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The Final Victory: Shattered Bodies, Broken Dreams, The Race to Win Back Hope
by Roger JonesA Novel Inspired by True EventsShattered BodiesBroken DreamsThe Race to Win Back HopeIn a novel that fuses the riveting action of The Boys in the Boat with the emotional heft of The Fault in Our Stars, twenty men and women with cancer-ridden bodies compete in a grueling race only to discover that real victory is achieved within.After he is diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer, Tripp Avery feels like all is lost. He finds himself coaching a team of twelve men and eight women with cancer diagnoses of their own, hoping to qualify for the Mixed Masters Dragon Boat national championship and defy their prognoses. If they win, they will represent the United States at the International Dragon Boat races in Hong Kong.But things soon get complicated, as four of his teammates struggle against their physical limitations and the psychological weight of their conditions. In the summer heat of Chattanooga, their resolve grows thin— along with Tripp's patience. After a devastating loss to the defending national champions, Tripp can only see the finish line, and he pushes the team even harder. Soon, the team starts to fall apart.As members of the team collapse under the pressure and one is hospitalized, he must confront his own failings and find a way to move forward. He begins to question his motives, wondering if the win is worth the trauma and what that says about him. Despite the odds, he resolves to rally the team toward a comeback that seems impossible, if only for one final victory.
Baseball America 2024 Prospect Handbook Digital Edition
by The Editors at Baseball AmericaThe 2024 Prospect Handbook is your guide to the next wave of MLB stars The 2024 Prospect Handbook is your guide to the next wave of MLB stars. With complete scouting reports on more than 900 prospects, the Prospect Handbook is a must-have for superfans as well as fantasy players. Dominate your dynasty league and be the first to know about the stars of the 2020s and early 2030s.
Touchdown: When the guy fall fisrt spicy romance
by Sonia BirdyShe’s a runner, but the campus star quaterback runs faster than she does! Rocky has had a chaotic life from which she concluded three fundamental things: life is a succession of problems to be solved, men are assholes to be avoided and promises are only binding on fools who want to believe in them. So, unlike the other girls on campus, boys are not a priority for her. Worse, she sees them as an obstacle to her success! But during a student party, she meets Jude. Freshly transferred from Harvard to play on Brown’s soccer team, Jude is the new star on campus. Handsome and inaccessible, he is the type not to get attached: the perfect candidate for a one-night stand. But the chemistry is too strong. And though Rocky is determined to run away from him, he is determined to conquer her heart.
Damn Roommate: a slow burn spicy romance
by Lou GaranceFalling for your brother’s best friend? Not a good idea! Moving in with him? Even worse! When she moves in with her brother’s roommate and his group of friends, Scarlett feels like she’s really in for it. She couldn’t get Nolan Jones out of her head while living thousands of miles away from him, so how could she possibly forget him now that she’s back in Boston? Especially now that she occupies the room right next to his? Yet her lifelong crush gives her no reason to hope. Nolan teases her like she’s his little sister! Scarlett knows she has to accept that he will never see her otherwise. But between the evenings spent challenging each other, the unsettling closeness on the couch and the new spark she sees in Nolan’s eyes, never might be coming sooner rather than later.
Pain & Performance: The Revolutionary New Way to Use Training as Treatment for Pain and Injury
by Ryan Whited Matt FitzgeraldDiscover how to move through pain and injury, overcome perceived limits, and be in control of your athletic performance. Pain is universal. Athletes in pursuit of performance are not strangers to pain—in fact they embrace it. But nothing derails training faster than nagging athletic pain and injury, which all too often land athletes in an endless cycle of physical therapy or leave them sidelined from sport altogether, awaiting surgery. Pain & Performance is a tour de force that explores compelling advances in pain science to reveal the shocking lack of evidence to support modern medicine&’s approach to injury management. Author Ryan Whited shares how his own journey, as both an elite climber and a professional trainer, inspired his revolutionary Training as Treatment method for helping athletes bounce back from broken to achieve breakthrough performances. This powerful new approach to musculoskeletal health will empower athletes to move through pain with confidence and control as they continue to chase big goals.
