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1) Rugby
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Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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Curious about the exciting and visceral sport of rugby? You're not alone! Millions of fans worldwide revel in rugby's unique mix of physicality, teamwork, strategy, and athleticism. In Rugby For Dummies, you'll find easy-to-follow explanations of how the game is played plus introductions to the various tournaments and formats in North America and around the world. Starting with the basic rules that govern the action on the field to tips on coaching,...
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[2023]
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"Millions of people became part of Michael Oher's story when they watched a version of him on the big screen; read his memoir, I Beat the Odds; or cheered him on from the stands. After speaking to so many of them over the years, Oher knows that more than anything, people want to believe great things can happen, even when the situation looks bleak. His story of overcoming the toughest of odds serves as their hope. Oher's life has had a lot of unexpected...
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2023.
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"Baseball is not the only sport to use ""moneyball."" American football fans, teams, and gamblers are increasingly using data to gain an edge against the competition. Professional and college teams use data to help select players and identify team needs. Fans use data to guide fantasy team picks and strategies. Sports bettors and fantasy football players are using data to help inform decision making. This concise book provides a clear introduction...
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For many years, the football transfer window has been a dominant topic in news columns, with fans increasingly glued to social media for updates on their clubs. The Boot Room delves into the intricacies of the transfer window, tracing its evolution from its inception to its current form, shaped by data-led scouting.
Author Andrew Judge engages with a diverse range of football insiders, from finance experts discussing the state of football finances...
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Read about the great history and traditions of the Penn State Nittany Lions football throughout the years. Season by season recaps with game recaps along with schedules for each season. Rivalry games, Bowl games and much more. Whether you are a Penn State fan or a College Football fan, this is a must read for all. UPDATED through the 2023 season.
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The upstart AFL operated in direct competition with the more established NFL throughout its existence. Read about every season {1960-1969} and recaps of every teams seasons inside. This is a great read for Pro Football history buffs and fans in general. Game recaps of every playoff game and AFL Championship games, including the AFL All-Star games are included.
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Throughout my interview process for The Southern Massacre, player after player and person after person had specific memories of the 1979 Presbyterian College football team. Bruce Ollis, 1979 PC OG and Co-Captain, told how he had a banner in his high school gym. Bruce, like many other Presbyterian College graduates, was part of PC's legendary Coach Cally Gault's coaching tree. The banner stated, "Football lasts 48 minutes. Memories are for a lifetime!"
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After pushback from some powerful boosters, Western Alabama University President Charles Conners calls on Atwater High School Football Coach Kirby Williams, an eight time state champion and three time USA Today National Champion and leader of the premiere program in high school football in the country, to ignite a brand new program at Western. Williams interviews for the job, is hired and must navigate the challenges in pursuing his dream of winning...
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With this Chicago Bears Facts & Trivia Book, you can make your Chicago Bears lover light up with delight with Comprehensive Facts and Multiple Choice Trivia Questions!You will experience the most comprehensive, detailed facts and questions written on the Chicago Bears.Our Trivia will test your knowledge of all aspects of the Chicago Bears. This Trivia book is in a multiple-choice format. It has the look and feels of an old-school test! Each page...
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This book is for football fans of all ages. It is both educational and entertaining as you can read nostalgically about former great College teams and players, as well as some of the great Bowl Games from the past. This book covers all the Bowl Games of the 21st Century (2000-2010), so you can read about your football heroes, past and present.
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The book content is written straight from my memory, without research, because I developed it, used it, and had success with it. As a reference guide in tactical football, it covers why and how I developed a formula which assists managers tactically in play as well as in training, can be used by most ages to get their players playing as a team very quickly, and continuously, if fully taken up by the manager of any team he will find improvements in...
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Football is a microcosm of the world. A varsity football game may seem like a high-pressure situation, but when you compare it to the life experiences, these young men will need to navigate their way through; football is an excellent tool to learn skills like perseverance, hard work, integrity, teamwork, and being counted on. You get a chance in a football game, and through a football season as a player, to learn all the lessons you need as an adult...
15) Simply the best
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Chicago Stars volume 10
Pub. Date
[2024]
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English
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When Brett, the hottest sports agent in the business, and Rory, the sister of his superstar client, meet and have a disastrous one-night stand, resulting in murder, they find things getting messy, dangerous, heartbreaking and sexy as they struggle with themselves, each other and love.
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Español
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Sin duda el fútbol sala o futsal, se ha convertido en la actualidad en uno de los deportes más populares debido a su dinamismo y espectacularidad, al reducido espacio que se precisa para jugarlo, y la facilidad que ofrece para que pueda ser practicado desde por niños hasta por "veteranos".
Un libro guía como este se hacía necesario, pues abarca todos aquellos aspectos del juego que un practicante, sea ya experto o novato, o aficionado a este...
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Get the Summary of Pete Carroll's Win Forever in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Pete Carroll's "Win Forever" chronicles his journey from a sports-loving youth in Marin County to a renowned football coach. Despite physical development challenges, Carroll's competitive spirit was nurtured by his family, particularly his supportive parents and older brother. Early coaching experiences and exposure to sports psychology,...
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"Considered the bible of scouting techniques" according to the Los Angeles Times, Football Scouting Methods explains the basic scouting strategies and insights of author Steve Belichick. He was widely viewed as the ablest football scout of his time and coached at the U.S. Naval Academy for 33 years; his son is New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, a three-time Super Bowl winner. When Steve Belichick died in November 2005, the New York Times headline...
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Sports Illustrated, the most respected voice in sports journalism, has covered the National Football League for over seven decades, documenting its heroes, villains, great characters, and iconic moments. A wide-ranging portrait of America's game, this anthology features the best pro football writing from the SI archives by nationally renowned journalists including George Plimpton, Frank Deford, Rick Reilly, and Paul Zimmerman.
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Dive into the rich tapestry of the world's most beloved sport in "The Global Game - The Evolution of Football." This meticulously researched and engaging book takes you on an extraordinary journey through the history of football, from its ancient origins to the modern-day global phenomenon it has become.Uncover the secrets of how early civilizations kicked around makeshift balls, explore the birth of organized football in medieval Europe, and witness...
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