Author: Ellen Labrecque
Publisher: Child's World
ISBN: 9781503835306
Category : Basketball
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Brief introduction to the beginnings and early history of the WNBA"--
Legends of Women’s Basketball
Author: Emma Huddleston
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
ISBN: 163494335X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the pioneers of the early days of the sport to the superstars of today, Legends of Women's Basketball tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both on and off the basketball court.
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
ISBN: 163494335X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the pioneers of the early days of the sport to the superstars of today, Legends of Women's Basketball tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both on and off the basketball court.
WNBA
Author: Jim Hoehn
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1098210018
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
This title tells the story of the Women's National Basketball Association, from its founding in the 1990s to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn about the league's stars, teams, and coaches, as well as player efforts to earn higher pay. Features include infographics, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1098210018
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
This title tells the story of the Women's National Basketball Association, from its founding in the 1990s to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn about the league's stars, teams, and coaches, as well as player efforts to earn higher pay. Features include infographics, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Legends of Maryland Basketball
Author: Dave Ungrady
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1613211325
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Legends of Maryland Basketball is a feature on the basketball players and coaches who brought glory and pride to their university, as well as the men and women who played significant roles in developing the team to reach new heights. This book is a memorable return journey to the lives of those who influenced the history of basketball at the University of Maryland.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1613211325
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Legends of Maryland Basketball is a feature on the basketball players and coaches who brought glory and pride to their university, as well as the men and women who played significant roles in developing the team to reach new heights. This book is a memorable return journey to the lives of those who influenced the history of basketball at the University of Maryland.
The Rise of the WNBA: A 2024 Season Review and Growth Analysis
Author: Alex Jones
Publisher: Pure Water Books
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Are you ready to dive deep into the heart-pounding action of the WNBA 2024 season? Do the complexities of the game leave you wanting more clarity and insight? Yes! “The Rise of the WNBA: A 2024 Season Review and Growth Analysis” is here to transform your understanding and appreciation of women’s basketball. Benefits for WNBA Lovers: Discover the strategies that led teams to victory. Relive the most memorable moments with vivid game recaps. Gain exclusive insights from player interviews and expert analyses. Learn from the challenges faced by athletes and how they overcame them. This book is your courtside ticket to understanding the WNBA like never before. It’s not just about the scores; it’s about the stories, the struggles, and the spirit of the game. Why This Book? Comprehensive Season Review: Every game, every play, detailed for your pleasure. In-depth Player Analysis: Get to know the stars off the court. Growth Trends: Understand the league’s evolution and future prospects. Interactive Content: Engage with quizzes and stats that bring the game to life. Viral Bullet Points: Epic showdowns and game-changing plays. Inspirational journeys from rookie to MVP. Statistical breakdowns and trend forecasts. Fan-favorite moments and community highlights. Take Action! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your WNBA knowledge and join the conversation. Grab your copy now and be part of the WNBA’s thrilling journey towards greatness.
Publisher: Pure Water Books
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Are you ready to dive deep into the heart-pounding action of the WNBA 2024 season? Do the complexities of the game leave you wanting more clarity and insight? Yes! “The Rise of the WNBA: A 2024 Season Review and Growth Analysis” is here to transform your understanding and appreciation of women’s basketball. Benefits for WNBA Lovers: Discover the strategies that led teams to victory. Relive the most memorable moments with vivid game recaps. Gain exclusive insights from player interviews and expert analyses. Learn from the challenges faced by athletes and how they overcame them. This book is your courtside ticket to understanding the WNBA like never before. It’s not just about the scores; it’s about the stories, the struggles, and the spirit of the game. Why This Book? Comprehensive Season Review: Every game, every play, detailed for your pleasure. In-depth Player Analysis: Get to know the stars off the court. Growth Trends: Understand the league’s evolution and future prospects. Interactive Content: Engage with quizzes and stats that bring the game to life. Viral Bullet Points: Epic showdowns and game-changing plays. Inspirational journeys from rookie to MVP. Statistical breakdowns and trend forecasts. Fan-favorite moments and community highlights. Take Action! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your WNBA knowledge and join the conversation. Grab your copy now and be part of the WNBA’s thrilling journey towards greatness.
