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  • Norwegian Method

    The Culture, Science, and Humans behind the Groundbreaking Approach to Elite Endurance Performance

    by Brad Culp ...
    Find out how a sparsely-populated country came to dominate the world of endurance sports and get a blueprint for high performance.Norway has long stacked the field with champions in sports like Nordic skiing and sailing, but a new generation of athletes has arrived on the endurance scene, smashing records and grabbing medals in running, cycling, and triathlon.Sports journalist Brad Culp unpacks ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

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  • Sequins, Scandals & Salchows: Figure Skating in the 1980s

    by Ryan Stevens ...
    Sequins, Scandals and Salchows: Figure Skating in the 1980s is an extraordinary history of a decade when figure skating was the talk of the town and its stars were household names.This one-of-a-kind book expands far beyond iconic moments like Torvill and Dean's Bolero and The Battle of The Brians, exploring intriguing connections between figure skating and real-world events that shaped the decade, ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

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  • The Boomers

    A biography

    by Matt Logue ...
    From heartbreak to triumph: how our national basketball team went from misfits to superstarsThe Boomers' Olympic triumph in Tokyo was possibly the most celebrated bronze medal in Australian sporting history. But the path to this moment is littered with heartache, setback and adversity. The long and arduous journey was recalled by Boomers' leading scorer and five-time Olympian, Andrew Gaze, on ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

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  • Three Kings

    Race, Class, and the Barrier-Breaking Rivals Who Redefined Sports and Launched the Modern Olympic Age

    by Todd Balf ...
    For fans of The Boys in the Boat, and marking the 100th anniversary of the Paris Olympics, the never-before-told story of three athletes who defied the odds to usher in a golden age of sports.Even today, it’s considered one of the most thrilling races in Olympic history. The one-hundred-meter sprint final at the 1924 Paris Games, featuring the world’s three fastest swimmers—American legends Duke ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

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  • Olympia

    The Birth of the Games. Illustrated Edition

    In ancient Greece and across the Mediterranean, kingdoms strive for dominance. The great powers of Carthage and Egypt look on with avarice as the might of the Greeks is spent warring between themselves, oblivious to external dangers. Year in and year out, the people suffer at the hands of their rulers and the famine and pestilence that comes with conflict. The great rulers of the day are ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

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  • Swimming Pretty: The Untold Story of Women in Water

    by Vicki Valosik ...
    From vaudeville tank shows to the Olympic arena, a groundbreaking history of how women found synchronicity—and power—in water.“If you’re not strong enough to swim fast, you’re probably not strong enough to swim ‘pretty,’” said a young Esther Williams to theater impresario Billy Rose. Since the nineteenth century, tensions between beauty and strength, aesthetics and athleticism have both impeded ... Read more

    $19.99 USD

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  • Just Add Water

    My Swimming Life

    by Katie Ledecky ...
    WHAT MAKES A CHAMPION?“I never imagined I would make it to the Olympics, or be at this level, or write a book about this unlikely career that I’ve had. But I’ve really enjoyed the ride, this journey.”Katie Ledecky is one of the best swimmers ever to compete. She has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. A three-time Olympian, a seven-time gold medalist, a twenty-one ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

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  • The Other Olympians

    Fascism, Queerness, and the Making of Modern Sports

    "Michael Waters performs an Olympian act of storytelling, using the stories of these extraordinary athletes to explore in brilliant detail the struggle for understanding and equality." —Jonathan Eig, author of King: A LifeThe story of the early trans athletes and Olympic bureaucrats who lit the flame for today’s culture wars.In December 1935, Zdeněk Koubek, one of the most famous sprinters in ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

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  • The Times Olympic Moments

    Dive into the thrilling world of the Olympics ahead of the Paris 2024 Summer GamesWith striking, full-colour photography, rarely seen archival images and sensational reporting on the action, The Times Olympic Moments showcases the moments of heroism, triumph and controversy that continue to make the Games the centrepiece of the global sporting calendar. Featuring the most stunning records, ... Read more

    $25.99 USD

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  • Making the American Team

    Sport, Culture, and the Olympic Experience

    by Mark Dyreson ...
    Series series Sport and Society
    Sport dominates television and the mass media. Politics and business are a-bustle with sports metaphors. Endorsements by athletes sell us products. "Home run," "slam dunk," and the rest of the vocabulary of sport color daily conversation. Even in times of crisis and emergency, the media reports the scores and highlights.Marky Dyreson delves into how our obsession with sport came into being with a ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

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  • World's Fastest Man

    The Incredible Life of Ben Johnson

    by Mary Ormsby ...
    For two days in late September 1988, Canada’s Ben Johnson was the most celebrated athlete on the planet.Winner of the 100-meter sprint at the Seoul Olympics in a world record 9.79 seconds, he’d just had time to say, “A gold medal—that’s something no one can take away from you,” before testing positive for a performance enhancing drug and giving back his medal.Later admitting to steroid use, ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

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  • All in Stride

    A Journey in Running, Courage, and the Search for the American Dream

    The inspiring stories of distance runners Elvin Kibet and Shadrack Kipchirchir and their determination to build meaningful lives as new American citizens.Professional distance runners Elvin Kibet and Shadrack Kipchirchir grew up in rural Kenyan villages. Though their lives began in poverty, both were driven to reach their full potential, to gain an education and make a difference. And they would ... Read more

    $21.99 USD

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  • What Are the Olympics For?

    by Jules Boykoff ...
    ‘Athletes first’ is a slogan the International Olympic Committee often touts, but the reality is very different, as pre-eminent Olympics expert Jules Boykoff shows in this book. While the world’s attention is riveted by the triumphs and tribulations on their screens, there is much that goes on behind the scenes that is deeply troubling: athletes are increasingly voicing concerns over physical, ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • The Era of Jason Kelce

