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SWIM BARK RUN
by Brian Boyle Pamela BoyleDaisy the Bulldog has gone to every one of her owner&’s triathlons. She&’s proud of his athletic accomplishments, and is always there to greet him at the finish line. Daisy wonders if she could train and compete for an event like that. So she gets her doggy friends, Rascal the Dachshund, Atticus the Corgi, and Hobie the Dalmation to make their own dog-athalon. They plot a course through the park and train daily: swimming across the pond, skateboarding down the sidewalks, running up and down the hill. Finally, it&’s the big day, and the poochy pals couldn&’t be more excited. The course is tough, but they help one another along the way, cheering to keep going, challenging to do their very best. On the final hill, Daisy&’s tired and not sure she can make it to the finish line—until she spots a familiar (human) face, rooting for her along the way. &“Go, Daisy, go! Swim, bark, run. Go, Daisy, go! Just have fun!&” A charming celebration of setting goals and staying active, SWIM BARK RUN demonstrates that with determination and teamwork, everyone&’s a winner.
Saban: The Making of a Coach
by Monte BurkeAn instant New York Times bestseller—the “insidery, detailed, and absorbing” (Sports Illustrated) biography of Nick Saban, the polarizing University of Alabama football coach who not only transformed the college game, but might also be the best ever at winning.As the head coach of the University of Alabama’s football team, Nick Saban is perhaps the most influential—and polarizing—man in the sport. His program-building vision has delivered packed stadiums, rabid fans, legions of detractors, countless NFL draft picks, and a total of four national championships, including three in the last five years. He is the only coach in the college football’s modern era (since 1936) to win national championships at two different schools. Monte Burke’s Saban—the first major biography of the man who has come to epitomize the game—presents this towering figure with a never-before-seen human depth. Though a great deal is known about Nick Saban the coach, not much is known about Nick Saban the man. Little is written about his early climb through the coaching ranks as an assistant in college and in the NFL, or his head-coaching stints at Michigan State and Louisiana State and his struggles as a pro coach with the Miami Dolphins. Through unprecedented interviews with more than 250 friends, coworkers, rivals, former players, and others, Burke reveals the defining moments of the coach’s life, including the beginning of his recruiting career at age ten; his dramatic departures from three different high-profile football teams; and the building of championship programs at Louisiana State and Alabama. In Saban, “Burke has written a winning, definitive portrait of a fascinating character…. A no-holds-barred glimpse into the quest for perfection” (Publishers Weekly).
Saber & Scapegoat
by Mark NesbittThe major facts of the Gettysburg campaign and battle are well known, but controversies about its outcome abound even today. No issue is more contested than that of the whereabouts of the dashing cavalryman, Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart.
Sabotage (Orca Currents en Français)
by Sigmund BrouwerLe champion de ski Carl Lévesque évite de peu un câble d’acier tendu au travers d’une piste. Des empreintes à proximité indiquent que le responsable de ce sabotage serait un planchiste. Carl apprend seul à faire de la planche à neige pour trouver le coupable. Quand il découvre que quelqu’un vole de l’équipement au Mont Charlevoix et que la fille qu’il vient de rencontrer pourrait être impliquée, il doit surmonter ses peurs et se lance dans une course effrénée en planche à neige pour se réfugier en sécurité. Cet ouvrage en format ePub est entièrement accessible.
Sabotage Season: Saving The Team; Sabotage Season; Win Or Lose; Hat Trick; Shaken Up; Settle The Score (The Kicks #2)
by Alex MorganThe Kicks' championship hopes are being sabotaged in the second book in a series that celebrates confidence and teamwork, from star soccer player and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan. Things are going wrong left and right for the Kentville girls' soccer team, and Devin's sure the girls from their rival team, the Pinewood Panthers, are behind the many mishaps. Can Devin get to the bottom of the mystery and stop the sabotage before her team's championship hopes disappear for good?
Sabotage at Sports City (Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #115)
by Franklin W. DixonWhen someone threatens to bring about the deaths of fifty-three people at the upcoming summer Olympics, Frank and Joe Hardy go undercover to protect the athletes from the unknown killer.
Sabrina Ionescu: Rising Basketball Star (Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports)
by Matt ChandlerAround three years old, Sabrina Ionescu picked up a basketball. While she had natural talent, Ionescu worked hard. In middle school there weren’t enough players for a girls’ basketball team. Ionescu wasn’t allowed on the boys’ team, but she didn’t give up. Instead, she recruited enough girls to make a team. Learn about how Ionescu became the first overall pick in the 2020 WNBA draft and the player she is today.