Lone Star Sports Legends
Author: Ryan Sprayberry
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439662142
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
From the clash of college to the best married shooting duo in history, the Lone Star State clears every hurdle the sports world offers. A former Texas Christian basketball player became the first tenured African American professor at Harvard Business School. Aggie football legend John Kimbrough's first professional contract required him to act in movies and serve as the stadium's handyman. For every date on the calendar, Ryan Sprayberry provides a play-by-play of 365 memorable days in the state's athletic history, beginning with the birth of the Cotton Bowl on January 1, 1937, and ending with the final snap of the Ice Bowl on December 31, 1967.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439662142
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
From the clash of college to the best married shooting duo in history, the Lone Star State clears every hurdle the sports world offers. A former Texas Christian basketball player became the first tenured African American professor at Harvard Business School. Aggie football legend John Kimbrough's first professional contract required him to act in movies and serve as the stadium's handyman. For every date on the calendar, Ryan Sprayberry provides a play-by-play of 365 memorable days in the state's athletic history, beginning with the birth of the Cotton Bowl on January 1, 1937, and ending with the final snap of the Ice Bowl on December 31, 1967.
America I AM Legends
Author: Smiley Books
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
ISBN: 1401924913
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
America I AM: The African American Imprint, a national traveling museum exhibition, was conceived by award-winning broadcaster and bestselling author Tavis Smiley as a one-of-a-kind multi-media experience that chronicles the distinct history of African Americans. This beautifully conceived companion volume addresses the central theme of the exhibition, posed by W. E. B. Du Bois: "Would America have been America without her Negro people?" Through exceptional photographic images and penetrating words, America I AM Legends captures the dynamism of 78 legendary African Americans, highlighting the indelible imprint each has made on the United States and the world. A statement illuminating a unique aspect of each iconic figure—made by the legend or by someone carrying on their legacy today—portrays the vision and contribution of each subject. Whether black artistic genius, athletic excellence, political leadership, or the struggle to hold America true to its promise, each legend reminds us that America would be unrecognizable without its African American imprint. America I AM Legends takes us on an unforgettable journey to the heart of the American experience.
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
ISBN: 1401924913
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
America I AM: The African American Imprint, a national traveling museum exhibition, was conceived by award-winning broadcaster and bestselling author Tavis Smiley as a one-of-a-kind multi-media experience that chronicles the distinct history of African Americans. This beautifully conceived companion volume addresses the central theme of the exhibition, posed by W. E. B. Du Bois: "Would America have been America without her Negro people?" Through exceptional photographic images and penetrating words, America I AM Legends captures the dynamism of 78 legendary African Americans, highlighting the indelible imprint each has made on the United States and the world. A statement illuminating a unique aspect of each iconic figure—made by the legend or by someone carrying on their legacy today—portrays the vision and contribution of each subject. Whether black artistic genius, athletic excellence, political leadership, or the struggle to hold America true to its promise, each legend reminds us that America would be unrecognizable without its African American imprint. America I AM Legends takes us on an unforgettable journey to the heart of the American experience.
