Presents an introduction to the game of basketball, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on the rules and the game's history, and describing playing techniques, skills, and related games.
When Dick Rosenthal retired as athletic director in 1995 after a lifetime of service to the University of Notre Dame, he was asked about the most memorable moment during his tenure. Without hesitation, the chief of sports at America's most storied university replied, Haley Scott. When the Notre Dame women's swim team suffered a fatal bus crash, the lives of those on the bus, their families, and the community were changed forever. Paralyzed after the accident, Haley Scott was told she would never walk again. That was unacceptable to her. With the help of those who cared most about her - her family, her school and her teammates - she chose a different fate and promised not only to walk, but to swim again for the Fighting Irish.
Michael Phelps is an American sports hero, perhaps the greatest Olympic athlete the world has ever known. His unprecedented eight gold medals in the 2008 Summer Olympics have made him a superstar. This book features career statistics, photographs and analysis of how Phelps achieved the impossible.
The All-time Greats, Legendary Teams, Today's Superstars--and Tips on Playing Like a Pro
Presents an introduction to the game of basketball, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on the rules and the game's history, and describing playing techniques, skills, and related games.
Jack and Diane are two friends who enjoy playing sports. Through lessons on and off the playing field and court, they learn how Christianity can be applied to sports, and all relationships formed through athletics.
Learn the latest statistics along with information on all your favorite players in the newest edition of the bestselling The Everything Kids’ Basketball Book, featuring great tips for mastering the game! Learn how to play like a pro—and win—the fun game of basketball! Filled with dozens of games, puzzles, and activities, this book shows kids how to be a wizard on the court, hitting jumpers like Jordan while also learning the importance of teamwork. Covering everything you need to know about basketball, The Everything Kids’ Basketball Book explains all the rules of the game, the history of the sport, and information on your favorite players. Featuring up-to-date records of the NBA, WNBA, NCAA, and Olympic basketball, you’ll learn how to stay active and healthy while playing the sport you love.
Jedinečný příběh fenomenálního amerického plavce, který splnil své předsevzetí a na olympijských hrách v Pekingu získal v roce 2008 osm zlatých medailí. Tím překonal rekord svého krajana Marka Spitze a stal se nejúspěšnějším sportovcem v historii všech moderních olympiád. Phelps se o překonání rekordu pokoušel již před čtyřmi léty na hrách v Aténách, tam však získal "pouze" šest zlatých a dvě bronzové medaile. Celkem má tedy Phelps "zatím" čtrnáct zlatých a dvě bronzové medaile, takže má velké šance překonat i absolutní rekord v počtu získaných medailí, který drží sovětská gymnastka Larisa Latyniová.Michael Fred Phelps se narodil 30. 6. 1985 v Baltimore. Je držitelem několika olympijských a sedmi světových rekordů. Byl vyhlášen nejlepším plavcem roku 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007.
