After second-grader Stink gets an unsatisfactory grade in physical education, his parents tell him he must play a sport and so he masters thumb wrestling, as seen on a sports channel.

The hosting of major sporting events can be a key tool in the development of cities and countries around the world. If carried out effectively these events can not only bring prestige to an area but can leave the local population with a legacy of improved infrastructure and facilities. Managing Major Sports Events: Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the principles and practical skills that underpin the running and hosting of major sports...

When the coach's son, Shawn O'Brien, is chosen to play quarterback, eleven-year-old Ben McBain is not surprised--but when he tries to be a good teammate and help the inconsistent Shawn, he is startled to learn that his new friend does not really want the position.

Henry is not sure his doubles partner in tennis is competent enough to win the tournament, or that his history partner can help get an A on their project.

"Offers readers a variety of activities they can do to get outside in winter. Includes fun facts about the season, bonus sidebar activities, and a "Get Outside!" special feature"--

"There are a lot of aspects to playing football in the NFL beyond Sunday. Read this book to learn more about what professional football players do beyond game time."--

A celebration of the strength, endurance, and athleticism of women and girls throughout the ages, Girls With Guts! keeps score with examples of women athletes from the late 1800s up through the 1970s, sharing how women refused to take no for an answer, and how finally, they pushed for a law to protect their right to play, compete, and be athletes.

"There was a time when running the mile in four minutes was believed to be beyond the limits of human foot speed. In 1952, after suffering defeat at the Helsinki Olympics, three world-class runners each set out to break this barrier: Roger Bannister was a young English medical student who epitomized the ideal of the amateur; John Landy the privileged son of a genteel Australian family; and Wes Santee the swaggering American, a Kansas farm boy and...

"In this book, industry-leading sports professionals-such as Ted Sobel, Fred Claire, Ari Kaplan, Debbie Antonelli, and Ann Meyers Drysdale-offer practical advice and tips for those wanting to pursue a career in sports, including marketing, publicity, broadcasting, journalism, management, scouting, analytics, and more"--

"This title takes a look at some of the greatest moments in tennis history! It highlights the origin of the sport, the miracles that have happened on the court throughout the decades, and the impact they left on the game." --Adapted from Amazon.