80/20 Endurance: The Complete System for High-Performance Coaching
by Matt FitzgeraldBuild a sustainable coaching business with this proven method of balancing training intensity and cultivating peak performance in endurance athletes of all abilities. As a coach you equip athletes to achieve big goals. Your role can be as challenging as the goal itself, presenting countless decisions that need to be made according to the needs of each individual athlete. The 80/20 Endurance training method applies the best practices of the world's top endurance athletes in a complete system that cultivates high performance in all athletes. Training intensity is where most athletes go wrong. They spend too many hours training at moderately-high intensity, which compromises performance. 80/20 Endurance outlines the core principles that facilitate good decisions and take athlete performance to new heights. In this comprehensive guide, coaches and athletes will learn how to customize training according to the proven 80/20 Endurance method. As the impetus for 80/20 Endurance Coach Certification Course, this book gives you the keys to unlock performance in your athletes while also building a coaching business that is both successful and sustainable. Guiding athletes for their best performances is an incredibly rewarding pursuit. Commit to the practice of high-performance coaching with 80/20 Endurance and see where the next season takes you.80/20 Endurance is the complete system to high-performance coaching: • balancing training intensity, • measuring and manipulating training load, • periodization and peaking, • coaching the mind, • strength and mobility training, • ethical coaching, and • the business of coaching. Supplemented by additional resources and curriculum at 8020endurance.com.
On Pace: Discover How to Run Every Race at Your Real Limit
by Matt FitzgeraldBestselling author and coach Matt Fitzgerald explains how to train for and execute a perfect race. Master the art of pacing and run your next 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or marathon at your real limit. Every runner knows pacing is critical. It can be the difference between a breakthrough workout and a backbreaker, between a PR and a DNF. In On Pace, acclaimed running coach Matt Fitzgerald reveals how conventional training and device overdependence keep runners from accessing the full power of pacing. With a mix of fascinating science and compelling stories from every corner of the sport, Fitzgerald shows that pacing is the art of finding your limit—running at a pace to finish the workout or cross the finish line completely out of gas. This quintessential running skill unlocks hidden potential and transforms the sport, enabling runners of all experience and ability levels to run free. Training plans for 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon events will hone your pacing skill through improved body awareness, judgment, and toughness. Choose from four plans, novice to expert, for each race distance. On Pace equips you mentally and physically to become a better runner, capable of knowing and executing your best effort on any given day.
Baseball Biographies for Kids: Stories of Baseball's Most Inspiring Players (Sports Biographies for Kids)
by Dean BurrellGet to know the game with inspiring baseball biographies for ages 8 to 12!It's the bottom of the ninth, bases are loaded, and your team is down by three—who do you want coming up to bat? Discover the most talented players in every position on the field with Baseball Biographies for Kids! This lineup shows you what it takes to be a real MVP, with a run-down of stories, stats, and achievements of the best players in baseball, from the 1960s through today.Legends of the league—Get inspired by the players who defined the game, like Hank Aaron, Sandy Koufax, and Ichiro Suzuki.Key career stats—Each biography in this baseball history book includes the player's life story, as well as their major statistics like games played, ERA, hits, and more.Draft your own all-star team—Fill out the included starting lineup sheet with your favorite picks for each position.Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just a big fan, this book of baseball stories for kids is sure to give you a greater love of the game!