Sachin @ 50: Celebrating a Maestro
by Boria MajumdarFor more than two generations of Indians, and cricket fans from elsewhere, Sachin Tendulkar is a name that opened doors and hearts wherever you were on the planet. Even in the days before the social media revolution, Sachin was a truly global icon. It didn&’t matter if you were in Sydney or South Africa, Kolkata or Kingston, Sachin&’s name was a conversation starter. The teenage wonder who exploded into the global consciousness with his bloodied nose in Pakistan in 1989, before becoming the greatest batting sensation ever, transcended the boundaries of sport. As with Jesse Owens, Ali, Pele and Maradona, Sachin&’s role in making Indian cricket a household phenomenon globally can never be underestimated. It was not just the runs he scored. It was the manner in which he scored them – with matchless flair, scoring 100 international hundreds in the process. How do we celebrate Sachin on his 50th birthday? The prodigy with the baby voice, scoring hundreds in abundance with the exuberance of the teenager that he was then? The legend who won India many a close encounter? Or the genius around whom a very good Indian side was built in the 1990s? For a generation of fans who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, it was always Sachin and then daylight. Many of them have also passed on now, but the stories they shared with their children will always remain. On his 50th birthday it is time to add to these stories. The very best from India and beyond on the man they adore. Like Sachin, his stories are also immortal.
Sachin Tendulkar - Meri Atmakatha: सचिन तेंदुलकर - मेरी आत्मकथा
by Sachin Tendulkarक्रिकेट के इतिहास में सबसे ज़्यादा रन बनाने वाले सचिन तेंदुलकर शिखर पर 24 अद्भुत वर्ष बिताने के बाद 2013 में रिटायर हो गए। अब तक के सबसे मशहूर भारतीय क्रिकेटर सचिन को भारत रत्न पुरस्कार - भारत का सर्वोच्च नागरिक सम्मान उनके रिटायरमेंट के दिन मिला। अब सचिन तेंदुलकर अपनी खुद की उल्लेखनीय कहानी बता रहे हैं- 16 साल की उम्र में पहले टेस्ट से लेकर उनके 100वें अंतरराष्ट्रीय शतक तक और उस भावनात्मक अंतिम विदाई तक, जिसने उनके देश को थाम सा दिया था। जब मुंबई के एक शरारती बच्चे की अतिरिक्त ऊर्जा को क्रिकेट की और मोड़ा गया, तो परिणाम स्कूली बल्लेबाज़ी के रिकॉर्डतोड़ कीर्तिमान के रूप में सामने आए, जिससे एक ऐतिहासिक क्रिकेट करियर शुरू हुआ। जल्द ही सचिन तेंदुलकर भारतीय बल्लेबाज़ी की बुनियाद बन गए और क्रिकेट को समर्पित देश के दीवाने लोग उनके खेल को ग़ौर से देखने लगे। किसी क्रिकेटर से कभी इतनी ज़्यादा उम्मीदें नहीं की गईं; किसी क्रिकेटर ने कभी इतने उच्च स्तर पर इतने लंबे समय तक और इतनी बढ़िया शैली में प्रदर्शन नहीं किया- उन्होंने किसी भी दूसरे खिलाड़ी से ज़्यादा रन और शतक बनाए हैं, टेस्ट मैचों में भी और एक दिवसीय मैचों में भी। उनकी मशहूर शख़्सियत के बावजूद, सचिन तेंदुलकर हमेशा बहुत निजी इंसान रहे हैं, अपने परिवार तथा देश के प्रति समर्पित। वे पहली बार अपने व्यक्तिगत जीवन के बारे में विस्तार से रोचक जानकारी दे रहे हैं और एक अनूठे खेल जीवन का सच्चा व सरस वर्णन पेश कर रहे हैं।
Sack Exchange: The Definitive Oral History of the 1980s New York Jets
by Greg Prato&“If you&’re one of those fans who stepped on the Jets bandwagon for the Rex Ryan-Mark Sanchez years, here&’s the story of an earlier, wild and woolly era.&” —New York Post (&“Required Reading&” selection) Comprised of all-new, exclusive interviews with Jets players, head coaches, and those closest to the organization, Sack Exchange is not only an eye-opening account of the Jets from this time, but also of the National Football League as a whole. The New York Sack Exchange was the nickname given to the New York Jets defensive line of the early 1980s, consisting of Mark Gastineau, Joe Klecko, Marty Lyons, and Abdul Salaam. Examined are such topics as the beginning of the Jets-Dolphins rivalry, the controversial firing of head coach Walt Michaels and hiring of Joe Walton, the team&’s relationships behind the scenes, the emergence of Joe Klecko, the rise and fall of Mark Gastineau, steroid use among the Jets and in the NFL, the legendary Shea Stadium as well as never-before-heard stories and insight into the legacy of Joe Namath. &“Greg paints a picture where you feel like you&’re right in the locker room with these guys . . . or hanging out with them back in the day in the NYC clubs during the Koch era. There is not a single true Jets fan on the planet that shouldn't own this book.