated by the strike and cancellation of the season. Read stories you have never seen before.
Sports Analytics
Data and analytics have the potential to provide sports organizations with a competitive advantage both on and off the field. Yet even as the use of analytics in sports has become commonplace, teams regularly find themselves making big investments without significant payoff. This book is a practical, nontechnical guide to incorporating sports data into decision making, giving leaders the knowledge they need to maximize their organization's investment in analytics. Benjamin C. Alamar--a leading expert who has built high-performing analytics groups--surveys the current state of the use of data in sports, including both specifics around the tools and how to deploy them most effectively. Sports Analytics offers a clear, easily digestible overview of data management, statistical models, and information systems and a detailed understanding of their vast possibilities. It walks readers through the essentials of understanding the value of different types of data and strategies for building and managing an analytics team. Throughout, Alamar illustrates the value of analytics with real-world examples and case studies from both the sports and business sides. Sports Analytics has guided a range of sports professionals to success since its original publication in 2013. This second edition adds examples and strategies that focus on using data on the business side of a sports organization, provides concrete strategies for incorporating different types of data into decision making, and updates all discussions for the rapid technological developments of the last decade.
LIBRARIES OF A LIFETIME and why they need to stay open
The list of closed or closing libraries all over the UK is long. Very long. And it's getting longer still as the seemingly endless squeeze on localgovernment spending becomes tighter and tighter.That squeeze may have relaxed a little by the time you pick up this book. But for now it seems that shelf after shelf of other books tobrowse and borrow is seen by many local authorities as a conveniently outdated facility. After all, isn't so much information and fictionavailable online?Available but not always accessible or digestible. Or indeed inspirational. This book is laced with stories about people who havebeen inspired to make something of their lives against the odds through their local libraries.That includes the author who has lived in quite a few different cities and towns over a long lifetime. Libraries still matter to him. They alsomatter to children, to their parents and teachers. To the lonely needling warmth and company. To any number of societies and clubsseeking suitable venues to meet up. To students looking for laptop tables to work on.Not forgetting those of us who still love having access to an abundance of books that cost nothing. That access would be inaccessible in many more city centres, suburbs and villages were it not for the number of volunteers who've stepped forward to ensure that their local libraries are not full of books gathering dust behind permanently locked doors.
Handgunner's Guide
Chic Gaylord's Handgunner's Guide (first published in 1960) is the definitive manual on modern handguns and their use, written by a man who was a quick-draw record holder and an expert on combat shooting.This guidebook gives you step-by-step analysis and advice on: - choosing a handgun- adapting a gun to your individual needs- drawing and firing for speed and for accuracy- self-defense and combat methods- holsters and ammunition for handguns- the psychology of gun-fightingAnd there is a fascinating chapter on the great gun-fighters of the Old West. The copious illustrations clarify every detail of the text.Chic Gaylord (1914-1992) was famous across the country for the holsters that he hand-made in his shop on the west side of New York City. Equally well known for his speed and accuracy with many types of handguns, he demonstrated his prowess in public exhibitions and on television shows. His tips and advice on guns, holsters and ammunition evoked grateful praise from scores of police officers and interested citizens. The essence of Gaylord's accumulated hand-gun wisdom is distilled between the covers of this book.
Winning Judo
Provides practical and realistic skills for practitioners of competitive judo.Extensive information on tactical applications of judo in a variety of situations that take place in competition matches.Provides numerous techniques with clear photographs explaining how to apply them most effectively, both in practice and competition.Examines how and why judo works as a competitive sport.Provides historical overview on how the sport of judo developed.Target audience: Judo players, Judo coaches, Grappling Arts players, Grappling Arts coaches.
Running Rewired
Become a stronger, faster, and more durable runner with a program created by America's leading endurance sports physical therapist--now updated to include the latest research and a new chapter to help runners combat common overuse injuries. In this second edition of Running Rewired, Jay Dicharry distills cutting-edge biomechanical research into 16 workouts any runner can slot into their training program to begin seeing real results in as soon as 6 weeks. For better or worse, your body drives your running form. Running Rewired will show you how to shed old injuries, mobility problems, weaknesses, and imbalances and rewire your body-brain movement patterns. You'll rebuild your dynamics and transform your running within one season. The rebuilding process targets the four essential skills required for faster, safer running, Runners must practice quality movement as they build strength for their sport. In this new edition of Running Rewired, you'll find: 11 self-tests for joint mobility, posture stability, rotation, and alignment 80 exercises to fix blocks, move with precision, build strength, and improve power 16 rewire workouts to amplify any training plan from 5K to ultramarathon New research-driven strategies to optimize your bones, tendons, and muscles for the demands of running New instruction to guide everyone from new + young runners to masters and elite runners on successfully implementing the Running Rewired program Dicharry's Running Rewired pulls in the best practices from the fields of physical therapy, biomechanics, and sports performance to optimize your body and your run for durability, longevity, and success.
