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The inspirational story of African American trailblazer Kenny Washington, the first player to reintegrate the NFL and the first Black football coach in America, considered by many to be the greatest football player of his time.

A Reporter's Recollections of the Glory Years of Speedway, spanning his life in provincial and national journalism.

A boy born to play baseball reaches the tournament level and wins a college scholarship, but died in a car accident before he could shine brighter. As told by his father.

Bob Gibson and Reggie Jackson offer a candid and unfiltered look at America''s pastime, discussing the art of pitching, the art of hitting, and all things baseball. Full of brush-backs, walk-off homeruns, high stakes, cold stares, epic battles, and a little chin music here and there, Sixty Feet, Six Inches is a baseball fan’s dream come true, a go to guide for how the game should be played. There is no part of the sport that these two titans do not discuss at length: big picture issues like how steroids have affected the game and handling the pressure of stardom, right next to exact descriptions of the mechanics of pitching and hitting. Filled with one-of-a-kind insider stories that recall a who''s who of baseball nobility, including Willie Mays, Alex Rodriguez, Hank Aaron, Albert Pujols, Billy Martin, and Joe Torre, it is an unforgettable baseball history by two of the game’s greatest superstars.

Featuring over 50 boxers from North, Mid and West Wales, including first British boxer medal winner at the world amateur championships and the incredible youngster who was ranked in the world's top 10 by the American Ring magazine when he was just 16 years old, this is the seventh and final volume in Gareth Jones' acclaimed Boxers of Wales series.

A Messages for the Ravens FlockAre you a fan of the best-run, most consistent team in the NFL? If you find yourself turning on the TV to cheer for Baltimore every Sunday during football season, there's a new book out that you're going to love. The Ultimate Baltimore Ravens Trivia Book presents over 350 questions and factoids all about your favorite subject: Baltimore Ravens Football.From their inaugural season, right up to 2020, this book is jam packed with little known anecdotes, behind the scenes stories, unbelievable statistics, and so much more. Throughout the pages, you'll discover:¿ Which Raven set the Madden speed record for video game dominance¿ Which game prompted a Raven to declare "put your goggles on, cause there's going to be blood and guts everywhere!"¿ Which Academy Award nominated movie was based on the life of a real Baltimore Raven¿ How one Ravens coach became great friends with a WWE Superstar¿ Who spent an entire NFL season with the team, while living in an RV¿ Which Raven retired triumphantly from atop Mount KilimanjaroThere's no other book that will have you turning pages quite like this one. In more than a dozen specially designed chapters, you can test your memory with multiple choice questions, settle disputes with true or false factoids, and brush up on some great stories to tell your friends the next time you're watching the big game together. Treat yourself, make a friend smile, or help a younger Raven fan learn about the epic history of the team now, all with The Ultimate Baltimore Ravens Trivia Book

Test Your Philadelphia Eagles Knowledge!The Ultimate Philadelphia Eagles Trivia Book is a staple for anyone who loves football, sports trivia, and the Eagles. You will be tested on your knowledge of mind-blowing facts from the early days of the franchise, as well as the current era of Eagles football led by the likes of Jalen Hurts, Zach Ertz, and DeSean Jackson. In these pages, you will find answers to over 350 trivia questions as well as hundreds of interesting facts, including:¿ How long was the Eagles' losing streak before winning Super Bowl LII?¿ What is a game between the Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers called?¿ What names have been given to the Eagles' cheerleading squad? ¿ What is the name of the Eagles' mascot?¿ What is the record of Philadelphia's all-time winningest head coach?¿ How many years have the Philadelphia Eagles sold out every home game?Whether you're a lifelong Eagles fan or are simply looking to score a touchdown on NFL trivia night at your local bar, The Ultimate Philadelphia Eagles Trivia Book is for you.

Calgary Flames fans, rejoice!The Flames have a proud tradition of producing excellent hockey, and now there's a book available to celebrate the history of your favorite NHL franchise. The Ultimate Calgary Flames Trivia Book takes you behind the scenes and into the world of all your favorite Flames icons. From Lanny McDonald to Mark Giordano, this book covers them all. When flipping through the pages, you'll learn:¿ Which Flame shot the puck so hard that it once split a goalie's helmet open?¿ What does Doug Gilmour have in common with a notorious serial killer?¿ Which unexpected player became the youngest Flames captain ever?¿ How did a bloody incident on the ice lead Theoren Fleury to connect with a fan?¿ How were three decades of tradition uprooted in the Battle of Alberta?And so much more. If you belong to the C of Red or have ever dreamed of celebrating on The Red Mile, this book is for you. Test your knowledge with specially themed chapters full of true-false and multiple-choice questions that will show off your level of fandom, then challenge your friends to do the same.Or expand your connection to the players and the team by checking out all the cool anecdotes in the "Did You Know?" sections of the book.There's nothing like re-living all the fantastic highs and lows of the glory days of your favorite team...except maybe sharing those details with new fans who want to learn them for the first time. Grab a copy and celebrate the fact that, just like the franchise greats, you're Forever a Flame.