Moon Best of Yosemite: Make the Most of One to Three Days in the Park (Moon Best of Travel Guide)
by Ann Marie Brown Moon Travel GuidesWhether you're visiting the park for a day hike or spending a long weekend under the stars, escape to the great outdoors with Moon Best of Yosemite. Inside you'll find:Easy itineraries for one to three days in Yosemite National Park, from a morning drive along the Tioga Pass Road, to a day hike along the Panorama Trail, to a full weekend exploring the park The top hikes in Yosemite: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best waterfalls, views, picnic spots, and more. Ride the open-air tram through Yosemite Valley or hike downhill from Glacier Point past roaring waterfalls. Admire the towering trees in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, or spot black bears and bighorn sheep Stunning full-color photos and detailed maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout mapEssential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, reservations, and safety advice Know-how from outdoorswoman and Yosemite expert Ann Marie BrownMake the most of your adventure with Moon Best of Yosemite. Spending more time in the park or expanding your trip? Try Moon Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon. Visiting more of North America's incredible national parks? Try Moon USA National Parks.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
Moon Best of Zion & Bryce: Make the Most of One to Three Days in the Parks (Moon Best of Travel Guide)
by Maya Silver Moon Travel GuidesWhether you're stopping for a day hike or spending a long weekend under the stars, escape to the great outdoors with Moon Best of Zion & Bryce. Inside you'll find:Easy itineraries for one to three days in Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, from a morning hike to Weeping Rock, to a day of river rafting, to a weekend exploring both parks with mix-and-match itinerariesThe top hikes in Zion & Bryce: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, picnic spots, and more. Snap a pic on a sunrise hike or get your adrenaline pumping on a white-water rafting excursion down the Colorado River. Explore the beautiful remains of ancient Native American rock art throughout the parks and learn about the Indigenous culture of the area Stunning full-color photos and maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout mapEssential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, reservations, and safety advice Know-how from Zion and Bryce expert Maya SilverMake the most of your adventure with Moon Best of Zion & Bryce. Spending more time in the parks? Check out Moon Zion & Bryce.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.
Moon Best of Glacier, Banff & Jasper: Make the Most of One to Three Days in the Parks (Travel Guide)
by Becky Lomax Andrew Hempstead Moon Travel GuidesWhether you're stopping for a day hike or spending a long weekend under the stars, escape to the great outdoors with Moon Best of Glacier, Banff & Jasper. Inside you'll find:Easy itineraries for one to four days in Glacier, Banff, and Jasper national parks, from a scenic drive along Going-to-the-Sun Road, to a day of hiking through glacial valleys, to a weekend exploring the best of all three parks with mix-and-match itinerariesThe top hikes in Glacier, Banff, and Jasper: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, picnic spots, and more. Trek through fields of alpine wildflowers, walk beneath waterfalls, get your adrenaline pumping on the Glacier Skywalk, and spot wild moose or grizzlies roaming the mountainside Stunning full-color photos and maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout mapEssential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, border crossing, reservations, and safety advice Know-how from outdoors experts Andrew Hempstead and Becky LomaxMake the most of your adventure with Moon Best of Glacier, Banff & Jasper. Visiting more of North America's incredible national parks? Try Moon USA National Parks. Spending more time in Glacier? Try Moon Glacier National Park.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.
Moon Zion & Bryce: Hiking & Biking, Stargazing, Scenic Drives (Moon National Parks Travel Guide)