Winning Judo
Winning Judo offers realistic and practical instruction for success in competitive judo. Written for beginner and experienced athletes, author Steve Scott shares the skills you need to be successful at all levels of competitive judo.He will teach you how to train your body, enhance your competition skill set, and establish a winning mental game. You will learn how toUnderstand the three levels of training intensityScout and read your opponentsDevelop tactics for regaining and keeping your lead in the scoringManage tempo, pace, and positioningAnd much moreJudo is based on sound principles of movement and biomechanics. Understanding how and why a technique works or doesn't work provides a solid advantage when under stress in competition. With over 450 photographs, Steve will explain the proper ways to exploitSuccess with throwsManaging transitions and defensesAggressive defenses that win matchesGround fighting and breaking down your opponentDefending against and initiating armlocksChokes and stranglesTo be successful in judo, athletes and their coaches need clear objectives and informed knowledge of what to do during the ever-changing dynamics of a judo match. Steve Scott has developed and coached many competitors to championships at World, Pan American, and Olympic judo teams. Written by popular demand, he brings his lifetime of experience in one authoritative and focused book on winning in competitive judo.
Interrelationships Between Sport and the Arts
This book is a significant new contribution to understanding both sports and the arts, not just in their separate contexts, but also in amalgam. It represents a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students of Sports, Visual Art, Literature, History, Sociology and Social Theory, and Cultural Studies.
A Pocket Billiards Compendium
Two classics on pocket billiards (both from 1948) are collected here: Trick and Fancy Shots in Pocket Billiards, by Jimmy Caras, and Willie Mosconi on Pocket Billiards. For pool players who have thought about the 'trick shots' of pool, Jimmy Caras offers expert advice and tips. For new players, Willie Mosconi teaches clear techniques for starting out and advancing in skill. Both authors were champions of the game.
Faster Stronger Wiser
FSW Body Weight Training is a six-week workout to help you master your body weight.FSW Body Weight Training Schedule: The workout programs consist of a five-day work and two-day rest schedule.Phase One starts with The Body Weight Blast. This three-week program goes through the basics of body weight training. It will seem easy to start and even a bit repetitive, but mastering this process makes moving on to phase 2 much easier.Phase Two moves to Body Weight Blast 2. This routine introduces more advanced exercises and will be much more demanding on your body, but if you master the first phase, the second phase will be much easier to complete.Phase Three takes you to the Bar Routine, a challenging pull-up that will take your body to its limit.(Phase Three is optional and only recommended for people very experienced in exercise.
Faster Stronger Wiser
Are you ready to elevate your strength training to new heights? Say goodbye to plateauing and hello to unprecedented gains with a fitness program designed to make you Faster, Stronger, and Wiser.Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or a beginner looking to kickstart your fitness journey, Faster Stronger Wiser Strength Training is your ultimate companion.This program combines five Faster Stronger Wiser routines into one extensive program to unleash your inner powerhouse and become Faster, Stronger, and Wiser than ever before.Transform your body and transform your life with Faster Stronger Wiser Strength Training. Start your journey today!"
Starting and Coaching a Roller Derby League
This book offers everything someone needs to form a roller derby league, from entitychoices, structuring the league, running and coaching practices with a strong focus on themental game, drills and administrative forms. This is Roller Derby in a Box!
Ring Revelations
Dive into the heart-pounding world of boxing with "Ring Revelations," a riveting exploration of the sport's most iconic figures and unforgettable moments. Uncover the untold stories and behind-the-scenes secrets of boxing's legendary fighters as you step inside the ring with the best of the best!The perfect gift for yourself or any boxing fan! From adrenaline-fueled matches to the personal journeys of these boxing greats, this book offers a ringside seat to the drama, triumphs, and challenges that define the sport. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the boxing scene, "Ring Revelations" promises an immersive experience. Are you ready to unravel the mysteries and magic of boxing's finest? Embark on this unforgettable journey today and get it today!
