"The story of how a new generation of tech-savvy franchise owners is reshaping every aspect of professional sports. In the last two decades, innovation, data analysis, and technology have driven a tectonic shift in the sports business. Game of Edges is the story of how sports franchises evolved, on and off the field, from raggedly run small businesses into some of the most systematically productive companies around. In today's game, everyone from...

Explores the history of the National Hockey League including the structure, players, teams, coaches, and more.

Explores the history of the National Football League including the structure, players, teams, coaches, and more.

This title tells the story of the Women's National Basketball Association, from its founding in the 1990s to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn about the league's stars, teams, and coaches, as well as player efforts to earn higher pay.

Many professional athletes are famous around the world. But athletes make up just one part of the professional sports industry. Coaches, trainers, and other professionals also help make this a popular and successful industry. Work in the Professional Sports Industry explores different careers in the professional sports industry, including the training and educational requirements as well as the future outlook for each career.

Playing professional football is a dream for many--but it's also a high-pressure, grueling job. If you're the pro player on the field, millions of people are scrutinizing your every play, expecting you to make your blocks, outsmart your every play, expecting you to make your blocks, outsmart your opponents, move the ball to your end zone, and score. To play at 100 percent on Sundays, you are constantly preparing for the next game--practicing, lifting...

Do you have what it takes to compete against the world's most elite athletes? Be ready to put in the time, sweat, and tears that it takes. Choose which path to take on your journey to athletic excellence. Some choices lead to the big leagues, while others introduce other opportunities, or even a fall from grace.

"Engaging images accompany information about Santino Marella. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Esports competitions have become a world-wide phenomenon with millions of viewers and fans. Learn about different games and genres that make the best esports, from first-person shooters to RTS and MOBAs. Aligned with curriculum standards, these books also highlight key 21st Century content including information, media, and technology skills"--Provided by publisher.