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Follow one man's leadership journey from his youth spent playing basketball to his adulthood as a businessman wearing bow ties.

Follow one man's leadership journey from his youth spent playing basketball to his adulthood as a businessman wearing bow ties.

Each day, millions of people around the world put on their trainers and try to deal with their personal demons and life challenges by going for a run. In Running for our lives, Rachel Ann Cullen shares moving stories of hope and resilience, demonstrating the power of running to help us all overcome adversity

This book of 42.195 insights-the number of kilometers in a marathon-distills the wealth of wisdom and experience Mara, one of the world's top marathoners, has gained as a world-class athlete. Reviewed by Daley Thompson

The hilarious, heartwarming and - unbelievably - true story of Maurice Flitcroft, the World's Worst Golfer'The story of its greatest anti-hero is just what the game needs' SpectatorWhen 46-year-old crane driver Maurice Flitcroft chanced his way into the Open - having never before played a round of golf in his life - he ran up a record-worst score of 121. The sport's ruling classes banned him for life.Maurice didn't take it lying down. In a hilarious game of cat-and-mouse with The Man, he entered tournaments again - and again, and again - using increasingly ludicrous pseudonyms such as Gene Pacecki, Arnold Palmtree and Count Manfred von Hoffmanstel (more often than not disguised by a fake moustache).In doing so, he sent the authorities into apoplexy, and won the hearts of fans from Muirfield to Michigan, becoming arguably the most popular - and certainly the bravest - sporting underdog the world has ever known'Hilarious' Esquire

The book is about me being born in Tottenham to working class parents and subsequently growing up in the Tottenham area and the schools I went to and the 'drinking establishments' I frequented in the area.

Author Mike Nabors delves into Drew's career in a unique fashion going behind the scenes to learn how he approached the game and ultimately left his legendary legacy.

Calling All Jags Fans!The Jacksonville Jaguars have an exciting history for a club that just joined the NFL in 1995.  From the early days of taking the league by storm to the incredible young roster that the team has built today, Jacksonville''s fan base has seen a lot of crazy moments.  The Jaguars have no shortage of great stories throughout the years, and now all of those memorable players, facts, and moments are detailed, along with a whole lot more, in the new Ultimate Jacksonville Jaguars Trivia Book.Throughout this page turning read, you''ll find hilarious anecdotes, behind the scenes info, fascinating statistics, and a whole lot more, including:Which Jaguar is the tallest player in the NFL at his positionWho finished his career in Jacksonville and earned licenses to fly a plane AND practice lawHow the Jaguars created the world''s largest scoreboardsWhat''s in the famous sushi rolls named after Jaguars wideout Jimmy SmithWhich Jaguar''s career ended after becoming the first player to wear number 13 for the franchiseAnd much more. It''s all here in an entertaining book that any loyal Jacksonville fan must own.  From Mark Brunell to Trevor Lawrence, and everything in between, this book is full of interesting details that will make you the envy of your friends every Sunday and prove once and for all who the biggest fan of the Jacksonville Jaguars really is.Test your knowledge with hundreds of clever factoids, multiple choice options, and true or false questions that will set the record straight in any football argument.  Never be caught without the answer you need in a sports debate again.This book has all the incredible records, opinionated quotations, and memorable stories that will truly make readers the Ultimate Jacksonville Jaguars fans.

The Champs Are Here!Not many NFL Teams can boast the highs and lows of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From the early days of winless seasons and ridicule to the vindication and glory of their current victory, Tampa Bay''s fan base has been through everything. The Bucs have no shortage of great stories throughout the years. All of those legendary players, facts, and moments are detailed, along with a whole lot more, in the new ultimate Tampa Bay Buccaneers trivia book.Throughout this thrilling read, you''ll find hilarious anecdotes, behind-the-scenes tales, mesmerizing statistics, and a whole lot more, including:Which Bucs player has his jersey in the Major League Baseball Hall of FameHow Tampa Bay traded away a player too early, before that player went on to become a legendWhich Buccaneer still hasn''t spent a penny from his NFL contracts, a decade into his careerThe top secret nickname given to Tampa''s pursuit of free agent Tom Brady in 2020Which Bucs player became a mixed martial artist and earned knockout and submission wins on a reality TV showIt''s all here in an entertaining book that any proud Tampa Bay fan must own. From Vinny Testaverde to Tom Brady, and everything in between, this book is full of interesting details that will make you the envy of your friends every Sunday and prove once and for all who the biggest fan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers really is.Test your knowledge with hundreds of clever factoids, multiple-choice options, and true-false questions that will set the record straight in any football argument. Never be caught without the answer you need in a sports debate again.This book has all the incredible records, opinionated quotations, and memorable stories that will truly make readers the ultimate Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans.