Ring Revelations
Dive into the heart-pounding world of boxing with "Ring Revelations," a riveting exploration of the sport's most iconic figures and unforgettable moments. Uncover the untold stories and behind-the-scenes secrets of boxing's legendary fighters as you step inside the ring with the best of the best!The perfect gift for yourself or any boxing fan! From adrenaline-fueled matches to the personal journeys of these boxing greats, this book offers a ringside seat to the drama, triumphs, and challenges that define the sport. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the boxing scene, "Ring Revelations" promises an immersive experience. Are you ready to unravel the mysteries and magic of boxing's finest? Embark on this unforgettable journey today and get it today!
Facing Frankenstein
You have created a Mental Monster that is more cunning, capable, and powerful than any of your physical opponents. It is your worst enemy and fiercest rival in sport.Do you sabotage your own performances and success?Are you in a constant battle with your mind?Do you ever wonder why your mind turns against you?Has competing become a fear-fest when it used to be fun and exciting?Guided by the Mental Monster Model, Facing Frankenstein is a one-stop superstore of information and instruction for sportspeople who long for an effective answer to the burning question: How can I get out of my own way and perform like I know I can?With its combination of unique insights, real-life examples, and a no-nonsense training system that works, you will discover: Why you struggle with the psychological side of competing and be surprised that it has little to do with sport itself.What holds you back and why.How to manage the monster mind and deliver high-level performances time and time again.'Working with Mark was the turning point in my career'Rory Best OBE, Ulster, Ireland, and B&I Lions
With proper training to more energy and health
This book is about effective training. The author explains how the body works and how to design a workout that supports personal goals. It also provides information on metabolism, weight loss, muscle building and orthopaedic problems. The book offers a well-founded and understandable explanation of how the body works and how to design an effective workout. The author emphasizes that effectiveness is not to be equated with fast, hard or long training, but rather with a conscious training that supports one's own goals. The author also refutes some common myths spread on social media, such as the idea that a certain exercise can help you lose fat, build muscle, become more agile and reduce stress. He clarifies that muscle and fat build-up always take place in the body at the same time and that endurance training should take place under good oxygen coverage in order to increase endurance and have more energy. What is particularly positive is that the author proposes a clear order for the structure of different aspects in the body. He compares this to building a house and stresses that while it is possible to start with the roof or the garden, it is more meaningful and effective to start with the foundation. The book also provides information on metabolism, weight loss, muscle building and orthopaedic problems. The author explains these topics in an understandable way and gives concrete tips and advice. Overall, the book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to make their training more effective. It provides sound information, clear explanations and practical advice. I recommend it to anyone who is interested in effective training. The book provides a comprehensive guide for effective training, based on sound information about the body and its functioning. It refutes common myths and offers concrete tips and advice.
Copkido the Solution to Excessive Force
In "COPKIDO: The Solution to Excessive Force," author "SHAWN P. MARANDO" presents a groundbreaking approach to addressing the pervasive issue of excessive force in various fields, from law enforcement and security to healthcare and beyond. This comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights and practical strategies for professionals in police, nursing, corrections, EMT, paramedic, and other related fields, as well as anyone interested in non-violent self-defense and crisis management. Drawing from extensive experience in the field, "SHAWN P. MARANDO" explores the complexities of use of force situations and introduces the concept of COPKIDO - a holistic methodology that emphasizes de-escalation techniques, communication skills, and proactive measures to prevent violence. Through real-life case studies and expert analysis, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of brutality and learn effective ways to mitigate it. With a focus on workplace violence prevention, COPKIDO offers invaluable tools for creating safer environments in hospitals, healthcare facilities, and other settings where security is paramount. Whether you're a seasoned law enforcement officer, a frontline healthcare worker, or a concerned citizen, this book provides actionable strategies for diffusing tense situations and fostering a culture of respect and safety. From verbal de-escalation tactics to physical intervention techniques, COPKIDO equips readers with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate high-stress scenarios with confidence and professionalism. It's an indispensable resource for anyone committed to promoting peaceful resolutions and preventing unnecessary harm in their community. Whether you're a member of the TSA, border patrol, or a private security firm, COPKIDO offers practical guidance for enhancing security protocols while minimizing the risk of excessive force incidents. By embracing the principles of COPKIDO, professionals can uphold their duty to protect while respecting the dignity and rights of all individuals. Discover a new paradigm for addressing excessive force and promoting safety and accountability in every aspect of security and public service. With COPKIDO, the path to a more peaceful and secure future begins today.
