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The story of a modern NFL that can't get out of its own way—and can't stop making money
In recent decades, the NFL has simultaneously become an athletic, financial, and cultural powerhouse—and a League that can't seem to go more than a few weeks without a scandal. Whether it's about domestic violence, performance-enhancing drugs, racism, or head trauma, the NFL always seems to be in some kind of trouble. Yet no matter the drama,...
In recent decades, the NFL has simultaneously become an athletic, financial, and cultural powerhouse—and a League that can't seem to go more than a few weeks without a scandal. Whether it's about domestic violence, performance-enhancing drugs, racism, or head trauma, the NFL always seems to be in some kind of trouble. Yet no matter the drama,...
4) Quarterbacks
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Introduces the quarterback position in football and the quarterback's skills.
6) Derrick Rose
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Biography of Derrick Rose, covering his childhood and basketball career.
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. LeBron James: Basketball Icon summarizes LeBron James's life and career to date and draw attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library!
10) Neymar
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A look at the life and career of Brazilian soccer player Neymar Jr.
13) Shortstops
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Introduces the shortstop position in baseball and explains the skills a shortstop needs.
14) Dirk Nowitzki
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Presents an overview of the life and career of professional basketball player, Dirk Nowitzki.
15) Pitchers
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Introduces the pitcher position in basebsall and explains the pitchers job and skills.
16) Catchers
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Provides information about the role of the catcher on a baseball team, discusses the skills needed and the dangers of playing behind the plate, and includes photographs and brief profiles of star players in the position.
19) Kevin Durant
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Chronicles the career of professional basketball player Kevin Durant. Includes color photographs, quotes, a glossary, and further reading.
20) Tim Tebow
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Chronicles the career of professional football player Tim Tebow. Includes color photographs, quotes, a glossary, and further reading.