&” —Keith Roth, The Electric Ballroom Radio Show &“A great read and info from those days and it sure was interesting to see what all everyone had to say . . . Your book really brought back some great and wonderful memories.&” —Chuck Ramsey, Former New York Jets Punter
Sacked By the Quarterback
by Belle MauriceCan bad luck be caused by the wrong you've done to someone? Sonny Black thinks so, and he's about to do something change that. Sometimes, love means saying you're sorry ... and proving it! Sacked By the Quarterback, Belle Maurice's new contemporary romance and the next book in the Afternoon Delights collection.Sonny Black was the star quarterback in high school who couldn't possibly be in love with the geekiest girl in school, Mandy Daws. He'd been seeing her under the guise of chemistry tutoring, but when his buddies found out there was a little more going on, he lied and said she was a slut, wrecking her life and earning her enduring hatred. Eleven years later, Sonny is the star quarterback headed for the Super Bowl despite amazing bad luck that has earned him the nickname Sonny Black Cloud. When someone mentions that the bad luck must stem from someone he failed in the past, the first name that comes to mind is Mandy's. He tracks her down at the small university where she teaches chemistry and tries to seduce, beg, or win her forgiveness, and he needs it before the Super Bowl.Content Notes: Hot, Contemporary, Athletes, Sports
Sacking Obesity: The Team Tiger Game Plan for Kids Who Want to Lose Weight, Feel Great, and Win on and off the Playing Field
by Tiger GreeneAccording to the Centers for Disease Control, obesity now affects up to 37% of all children and adolescents in the United States, triple the rate from just one generation ago. A young visionary, 13-year-old (now 14) Tiger Greene partnered with National Football League great Marcus Stroud to create Sacking Obesity camps for kids and families. In Sacking Obesity, Tiger presents his weight loss and wellness program, the same one he’s famously promoted across the country in partnership with Team Tiger and support from friends and NFL stars such as Matt Ryan and Brian Finneran of the Atlanta Falcons. Through his words and inspiration, Tiger, an NFL Fuel Up to Play 60 National Ambassador, is dedicated to helping end childhood obesity in America.
Sacramento Baseball (Images of Baseball)
by William D. McpoilSacramento has enjoyed baseball since the Gold Rush. As early as 1869, the first professional baseball team in America, the Cincinnati Red Stockings, came to Sacramento and played against a locally organized team. A few years later, the Sacramento team joined the California League to compete against those from San Francisco and Oakland, becoming a charter member of the newly formed Pacific Coast League in 1903. All the while, children and adults alike were picking up the sport in the many parks, sandlots, and schoolyards throughout the city. In the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, amateur and sponsored teams competed against each other for trophies and bragging rights. Then, in the 1950s, Little League, Babe Ruth League, and American Legion Baseball flourished.
Sacred Hoops: Spiritual Lessons of a Hardwood Warrior
by Phil Jackson Hugh DelehantyAn inside look at the higher wisdom of teamwork from Chicago Bulls' head coach Phil Jackson. At the heart of the book is Jackson's philosophy of mindful basketball -- and his lifelong quest to bring enlightenment to the competitive world of professional sports, beginning with a focus on selfless team play rather than "winning through intimidation".
