Author: Gwendolyn Oxenham
Publisher: Icon Books
ISBN: 1785781545
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
Under the Lights and in the Dark: Untold Stories of Women's Soccer takes an unprecedented look inside the lives of professional football players around the world – from precarious positions in underfunded teams and leagues, to sold-out stadiums and bright lights. Award-winning filmmaker and journalist Gwendolyn Oxenham tells the stories of the phenoms, underdogs, and nobodies – players willing to follow the game wherever it takes them. Under the Lights and in the Dark takes us inside the world of women's soccer, following players across the globe, from Portland Thorns star Allie Long, who trains in an underground men's league in New York City; to English national Fara Williams, who hid her homelessness from her teammates while playing for the English national team. Oxenham takes us to Voronezh, Russia, where players battle more than just snowy pitches in pursuing their dream of playing pro, and to a refugee camp in Denmark, where Nadia Nadim, now a Danish international star, honed her skills after her family fled from the Taliban. Whether you're a newcomer to the sport or a die-hard fan, this is an inspiring book about stars' beginnings and adventures, struggles and hardship, and, above all, the time-honored romance of the game.
Under the Lights and In the Dark
Author: Gwendolyn Oxenham
Publisher: Icon Books
ISBN: 1785781545
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
Under the Lights and in the Dark: Untold Stories of Women's Soccer takes an unprecedented look inside the lives of professional football players around the world – from precarious positions in underfunded teams and leagues, to sold-out stadiums and bright lights. Award-winning filmmaker and journalist Gwendolyn Oxenham tells the stories of the phenoms, underdogs, and nobodies – players willing to follow the game wherever it takes them. Under the Lights and in the Dark takes us inside the world of women's soccer, following players across the globe, from Portland Thorns star Allie Long, who trains in an underground men's league in New York City; to English national Fara Williams, who hid her homelessness from her teammates while playing for the English national team. Oxenham takes us to Voronezh, Russia, where players battle more than just snowy pitches in pursuing their dream of playing pro, and to a refugee camp in Denmark, where Nadia Nadim, now a Danish international star, honed her skills after her family fled from the Taliban. Whether you're a newcomer to the sport or a die-hard fan, this is an inspiring book about stars' beginnings and adventures, struggles and hardship, and, above all, the time-honored romance of the game.
Publisher: Icon Books
ISBN: 1785781545
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
Under the Lights and in the Dark: Untold Stories of Women's Soccer takes an unprecedented look inside the lives of professional football players around the world – from precarious positions in underfunded teams and leagues, to sold-out stadiums and bright lights. Award-winning filmmaker and journalist Gwendolyn Oxenham tells the stories of the phenoms, underdogs, and nobodies – players willing to follow the game wherever it takes them. Under the Lights and in the Dark takes us inside the world of women's soccer, following players across the globe, from Portland Thorns star Allie Long, who trains in an underground men's league in New York City; to English national Fara Williams, who hid her homelessness from her teammates while playing for the English national team. Oxenham takes us to Voronezh, Russia, where players battle more than just snowy pitches in pursuing their dream of playing pro, and to a refugee camp in Denmark, where Nadia Nadim, now a Danish international star, honed her skills after her family fled from the Taliban. Whether you're a newcomer to the sport or a die-hard fan, this is an inspiring book about stars' beginnings and adventures, struggles and hardship, and, above all, the time-honored romance of the game.
Ten
Author: Shamini Flint
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 1328698971
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
Goal-oriented Maya has two main concerns: getting support and permission for girls' soccer and keeping her unpredictable biracial family together. At the same time she's trying to fit in at school, figure out who her true friends are, and dodge the criticisms of her traditional East Indian grandmother and the other relatives who say girls should be quiet and obedient. Maya's witty, observant first-person narrative will make readers want her on their team, and they'll cheer her on as she discovers that winning is great—but losing doesn't mean defeat.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 1328698971
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
Goal-oriented Maya has two main concerns: getting support and permission for girls' soccer and keeping her unpredictable biracial family together. At the same time she's trying to fit in at school, figure out who her true friends are, and dodge the criticisms of her traditional East Indian grandmother and the other relatives who say girls should be quiet and obedient. Maya's witty, observant first-person narrative will make readers want her on their team, and they'll cheer her on as she discovers that winning is great—but losing doesn't mean defeat.
Soccer Surprise
Author: Jake Maddox
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1434232913
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Alex has a hard time adjusting to her new school and her new soccer team.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1434232913
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Alex has a hard time adjusting to her new school and her new soccer team.