Turning the Tide
Against the backdrop of the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan, the 1980 Moscow Olympics was always going to be political.Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser wanted Australia's Olympic athletes to boycott the Games, in line with the USA, but many of the athletes had a different view and competed anyway.Athletes were the victims - and most of them female.According to Ford, who was Australia's first and founding member of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes Commission, that struggle is far from over.In Turning the Tide, 800 metres Swimming Gold Medal winner, Michelle Ford, charts the highs and lows from the beaches of Sydney as a young girl with a dream, to the dizzy heights of Olympic swimming gold against the odds of Cold-War politics spilling into sport like poison.Olympic boycotts, death threats, wilful blindness and misogyny coincided with the first and most ferocious, systematic, state-sponsored doping the world has ever witnessed.As Paris prepares to host the 2024 Olympics, 100 years after the Modern Olympics founding father Pierre de Coubertin declared that "Women have one task, that of the role of crowning the winner with garlands", an indifference to female athletes lives on. In this roller-coaster account of courage and resilience in the Olympic realm, Turning the Tide is a manifesto for change.
Dressage Principles Illuminated Expanded Edition
Xenophon Press is pleased to present this softcover edition of what many followers of Charles de Kunffy consider to be their "bible." Since our publication of the collector's edition in 2021, riders and trainers alike have asked for a more portable version. This text is a favorite of riders and trainers alike and stands as a cornerstone of Charles' writings: to treat our horses with dignity, respect and kindness. This edition will be treasured and referred to often. The chapters are succinct, and cover essential topics that need to be embedded in the minds of riders and trainers.We encourage you to read, and re-read the material, study the diagrams, photos, and method. I would like to thank Mary Fleishman sincerely for her valuable copy editing suggestions. For those of us fortunate enough to have studied and taught with Charles, this volume serves as a valuable reminder of his decades of dedicated pedagogy.Edited by Richard Williams
The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Sustainable Development
The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Sustainable Development is a comprehensive and powerful survey of the ways in which sport engages with its social, environmental, and ethical responsibilities.It considers how sport can use its unique profile and platform to influence the attitudes of sport fans and consumers to promote positive social and environmental action around the world and to contribute to sustainable development, perhaps the most important issue of our time. The book is structured around the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, with a section devoted to each goal that contains chapters reviewing key theory and current research, measurement and evaluation issues, and the application of current knowledge in real-world development situations. Drawing on research and expertise from management, sociology, development studies, psychology, and other disciplines, the book examines the role that sport must play in areas such as health and well-being, poverty, education, gender equality, decent work, responsible consumption, and climate action.Representing a keynote work on the wider social responsibilities of sport as both an industry and sociocultural activity, this is essential reading for any advanced student or researcher working in sport development, sport management, sport sociology, event studies, development studies, or environmental studies, and for any development practitioner or sport management professional looking to understand how to achieve positive social change in and through sport.The Open Access version of this book, available at http: //www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
Evaluation in Sport and Leisure
This book presents a critical assessment of evaluation theory and practice in sport and leisure. It considers established and emerging forms of evaluation; examines typologies, issues, contexts and processes, and asks how evaluation practice can be improved in the future.
Sport in the Iberian Peninsula
This is the first book in English to offer an overview of the development of the sport industry in Spain and Portugal, examining the social, economic, cultural, and political impact sport has had in this region and on world sport more broadly.
Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design
The Textbook for Experimental Cartridge DesignNo matter yourreloading goals, Reloader's Handbook of WildcatCartridge Design, 2nd Edition, is the mostcomprehensive reference available for designing, building, loading and shootingwildcat cartridges. Calibers span the gamut, from the tiny .10 caliber to thebrawny .50 cal. There is something for every interest! Following the firstedition's success, this completely updated edition adds three new chapters, including modernized wildcats, recently developed proprietary and factorycartridges, ammunition sources, and options for procuring .22 rimfire ammo whenit is not commercially available, plus brass sources and specialty suppliers. Inside You'll Find: - Dimensioneddrawings and loading data - Detailedcartridge descriptions and performance - Historicalwildcat cartridges and new designs - Wildcatsvs. improved cartridges - Tooling, supplies and suppliers - P.O.Ackley and other wildcatter profiles! In Reloader's Handbook of Wildcat Cartridge Design, 2ndEdition, learn how to make your own reamers and reloading diesand design new cartridges, whether your goal is increased velocity, improvedaccuracy, more extended range, or better terminal performance on game!