by Maya SilverSpark your sense of wonder and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscape of Utah's five national parks. Inside Moon Zion & Bryce you'll find:Flexible Itineraries: Unique and adventure-packed ideas ranging from one day in each park to a week-long road trip covering all of them, designed for outdoor adventurers, road-trippers, families, and more The Best Hikes in Utah's National Parks: Individual trail maps, mileage and elevation gains, and backpacking options for Zion, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, and Grand Staircase-Escalante Experience the Outdoors: Trek between the thousand-foot walls of the Narrows, hike Angels Landing to unbelievable canyon views, and marvel at hoodoos in Bryce. Soak up the serenity of winter on cross-country skis or take a week-long road trip to hit every park on your list. Contemplate ancient Indigenous rock art throughout the parks, mountain-bike through the desert in Moab, and stay late to spot constellations in the dark sky How to Get There: Up-to-date information on gateway towns like Moab, park entrances, park fees, and tours Where to Stay: Campgrounds, resorts, and more both inside and outside the parks Planning Tips: When to go, what to pack, safety information, and how to avoid the crowds, with full-color photos and easy-to-use maps throughout Expertise and Know-How: Utah-based outdoorswoman Maya Silver shares her tips for travelers who want to backpack, mountain bike, raft, rock climb, hike, and more Find your adventure in Zion and Bryce with Moon. Visiting more of North America's incredible national parks? Try Moon USA National Parks, Moon Yellowstone & Grand Teton, or Moon Best of Grand Canyon. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
Moon San Juan Islands: Best Hikes, Local Spots, Weekend Getaways (Moon U.S. Travel Guide)
by Don Pitcher Moon Travel Guides'Island time' isn't just for the tropics: Escape to evergreen forests, rocky shorelines, and the glittering sea with Moon San Juan Islands. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries like a 10-day best of the islands and a weeklong family camping trip, with coverage of gateway towns such as Anacortes, Whidbey Island, and Bellingham, plus nearby Seattle Unique experiences and can't-miss sights: Picnic on cliffs overlooking the ocean or paddleboard on a tranquil lake. Visit local farms filled with fragrant lavender or fluffy alpacas and sip wine or cider at island vineyards. Savor the flavors of the Pacific Northwest at incredible farm-to-table restaurants, sample oysters fresh from the sea, or browse your way through quirky bookstores and funky antique shops The best outdoor adventures: Go sea kayaking or glide through glimmering nighttime waters during a bioluminescence tour. Marvel at the islands' marine life, including orcas, humpback whales, porpoises, and seals, during a whale-watching trip. Sail around the islands or fish for salmon, cod, and halibut. Take a forest hike, spot rare birds, or bike through rolling farm country and along the stunning shorelines Expert advice from former wilderness ranger Don Pitcher on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from romantic B&Bs to stunning campsites Full-color photos and detailed maps throughoutThorough information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history With Moon's practical tips and local insight, you can experience the San Juan Islands your way. Exploring more of the Pacific Northwest? Check out Moon Coastal Oregon or Moon Columbia River Gorge & Mount Hood.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
The Gift
by Bob MoseleyTommy Browning is hopelessly trapped in his baseball dream. Wallowing in Single A with Macon Peaches, he doesn't know if he'll ever make The Show---the major leagues---or if his dream of a professional career is even worth pursuing. But fate steps in and the 21-year-old pitcher is launched on a roller-coaster ride that he can't control, much less understand. He has "The Gift," but can he keep it?
Josh Allen: The Inspiring Story of One of Football's Star Quarterbacks
by Clayton GeoffreysIn Josh Allen: The Inspiring Story of One of Football’s Star Quarterbacks, you'll read about the inspirational story of football’s star, Josh Allen. Allen played college football at the University of Wyoming. He began his career as the backup quarterback to the Buffalo Bills and has come a long way since. <p><p>Josh Allen rose to stardom after his winning performance against the Minnesota Vikings. He proceeded to lead his team to a 10-win season. Allen was the runner up to the 2020 NFL MVP Award and also was named a Pro Bowler. After this 2020 breakout season and being awarded the Pro Football Writers of America's Most Improved Player, it will be interesting to see how Josh Allen perform in the next NFL seasons to come. Pick up this unauthorized football biography today to learn the inspiring story behind star football quarterback, Josh Allen! This is the perfect football chapter book for sports fans of all ages.
Historia de Nacional
by Andres ReyesLa rica historia de Nacional, contada de un modo ameno y divertido, contestimonios de los protagonistas y recuerdo de los relatos de los golesque conmovieron a la hinchada. Y apelando al humor y a la ironía paraatenuar los tragos amargos o gozar al rival de todas las horas. Historia de Nacional es una investigación detallada, para los hinchas deuna institución que forjó la grandeza del fútbol uruguayo. Dividido endos partes, la primera destinada a evocar los hechos más salientes delos primeros 80 años de vida del club y la segunda una crónica másexhaustiva de las últimas tres décadas.La cuarta edición ha sido revisada y ampliada hasta el año 2013.