Club Soccer 101
Author: Luke Dempsey
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0393349306
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Everything any fan needs to know. Club Soccer 101 is the essential guide to 101 of the most storied soccer clubs in the world. The book covers the history of European powerhouses like Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid; historic South American clubs like Boca Juniors, Corinthians, Penarol, and Santos; and rising clubs from Africa, Asia, and America, including such leading MLS clubs as LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, and Seattle Sounders. Writing with the passion and panache of a deeply knowledgeable and opinionated fan, Luke Dempsey explains what makes each club distinctive: their origins, fans, and style of play; their greatest (and most heartbreaking) seasons and historic victories and defeats; and their most famous players—from Pelé, Eusébio, and Maradona to Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney, and Ronaldo. With club soccer exploding in popularity, Club Soccer 101 provides everything any fan needs to know.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0393349306
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Everything any fan needs to know. Club Soccer 101 is the essential guide to 101 of the most storied soccer clubs in the world. The book covers the history of European powerhouses like Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid; historic South American clubs like Boca Juniors, Corinthians, Penarol, and Santos; and rising clubs from Africa, Asia, and America, including such leading MLS clubs as LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, and Seattle Sounders. Writing with the passion and panache of a deeply knowledgeable and opinionated fan, Luke Dempsey explains what makes each club distinctive: their origins, fans, and style of play; their greatest (and most heartbreaking) seasons and historic victories and defeats; and their most famous players—from Pelé, Eusébio, and Maradona to Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney, and Ronaldo. With club soccer exploding in popularity, Club Soccer 101 provides everything any fan needs to know.
We Kick Balls
Author: Dan Woog
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985972004
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"In over 30 years coaching soccer, Dan Woog has seen and done it all. He's taken teams around the world. Dealt with incredible life-and-death situations. Seen every type of player (and parent). Learned what makes teenagers tick. And learned a lot about himself along the way. We kick balls is "funny, warm, courageous and edifying." It ricochets from the World Cup to Dachau, from Pele's house to 9/11. Somehow, soccer connects them all."--P. [4] of cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985972004
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"In over 30 years coaching soccer, Dan Woog has seen and done it all. He's taken teams around the world. Dealt with incredible life-and-death situations. Seen every type of player (and parent). Learned what makes teenagers tick. And learned a lot about himself along the way. We kick balls is "funny, warm, courageous and edifying." It ricochets from the World Cup to Dachau, from Pele's house to 9/11. Somehow, soccer connects them all."--P. [4] of cover.
Berenstain Bears: We Like Kites
Author: Stan Berenstain
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780679892311
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A windy hill, a summer sky, a perfect day for kites to fly. Sister Bear and Brother Bear join their friends for a sun-filled, fun-filled day in this sweet, rhyming book.
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780679892311
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A windy hill, a summer sky, a perfect day for kites to fly. Sister Bear and Brother Bear join their friends for a sun-filled, fun-filled day in this sweet, rhyming book.
Totally Epic, True and Wacky Soccer Facts and Stories
Author: Puck
Publisher: duopress
ISBN: 1938093828
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Get your cleats ready; this is going to be an epic game! Soccer is full of stories about the great players and the amazing GOOOOOOOOOOALS. But soccer also has a wild side, and tons of wacky stuff happens week after week. Some of the stories in this book are weird, a bit odd, and definitely on the crazy side. Others are about amazing (and not so amazing) records and those passionate fans in the stadiums. In all, these are the totally epic, true, and wacky soccer facts and stories that every fan should know. So, start dribbling and be ready for an epic run to the goal!
Publisher: duopress
ISBN: 1938093828
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Get your cleats ready; this is going to be an epic game! Soccer is full of stories about the great players and the amazing GOOOOOOOOOOALS. But soccer also has a wild side, and tons of wacky stuff happens week after week. Some of the stories in this book are weird, a bit odd, and definitely on the crazy side. Others are about amazing (and not so amazing) records and those passionate fans in the stadiums. In all, these are the totally epic, true, and wacky soccer facts and stories that every fan should know. So, start dribbling and be ready for an epic run to the goal!
The Great Book of Soccer
Author: Bill O'Neill
Publisher: Lak Publishing
ISBN: 9781648450211
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The Great Book of Soccer is an entertaining, instructive and interesting Trivia & Facts book about Soccer. Not everyone knows the history of the game, its origins and the interesting stories that have emerged over the years. Here is a handy e-book that helps to fill that void in knowledge; easily readable and not too overwhelming in statistics.
Publisher: Lak Publishing
ISBN: 9781648450211
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The Great Book of Soccer is an entertaining, instructive and interesting Trivia & Facts book about Soccer. Not everyone knows the history of the game, its origins and the interesting stories that have emerged over the years. Here is a handy e-book that helps to fill that void in knowledge; easily readable and not too overwhelming in statistics.
Maisy Plays Soccer
Author: Lucy Cousins
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 0763672386
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Maisy and her friends enjoy a game of soccer.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 0763672386
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Maisy and her friends enjoy a game of soccer.
Soccer Show-Off
Author: Jake Maddox
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1434279324
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Gina tries to be the star of the soccer team at her new school, but her teammates do not like her showoff moves.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1434279324
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
Gina tries to be the star of the soccer team at her new school, but her teammates do not like her showoff moves.