The life of Magnus Carlsen in more than 250 pictures, from prodigy to World Chess Champion.

Before succumbing to H.I.V. in 2013, heavyweight world champion Tommy ¿The Duke¿ Morrison was one of the most charismatic figures in modern boxing. His starring role in Rocky V was widely-heralded as a potential launching pad for a promising Hollywood career.Morrison denied having H.I.V. and fought to resume his boxing career, causing substantial press coverage. His bizarre behavior, including having soccer shin guards implanted in his chest, was widely covered. An Oklahoma legend, Morrison, characterized during his career as a ¿Great White Hope,¿ continues to have a large fan base across the Midwest.

Sons of Cambria is the first volume of a landmark three-part collection that will feature every footballer capped for Wales' senior men's team since 1876 and is the essential reference guide for all followers of Welsh international football.

Tommy Ball, a key member of Aston Villa's 1923 all-star team, is the only English professional footballer deemed by law to have been murdered. The circumstances and reasons surrounding his death have puzzled sport and legal historians for almost a century. This book may just hold the answers.

This book tells the remarkable story of a small-town athlete from the farming plains of Minnesota who became one of the greatest players in NFL history.

Mark Ramprakash is arguably the greatest English batsman of his generation, but he is also an enigma. This title covers various aspects of his cricket career - from the hot-headed cricketing prodigy who made his Test debut for England at the age of 21, to finally being cast aside by his country in 2002.

Discover what it Takes to Live the Life of an MMA FighterAre you a fan of MMA? Do you have a favorite fighter? Have you always wondered what is this life like? Mark Tullius, a former cage fighter and boxer, will answer all of your questions. Find out what does it take to become an MMA fighter and how difficult the life of these athletes is.There are so many people who are uneducated about this sport. They believe that fighters are savages who like punching others. But every MMA athlete has his own background story and the reason why they decided to walk down this road.This is not one of those fiction books that tell a story of a poor young man who decides to fight so he could escape poverty. This is a book based on the true experiences of MMA fighters. Mark travels all over the country, looking for fighters he could interview and train with.After visiting 100 gyms and interviewing 340 fighters, Mark was able to show the world what it really means to be an MMA fighter.Here's what you'll discover inside this book: - A Collection of True Stories: Read about the greatest achievements and biggest pitfalls of not just one, but 340 MMA fighters.- The Beauty of MMA: There are not so many people in the world who have an appetite for getting punched in the face. Discover what makes MMA practitioners take up fighting for a living.- The Raw Truth: Find out everything that happens in a life of MMA fighter - from sticking to a strict diet to cultivating mental strength needed to lead a fighter's life.It's time for the world to look past the stigma of violence and finally realize the real foundation of the fighting culture - discipline, resilience, and strength.Scroll up, click on "Buy Now with 1-Click", and Get Your Copy Now!

Dan Joseph examines old tales about Reiser and digs deeper into Pete's life and career to learn what made this extraordinary player risk his health, and his skull, for the sake of victory.

Come spend a week with legendary Coach John Wooden at his summer basketball camp! Filled with timeless basketball and life wisdom from Coach Wooden, this recollection includes stories about campers, coaches, and the Dallas Cowboys who experienced camp alongside Coach. Author Greg Hayes witnessed the beloved coach mentor, mold, teach, and inspire players and coaches of all ages, leaving a legacy that seeped into the future of all those he encountered. Coach's daughter Nan Wooden calls it, "a loving tribute to my dad." The book describes what Coach's final camp was like, and shows a personable and fun side of the greatest coach ever.