Historia de Nacional
by Andres ReyesLa rica historia de Nacional, contada de un modo ameno y divertido, contestimonios de los protagonistas y recuerdo de los relatos de los golesque conmovieron a la hinchada. Y apelando al humor y a la ironía paraatenuar los tragos amargos o gozar al rival de todas las horas. Historia de Nacional es una investigación detallada, para los hinchas deuna institución que forjó la grandeza del fútbol uruguayo. Dividido endos partes, la primera destinada a evocar los hechos más salientes delos primeros 80 años de vida del club y la segunda una crónica másexhaustiva de las últimas tres décadas.La cuarta edición ha sido revisada y ampliada hasta el año 2013. La rica historia de Nacional, contada de un modo ameno y divertido, contestimonios de los protagonistas y recuerdo de los relatos de los golesque conmovieron a la hinchada. Y apelando al humor y a la ironía paraatenuar los tragos amargos o gozar al rival de todas las horas. Historia de Nacional es una investigación detallada, para los hinchas deuna institución que forjó la grandeza del fútbol uruguayo. Dividido endos partes, la primera destinada a evocar los hechos más salientes delos primeros 80 años de vida del club y la segunda una crónica másexhaustiva de las últimas tres décadas.La cuarta edición ha sido revisada y ampliada hasta el año 2013.
Simplemente Tony
by Sergio VasconcelosEste libro va desde la infancia hasta el momento difícil que vivió eljugador cuando debió irse de Peñarol. Habla de sus años en Europa y su pasaje por Argentina. Transmite lo que piensan muchos de loscompañeros que ha tenido a lo largo de su carrera como futbolista, sus amigos y familiares. Y también los que lo adoran desde lastribunas de los estadios. "Es un ídolo", "un gran jugador", "un símbolo de Peñarol", "un buentipo", "un padre maravilloso", "un gran hijo", "un excelente compañero","es Peñarol". Antonio Pacheco es esto para quienes lo idolatran, loquieren y lo sienten. Es el deportista, es el hombre, es el hijo, padrey hermano, y todo eso se resume a simplemente Tony.Él es un jugador de fútbol, pero todos en su entorno aseguran que tienealgo especial. Uno de ellos está tan convencido de eso que decidiómostrarnos lo que no se ve en la cancha. Sergio Vasconcelos transmite eneste libro todo lo que ha sido la vida de Pacheco, los buenos momentos,sus sueños, alegrías y éxitos. Pero también los tiempos difíciles, dedolor y tristeza.Vasconcelos entrevistó al jugador durante horas, y esas reuniones quecomenzaron siendo extrañas e incómodas para el protagonista, por suhumildad y por no sentirse merecedor de un libro, terminaron siendo encuentros entre dos amigos."Perdoname hermano, juro que me sabía todas las respuestas, pero esocambió. Yo me quedo con tu imagen en mi corazón. No podré olvidar esebeso al escudo de la camiseta que te ama y que vos tanto amás, que a míme eriza y que a mi [hijo] Pablo Javier emociona y lo hace pararse en elCentenario y sumarse al coro de ?olé, olé, olé, olé. Tony, Tony?.Tampoco podré olvidar este tiempo de conocerte, que me ha obligado adejar el alma en lo que escribo, a respirar a partir de esto que meha dado tanta felicidad, porque sentía que no te podía fallar".SERGIO VASCONCELOS
El camino es la recompensa
by Horacio LopezIntegridad, trabajo, resistencia a la frustración, visión estratégica,toma de decisiones, son los componentes fundamentales que cimientan su concepción del deporte y de la vida. El camino es larecompensa da cuenta de ello. Dos figuras del deporte se encuentran en este libro, el Maestro Oscar W.Tabárez y Horacio Tato López. Este libro es el resultado de muchascharlas entre el técnico de la selección uruguaya de fútbol y el exbasquetbolista, quien ofició de entrevistador.López consigue entrar en contacto con la esencia del Maestro Tabárez.Mediante un diálogo constructivo, se van develando los secretosdetrás de los resultados deportivos que han devuelto el orgullo y laconfianza al fútbol uruguayo.Página a página, se recorren las diferentes etapas de la vida deTabárez, los valores que lo marcaron desde la infancia, susaprendizajes, su historia. Se abordan también temas vinculados a suactividad profesional, así como su visión a largo plazo, susexpectativas de futuro para el deporte nacional.En diversos momentos del diálogo, se intercalan otras voces que ayudan ala construcción de la figura de Tabárez desde ópticas diferentes: sufamilia, sus compañeros de ruta, los jugadores dirigidos por él, asícomo importantes personalidades de la política.