Sacred Hoops: Spiritual Lessons of a Hardwood Warrior
by Phil JacksonWith a new introduction, Phil Jackson's modern classic of motivation, teamwork, and Zen insight is updated for a whole new readership"Not only is there more to life than basketball, there's a lot more to basketball than basketball." --Phil JacksonEleven years ago, when Phil Jackson first wrote these words in Sacred Hoops, he was the triumphant head coach of the Chicago Bulls, known for his Zen approach to the game. He hadnt yet moved to the Los Angeles Lakers, with whom he would bring his total to an astounding nine NBA titles. In his thought-provoking memoir, he revealed how he directs his players to act with a clear mind--not thinking, just doing; to respect the enemy and be aggressive without anger or violence; to live in the moment and stay calmly focused in the midst of chaos; to put the "me" in service of the "we"--all lessons applicable to any person's life, not just a professional basketball player's. This inspiring book went on to sell more than 400,000 copies.In his new introduction, Jackson explains how the concepts in Sacred Hoops are relevant to the issues facing his current team--and today's reader.
Saddles & Secrets (An Ellen & Ned Book)
by Jane SmileyA young rider gets to know a new pony, adjusts to a new sibling, and learns a lot about secrets in this charming follow-up to Pulitzer Prize winner Jane Smiley's Riding Lessons.Ellen can't stop thinking about the racehorse Ned--and the secret she shares with him. There seem to be a lot of secrets in Ellen's life these days. Secrets between friends. Secrets within families. Secrets that are all her own. And secrets her parents are keeping from her that could change everything about her life.One thing that's not a secret is how much Ellen wants to jump--to feel herself on a horse as it soars through the air, smooth and fast. The horse she's riding these days is Hot Potato--a pony she can trust, a pony she can practice jumping with. But he can't possibly be as interesting as Ned, can he? And will her parents' secret take her away from the stable forever?
Sadia
by Colleen NelsonSadia wishes life in high school was as straightforward as a game of basketball. Fifteen-year-old Sadia Ahmadi is passionate about one thing: basketball. Her best friend Mariam, on the other hand, wants to get noticed by the popular crowd and has started de-jabbing, removing her hijab, at school every morning. Sadia’s mom had warned her that navigating high school could be tricky. As much as she hates to admit it, her mom was right. When tryouts for an elite basketball team are announced, Sadia jumps at the opportunity. Her talent speaks for itself. Her head scarf, on the other hand, is a problem; especially when a discriminatory rule means she has to choose between removing her hijab and not playing. Mariam, Sadia’s parents, and her teammates all have different opinions about what she should do. But it is Sadia who has to find the courage to stand up for herself and fight for what is right — on and off the court.
Sadie's Big Steal
by Marla McKennaSadie's plan was to steal Mom's Big Catch, but when faced with choosing between right and wrong, Sadie's adventure takes her on a heartfelt journey where she steals something much more important. Join Marla McKenna in this exciting take of friendship and fun!
Safari 101: Hunting Africa: The Ultimate Adventure
by David L. BrownMbogo, the Black Death, which manifests itself in the African Cape buffalo, now stood less than 12 feet away from me. The cow and calf were too close for me to have time to be scared. I would only have time to react on instinct if they came closer. That is the type of excitement that every hunter dreams of and it is still possible in Africa today. It is also one that I was fortunate enough to experience without any permanent ill effects. Eighty percent or more of American hunters think that Africa is too expensive or off-limits and that they will never have a chance to experience their own, up-close-and-personal adventure in the African bushveld. Safari 101 proves just the opposite. Safari 101 is written for the hunter that has always considered Africa out of reach, someone who has a spark of desire just waiting to be fanned into a flame. American hunters spend thousands of dollars every year hunting at home. Almost none of them know that, for the price of a guided elk hunt in the western United States, they can take an African Safari. The myths of being too expensive and too difficult are firmly entrenched in many hunters minds. Safari 101 has forty-six hints dispersed throughout 11 chapters and proves these myths false. Personal experiences are used to illustrate the value of each hint and to make each one easy to remember. Safari 101 takes the author's experiences, and what he learned from professional hunters and outfitters, and puts the information in a logical progression that is entertaining as well as informative. Safari 101 will help fan the spark into a flame.
Safari Rifles II: Doubles, Magazine Rifles, and Cartridges for African Hunting
by Craig BoddingtonGone are the days of simple-solid and softpoint-bullets for a mere dozen-and-a-half African calibers. The sheer number of products on the market today staggers the mind and bewilders even experienced hunters. Boddington presents his information in clearly explained, bite-size pieces that we can digest, and in the process he gives us a solid understanding of what works and what doesn't. Many writers proclaim their knowledge of African hunting, but few have the true in-depth experience that comes from thousands of days afield. Boddington's Safari Rifles II is a rare gem of a book, offering solid information based on vast experience and insight gathered over the last thirty years of hunting on the Dark Continent.
