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Every athlete knows what it takes to win. But for teen female players, the stakes are so much higher. In this anthology, the voices of these athletes come alive, highlighting the ferocity of those who are often shunted to the side. From navigating rampant misogyny to forging a sisterhood through sweat or just reveling in the love of the game, the stories in Out of Our League address the phenomenal physical and emotional power of teenage athletes as...
24) Heroine
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"When a car crash sidelines Mickey just before softball season, she has to find a way to hold on to her spot as the catcher for a team expected to make a historic tournament run. Behind the plate is the only place she's ever felt comfortable, and the painkillers she's been prescribed can help her get there. The pills do more than take away pain; they make her feel good. With a new circle of friends--fellow injured athletes, others with just time...
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"An invaluable guide for potential collegiate student athletes, this guide presents strategies to assist student athletes with life skills both inside and outside of the classroom and athletic arenas; ... Covers specific topics and situations that are relevant to collegiate athletes, from recruiting to post-athletic involvement; Shares real-world stories that document the experiences of former collegiate athletes; Provides details and resources on...
26) Race
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Jesse Owens' quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history launches him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler's vision of Aryan supremacy.
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"THE FINAL SHOT. Everything's happening -- Liv & Charlie figuring out what it means to be Liv & Charlie, the final game of the season is here, creating the perfect fundraiser and everyone's parents showed up to cheer them on during the most stressful time the team could imagine. It's Just A Lot For Everyone To Deal With. Luckily the entire existence of the league doesn't depend on this one game or the Avant-Guards winning, right? Oh wait..."
28) One cycle
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"Nathan Moore is away from home, a lacrosse star in the making at Podium Sports Academy. He's special enough to have earned his place at a top school for teen athletes-- but not special enough to avoid the problems of growing up"--P. [4] of cover.
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"The race in Shibuya has given Kikuzato a taste of what running and competing on a blade could be, but it will take more than a new leg for him to truly be a contender the next time he races. Kikuzato needs to learn how to run, and Usami is only too happy to give him some pointers after school at track and field club. Kikuzato thought his days of training with a team were behind him, but with the club members' help, the path to becoming a runner opens...
30) Plunge
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"In this high-interest sports novel for teens, Cade has to use his triathlon training to save his entire family"--Provided by publisher.
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Score College Scholarships: The Student-Athlete's Playbook to Recruiting Success offers a proven, step-by-step approach for successfully navigating the collegiate athletic recruiting process, receiving multiple offers, and earning lucrative scholarships. Did you know that over $128 billion in Federal Student Aid is available from the US Department of Education for students each year' AND ... Colleges provide over $12 billion in financial aid and scholarships...
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Contains a collection of essays offering opposing viewpoints on controversies surrounding the business of college sports. Discusses the topics of the salaries of coaches, superconferences, and player compensation. Includes a list of organizations to contact for additional information.
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"Not long ago, people believed girls shouldn't play sports. That math and science courses were too difficult for them. That higher education should be left to the men. Nowadays, this may be hard to imagine, but it was only fifty years ago all of this changed with the introduction of the historical civil rights bill Title IX. This is the story about the determined lawmakers, teachers, parents, and athletes that advocated for women all over the country...
37) Point break
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A young FBI agent, Johnny Utah, infiltrates a cunning team of thrill-seeking elite athletes, led by the charismatic Bodhi. The athletes are suspected of carrying out a spate of crimes in extremely unusual ways. Deep undercover, and with his life in imminent danger, Utah strives to prove they are the architects of this string of inconceivable crimes.
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Race in Sports Media Coverage looks at how and why athletes of color are covered much differently than their white counterparts. Breaking down stereotypes and creating opportunities for journalists of color are just two of the important topics discussed. Features include 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,...