Cebolla Rodríguez: Un hincha en la cancha
by Cesar Bianchi Javier TairovichEste libro recorre los claroscuros de un jugador excepcional, un hincha dentro o fuera de la cancha, un hombre de campo, un padre presente, un amigo leal y solidario. Al futbolista uruguayo más ganador de todos los tiempos no le gusta mirar fútbol. Cristian Gabriel Rodríguez —de oficio jugador de fútbol— ha ganado 26 títulos oficiales en Uruguay, Argentina, y sobre todo en la península ibérica. En equipos de Portugal y España fue multicampeón. Hay un denominador común en todas estas vueltas olímpicas: siempre las dio con una bandera o un gorrito del equipo de sus amores, Peñarol. El niño de Juan Lacaze, al que apodaban Cebolla como a su padre, tenía dos sueños a cumplir cuando fuera grande: tener muchos caballos y jugar en Peñarol. Hoy tiene más de cien equinos en su establecimiento «El Chichongo» y no solo llegó a jugar en Peñarol: fue campeón con la aurinegra tres veces, como juvenil y como capitán experimentado. Y antes de volver a radicarse definitivamente en el campo para darle de comer a las gallinas, quiere seguir jugando y ganando en Peñarol. Este libro recorre los claroscuros de un jugador excepcional, un hincha dentro o fuera de la cancha, un hombre de campo, un padre presente, un amigo leal y solidario.
Del ferrocarril al tango: El Estilo del Fútbol Uruguayo, 1891-1930
by Aldo MazzucchelliEste parece un ensayo sobre fútbol, pero en realidad versa sobre las necesarias correcciones a la mitología nacional. Se abre así la posibilidad de rescatar otra historia acerca de lo que caracterizó tanto a Uruguay como nación en los veinte, como al fútbol uruguayo en los tiempos en que ganó tres de las cuatro estrellas que aún luce en su camisa celeste. ¿Qué inventó el fútbol uruguayo que lo hizo ganador y hegemónico en el mundo durante algunas décadas? ¿Cómo una docena de encumbrados políticos lo fueron incorporando a la identidad nacional de una sociedad de inmigrantes hace cien años, creando una épica que vertebró el imaginario de un país exitoso? ¿Cómo se fue entretejiendo el portentoso desarrollo de la ciudad, el recorrido de los tranvías y las plazas de deportes, con el surgimiento de los clubes de fútbol? ¿Cómo simultáneamente se dio el proceso de democratización de los clubes grandes, acompañando el proceso de la sociedad? ¿Cómo fueron los partidos decisivos de los tres campeonatos mundiales ganados en seis años? Cuando Uruguay realmente ganaba mundiales de fútbol, era un equipo proponedor, veloz, preciso, gambeteador y de cuidado toque de balón a ras del suelo. ¿Cómo se puede afirmar esto? Es muy fácil. Basta con ir y leer la abrumadora cantidad de testimonios y comentarios imparciales, generados por los especialistas europeos y por la abundante prensa regional. En este libro están las pruebas. Pero una vez que un mito se ha instalado, se vuelve conservador y se traiciona a sí mismo. Así los uruguayos han olvidado que ganaron con excelencia y creen que lo hicieron con «garra charrúa» y, por qué no, con juego sucio. Este libro argumenta que tal reducción de aquel lujoso fútbol, «científico y artístico» a la vez, al mero concepto de «garra», fue una maniobra de revisionismo histórico impulsada en los años 60. Coincidió con la crisis cultural del país, y resultó una simplificación tardía y empobrecedora.
La fabulosa historia de 8dedos
by Alejandro LandoniEsta es la historia de 8dedos, un niño con un tiro al arco único. 8dedos es un niño como cualquier otro, solo que en cada pie tiene 4 dedos. Cuando sus compañeros lo descubren, comienzan las burlas, algo con lo que tiene que empezar a lidiar. Esto lo convierte en un niño muy solitario. Sus padres se preocupan, y aunque no es muy bueno jugando al fútbol, deciden llevarlo a Dolores de Panza, uno de los cuadros de la ciudad. Ahí empieza su carrera futbolística, que estará llena de alegrías, sorpresas, pero también frustraciones y malos ratos.