    From Preschool Expulsion to Sexiest Man Alive Finalist: Jason Kelce's Mesmerizing Story With A Swift Family Connection

    by Edima ...
    The Man Behind The HelmetFollow Jason Kelce's incredible journey from his roots in Cleveland, Ohio to his rise as the golden boy of the Philadelphia Eagles. This book entails the highs and lows of his career from thrilling victories to heartbreaking setbacks. You'll get to learn and understand exactly who the man behind the helmet truly was and is.How his self-confidence and self-drive has shaped ... Read more

    $3.93 USD

  • Alex Harvey, Le prince

    Parcours d'un champion

    by Simon Drouin ...
    La formidable ascension d'un Québécois dans une discipline dominée par les Scandinaves Fils de Pierre Harvey – icône du sport canadien en cyclisme et en ski de fond –, Alex Harvey s'est brillamment affranchi du poids de son patronyme pour devenir l'un des athlètes de chez nous les plus admirés. Celui que ses coéquipiers surnommaient « le prince du Québec » nous transporte, sous la plume agile du ... Read more

    $18.99 USD

  • Brittney Griner Biography

    Hoops Phenom, Olympic Champion, and Inspirational Journey

    by ALVIN NORRIS ...
    Series series Court Chronicles: The Untold Stories of America's Basketball Icons
    Explore the amazing life of legendary basketball player Brittney Griner, whose accomplishments go beyond the game. This book provides an engrossing narrative of Griner's ascent to prominence and the difficulties she encountered, from her stunning performances on the court to her terrifying ordeal in a distant country. Find out about her Olympic victories, her struggles with misfortune, and the ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

  • Ultimate Basketball Rule Book

    A In-depth Guide to the Game's Fundamentals and Regulations

    Discover the essence of basketball with the Ultimate Basketball Rule Book, a in-depth guide meticulously crafted to unveil the intricacies of the game's fundamentals and regulations. From court dimensions to offensive strategies, defensive techniques, and the crucial role of officiating, this book serves as an indispensable companion for players, coaches, and enthusiasts. With a focus on clarity ... Read more

    $6.58 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Turning the Tide

    Against the backdrop of the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan, the 1980 Moscow Olympics was always going to be political.Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser wanted Australia's Olympic athletes to boycott the Games, in line with the USA, but many of the athletes had a different view and competed anyway.Athletes were the victims - and most of them female.According to Ford, who was ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

  • EILEEN GU: A BIOGRAPHY

    A Trailblazing Journey to Olympic Gold and Beyond

    Title: Eileen Gu: A Trailblazing Journey to Olympic Gold and BeyondIn Eileen Gu: A Trailblazing Journey to Olympic Gold and Beyond, is a remarkable story of Eileen Gu, a young athlete who defied expectations and soared to unprecedented heights in the world of winter sports. From her early days on the slopes to her historic triumphs at the Winter Olympics, Gu's journey captivates readers with its ... Read more

    $3.49 USD

  • SUMMARY OF OUTOFSHAPEWORTHLESSLOSER

    A Memoir of Figure Skating, F*cking Up, and Figuring It Out By Gracie Gold

    by Mary Moore ...
    This isn't the main book, and it's not meant to take its place. However, Mary Moore has calmly and brilliantly produced a SUMMARY that:• Simplifies the author's point and relays it.• Written in plain English that individuals of all literacy levels can understand.• Completely outlines several important ideas that you could have missed.• It is time and money efficient while yet being valuableKindly ... Read more

    $3.93 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Nos Bastidores Da Emoção

    Nos Bastidores da Emoção mergulha nas entranhas do emocionante universo do jornalismo esportivo, desvendando os bastidores por trás das histórias que cativam corações e moldam a percepção do público sobre o esporte. Neste livro envolvente, exploramos a evolução histórica do jornalismo esportivo, desde os primórdios até as complexidades modernas. Ao abrir as cortinas dos eventos esportivos mais ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

  • Pickleball Von der Null zum Helden

    Der Schlüssel zur Dominanz auf dem Spielfeld. Vom Anfänger zum Meister. Lernen Sie in 10 Wochen die Technik, Kraft und Taktik, um zu gewinnen.

    by Alex Rennis ...
    Sind Sie es leid, Pickleballspiele zu verlieren? Möchten Sie Ihre Fähigkeiten verbessern und ein besserer Spieler werden? Wenn ja, dann ist "Pickleball: Der Schlüssel zur Dominanz auf dem Spielfeld" genau das Richtige für Sie! Dieses Buch ist das ultimative Hilfsmittel für jeden, der seine Pickleball-Fähigkeiten verbessern möchte. Es deckt alle Aspekte des Spiels ab, von den Grundlagen bis zu ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Jim Thorpe

    World’s Greatest Athlete

    Born in 1888 in what would soon be Oklahoma Territory, Jim Thorpe was a member of the Sac and Fox Nation. After attending the Sac and Fox agency school and Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence, Kansas, he transferred to Carlisle Indian Industrial School in Pennsylvania. At Carlisle he led the football team to victories over some of the nation’s best college teams—Army, Navy, Pittsburgh, ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • Dans les coulisses des JO

    Mon engagement pour des Jeux socialement exemplaires

    Concilier le sport et le progrès social. Quelle drôle d’idée !Peut-on imaginer que des grands événements sportifs, sous la pression d’une marchandisation croissante, puissent porter un idéal de paix et de justice sociale ? C’est le pari un peu fou lancé par Bernard Thibault à l’occasion des Jeux olympiques et paralympiques de Paris 2024.L’objectif ? Que toutes les personnes qui rendent possible ... Read more

    $14.99 USD