Safari: A Dangerous Affair
by Walt ProtheroIt shows safaris are not without danger, and you better have your life insurance paid up before you leave, because accidents will happen!
Safari: A Saga of the African Blue
by Martin JohnsonAnother captivating book by the American adventurer and documentary filmmaker, Martin Johnson, with 66 illustrations.
Safari: The Last Adventure
by Peter Hathaway CapstickFrom the master of African adventure writing, Peter Hathway Capstick presents the first modern authoritative, comprehensive travel guide to African safari. Drawn from his years of experience as a professional hunter, Capstick’s Safari: The Last Adventure explains the preparations and procedures involved in his African expeditions: how to select and book a safari; where and when to go; fees and licenses; the guns, ammo, and personal equipment needed. Chapters on each of the Big Five (lion, Cape buffalo, elephant, leopard, and rhino—the trophies most hunters want to take) describe the techniques, thrills, and dangers of hunting these clever and cunning animals. The other memorable delights of safari, like camp life, bird shooting, fishing, photography, and game viewing in wildlife parks, are also celebrated in this indispensable guide.Packed with solid advice and nuggets of campfire lore and hunting yarns, illustrated with thirty-four black and white photographs and six line drawings, this indispensable book is a classic work in its field, essential equipment for anyone going on safari or just dreaming of one...
Safe At Second
by Scott JohnsonTodd Bannister's future is as bright as a new baseball. With a fastball destined for the major leagues, a shelf overflowing with trophies, college and pro scouts lined up at his door -- not to mention Melissa, his beautiful girlfriend, and Paulie, his best friend and number one fan -- Todd has it all. Then comes the line drive off a bat that strikes Todd square in the face. Now things are different. Life looks a lot darker when viewed through a glass eye. Can Todd find the determination to pitch again? Or perhaps more important -- can he find the courage to move on with his life, despite a world that seems desperate for him to remain in the past? Told from Paulie's point of view, this multi-layered story about the pursuit of a dream will leave readers cheering just when they least expect it.
Safe Cycling in the City: How to choose a bike, maintain it, cycle safely, get fit and stay healthy
by Chris SidwellsThis is an urban and commuting cyclist's handbook, both inspirational and practical, showing us how to live safer, more enjoyable and healthier lives, both physically and mentally, while reducing our impact on the planet.Author of numerous bestselling bike books, Chris Sidwells, begins with a brief introduction which shows how cycling is already forming a crucial part of future urban transport, good for the environment as well as our health. Current urban transport models, heavily dependent as they are on cars, are unsustainable both in terms of our health and the environment. Cycling offers the perfect mass transport, health and wellbeing solution. As well as being an easy way to improve the fitness of the whole family, with some simple know-how, which Chris shares in this book, it can be perfectly safe even in busy cities. Increasingly, local authorities are seeing the essential role that cycling has to play in transport infrastructure; Chris looks at the many different schemes, both financial and infrastructural, to encourage people onto bikes. Commuting by bike also offers a financial benefit to individuals and societies.Chris shows how to get the right bike for you for commuting and urban cycling, whether that's an electric-assisted bike or pedal-powered only, and how to adjust it properly for your unique build. He looks at cycling clothing and accessories, including helmets, masks, locks and safety equipment. Chris explains how to keep cycling safely despite inclement weather and the different ways to transport what you need to and from work. A chapter on bike care and maintenance shows how to carry out basic repair jobs like adjusting gears, mending punctures and adjusting brakes.Chris explains cycling skills to give you confidence when cycling, including bike control, braking and how to make the most of your gears. He shows when and how to use the extra power provided by an electric bike and offers encouragement to new and returning cyclists.An extended chapter covers road safety, perhaps the biggest barrier to people commuting by bike. Chris shows how to co-exist safely with other road users and the potential hazards that every cyclist should be aware of. He explains the rules that every cyclist must follow and gives step-by-step guidance on how to carry out manoeuvres on the road.Chris shows how to choose the best route to and from work. He gives details of the various schemes to encourage commuting by bike, including insurance and where to find information.Cycling is regarded by many as the best way to regain and maintain fitness. As well as improving both physical and mental wellbeing, cycling can boost our immune system. Cycling also gives self-sufficiency and enhances self esteem.