Razones de la pelota
by Luis Fernando IglesiasNarrados con humor e ironía, estos cuentos nos ponen frente al espejo de lo que somos, para devolvernos una mirada piadosa y compasiva. El fútbol condensa las emociones y sentimientos de los uruguayos hasta convertirse en cifra que explica todo lo humano, una metáfora obligada para interpretar cualquier fenómeno, un rasgo identitario. En las narraciones que componen este libro, Luis Fernando Iglesias sitúa a sus criaturas en un escenario futbolero como parte de una estrategia para hablar de otras cosas: del amor, de las relaciones humanas, de la necesidad de mentirse un pasado, de la amistad en tiempos turbulentos. En definitiva, es un libro que nos habla de nosotros mismos, con nuestras grandezas y miserias.
Pasan la vida y los años: 120 gritos de gol del Club Nacional de Football
by Andres ReyesA lo largo de la historia del Club Nacional de Football han pasado miles de jugadores, personajes e hinchas, en este libro el lector se podrá acercar a la visión de un hincha, sus vivencias y sentimientos en 120 goles De todos los sentimientos, aquel que une al hincha con su equipo acaso sea el único que se alimenta en igual medida de éxitos y fracasos, de amor correspondido y desencuentro, de pelotas que pegan en el palo y entran o salen. Ser hincha #no mero simpatizante# es permitir que nuestro estado de ánimo dependa del accionar de once hombres jóvenes a los que quizás nunca tengamos oportunidad de mirar a los ojos. Hombres que hoy están y quizás mañana se hayan marchado para siempre o a préstamo con opción, o que incluso regresarán con la misión de arruinarnos la existencia. Somos hinchas de esos tres colores atados con doble nudo a nuestra memoria emotiva como pocas cosas en la vida. Recuerdos que alimentan sueños que no saben de presupuestos o chances matemáticas, y que se renuevan cada vez que la tabla se resetea a cero y el entrenador de turno nos promete compromiso, austeridad, buen juego y apenas un refuerzo por línea. Que el pacto con los colores se renueve eternamente es parte de la magia que encierra el fútbol y que le estará negada a otras manifestaciones culturales seguramente mucho más ricas, pero con menor capacidad para marcarnos la vida. En las páginas de Pasan la vida y los años, Andrés Reyes nos invita a revivir 120 historias de tribuna, 120 gritos de gol que por alguna razón lograron dejar su huella en la memoria de un hincha de los que siguen concurriendo a la cancha con un único deseo: estar lo más cerca posible de la gloria.
La ropa en la cancha
by Horacio Varoli Federico CastilloDe los mismos autores del éxito editorial Hasta la última gota llega un texto que reconstruye la vida futbolística de Enrique Peña y Obdulio Trasante, dos personajes esenciales del fútbol de los años 80 y principios de los 90. Este texto es un homenaje al fútbol y jugadores de una época donde los jugadores dejaban la ropa en la cancha. «Peña y Trasante. Una marca registrada. Antes rivales, ahora socios. Antes rústicos jugadores de pierna fuerte, ahora actores. Antes campeones de América, ahora buscavidas. Otra vez la ficción cuerpeando a la realidad». Estos dos jugadores son la huella viva de una época del fútbol. Un tiempo más alejado de los millones de dólares, los esponsoreos y las redes sociales, pero una época exitosa del fútbol uruguayo a nivel mundial. Nacional y Peñarol campeones de América y el mundo y la selección uruguaya dejando su marcha de campeón por el continente. Castillo y Varoli hacen una exquisita literatura periodística con la vida de Peña y Trasante, que no es más ni menos sacrificada que la de cualquier jugador de fútbol, pero también la de cualquier hombre o mujer que vive de su trabajo y de sus sueños. El lector de La ropa en la cancha será testigo de los secretos de las concentraciones y vestuarios, las comidas y vinos antes de un partido definitorio, los entrenamientos y la intimidad de decenas jugadores de fútbol que marcaron un tiempo y la vida de un país. Este libro es una historia del fútbol y de la vida a la uruguaya.