Legends of N.C. State Basketball
Author: Tim Peeler
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1613217900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
The fever that is college basketball on Tobacco Road started from a small outbreak in Raleigh, North Carolina, when Indiana basketball legend Everett Case became the coach at N.C. State University. He restarted the dormant construction of Reynolds Coliseum, and for fifty years, it was one of the most important basketball arenas in the country. Through the years, the Wolfpack has won two NCAA championships and ten Atlantic Coast Conference championships while giving the sport of college basketball some of its brightest color, from the plaid jackets worn by Norm Sloan to the unbelievable athletic ability of David Thompson to the mouth of Jim Valvano, who spewed one-liners at the speed of hummingbird wings. There have also been dark days during State’s sixty-year history as a member of the ACC. N.C. State basketball has a long history of producing stars, comebacks, and even a few villains, all of which of are detailed by Tim Peeler in this reissue of Legends of N.C. State Basketball. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1613217900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
The fever that is college basketball on Tobacco Road started from a small outbreak in Raleigh, North Carolina, when Indiana basketball legend Everett Case became the coach at N.C. State University. He restarted the dormant construction of Reynolds Coliseum, and for fifty years, it was one of the most important basketball arenas in the country. Through the years, the Wolfpack has won two NCAA championships and ten Atlantic Coast Conference championships while giving the sport of college basketball some of its brightest color, from the plaid jackets worn by Norm Sloan to the unbelievable athletic ability of David Thompson to the mouth of Jim Valvano, who spewed one-liners at the speed of hummingbird wings. There have also been dark days during State’s sixty-year history as a member of the ACC. N.C. State basketball has a long history of producing stars, comebacks, and even a few villains, all of which of are detailed by Tim Peeler in this reissue of Legends of N.C. State Basketball. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Legends, Lore and True Tales of Utah
Author: Lynn Arave
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439675503
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Legends, Lore and True Tales of Utah explores an eclectic past Ordinary history books often fail to address the obscure or the unexplained, leaving questions buried in annals of yesteryear. Where were Utah's mythical monsters, including Bigfoot, spotted? How did 'Schoolmarm's Bloomers' become a state symbol? What created the Lagoon Amusement Park's 'dark side'? Why did 'Frankenstein' prowl through the Cache town of Clarkston? Does Sardine Canyon hide the state's fishiest story? Exactly what was the 'Lakemobile' that rolled through the Great Salt Lake? When and why did BYU temporarily ban football? How is it that the first college basketball team to ever play in the state was all women, and they beat the men? Retired journalist Lynn Arave presents this unique collection, including over a hundred photographs, of the Beehive State's offbeat history.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439675503
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Legends, Lore and True Tales of Utah explores an eclectic past Ordinary history books often fail to address the obscure or the unexplained, leaving questions buried in annals of yesteryear. Where were Utah's mythical monsters, including Bigfoot, spotted? How did 'Schoolmarm's Bloomers' become a state symbol? What created the Lagoon Amusement Park's 'dark side'? Why did 'Frankenstein' prowl through the Cache town of Clarkston? Does Sardine Canyon hide the state's fishiest story? Exactly what was the 'Lakemobile' that rolled through the Great Salt Lake? When and why did BYU temporarily ban football? How is it that the first college basketball team to ever play in the state was all women, and they beat the men? Retired journalist Lynn Arave presents this unique collection, including over a hundred photographs, of the Beehive State's offbeat history.
Legendary Women in Sports Media
Author: Martha London
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
ISBN: 1634943341
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the first women who broke through the glass ceiling to the superstars of the modern media environment, Legendary Women in Sports Media tells the stories of the women who fought for equality in sports journalism and inspired a new generation of female sports reporters.
Publisher: North Star Editions, Inc.
ISBN: 1634943341
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the first women who broke through the glass ceiling to the superstars of the modern media environment, Legendary Women in Sports Media tells the stories of the women who fought for equality in sports journalism and inspired a new generation of female sports reporters.
Hawkeye Legends, Lists, & Lore
Author: Mike Finn
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
ISBN: 9781571671783
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
In this book, Hawkeye Legends, Lists and Lore, lowa's grand athletic history is chronicled in its most complete form ever and its athletes and teams of yesteryear are brought back to life. This book also lists the great and not-so-great moments in lowa athletic history in the 'Charts' features. These sections provide a handy factual resource to demonstrate Hawkeye individuals and teams that rank in the school's history. Hawkeye Legends, Lists and Lore is a must for anyone who is loyal to the Black and Gold and is the perfect gift for your favourite Hawkeye fan.
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
ISBN: 9781571671783
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
In this book, Hawkeye Legends, Lists and Lore, lowa's grand athletic history is chronicled in its most complete form ever and its athletes and teams of yesteryear are brought back to life. This book also lists the great and not-so-great moments in lowa athletic history in the 'Charts' features. These sections provide a handy factual resource to demonstrate Hawkeye individuals and teams that rank in the school's history. Hawkeye Legends, Lists and Lore is a must for anyone who is loyal to the Black and Gold and is the perfect gift for your favourite Hawkeye fan.