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English
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Don Perkins led a life as one of the most honored athletes in the history of the University of New Mexico and the Dallas Cowboys. But Perkins's life was far more complex and, at times, controversial. He experienced the traumas of racial discrimination, death, divorce, football-related injuries, and a never-ending search for his own identity. In his search, Perkins ventured into sportscasting, public speaking, community relations, big-rig trucking,...
Author
Publisher
Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
xi, 209 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Millions of people became part of Michael Oher's story when they watched a version of him on the big screen; read his memoir, I Beat the Odds; or cheered him on from the stands. After speaking to so many of them over the years, Oher knows that more than anything, people want to believe great things can happen, even when the situation looks bleak. His story of overcoming the toughest of odds serves as their hope. Oher's life has had a lot of unexpected...
7) Lion & lamb
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Language
English
Description
"Philadelphia is in a state of shock over the fate of two hometown heroes: Eagles starting quarterback Archie Hughes, and his even more famous wife, Grammy-winning singer Francine Hughes. One spouse is murdered. The other is suspect #1. Even before the case hits the courtroom, it's the hottest ticket in town. For the defense: Cooper Lamb, private investigator to the stars. For the prosecution: Veena Lion, a sleuth so bright she's got to wear shades....
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Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"While most athletes excel in just one sport, Jim Thorpe was different. Born in Oklahoma in 1887, he played both professional football and baseball, and ran track and field. Jim was not only a sports icon but also a trailblazer. Raised as part of the Sac and Fox tribal nation, he was the first Native American person to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States. And although his personal life was not always as successful as his career, Jim remains...
9) Slugfest
Author
Publisher
Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 9
Physical Desc
292 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"Forced to take Physical Education Equivalency, aka “Slugfest,” in summer school so he can maintain his star spot on the JV football team, Yash recruits his fellow PE rejects to train with him and pass this course, an endeavor that turns into a summer he’ll never forget"--
11) Simply the best
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Language
English
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#1 New York Timesbestselling author Susan Elizabeth Phillips returns with the next book in her Chicago Stars series where a successful sports agent and the sister of his biggest client engage in a take-no-prisoners battle of the sexes. Take one hard-driving sports agentThrow in a failed chocolatierAnd her superstar football player brotherAdd a quirky pink and purple food truckThen, to really screw things up, mix in a very unfortunate murder.Brett...
12) Nuff said
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Language
English
Formats
Description
"Tyrus picks up where he left off in Just Tyrus, delivering a series of gut-wrenching, heart-rending and redemptive tales from his remarkable life and coupling them with no-nonsense insights on the hottest issues being discussed around the country"--
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
324 pages ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
"When grumpy ex-footballer Alfie Harding gets badgered into selling his memoirs, he knows he's never going to be able to write them. He hates revealing a single thing about himself, is allergic to most emotions, and can't imagine doing a good job of putting pen to paper. And so in walks curvy, cheery, cute as heck ghostwriter Mabel Willicker, who knows just how to sunshine and sass her way into getting every little detail out of Alfie. They banter...
Publisher
Triumph Books LLC
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Highlights the achievements of football's biggest stars including Super Bowl champions, record breakers, high scorers, top yardage gainers, and players known for their personalities.
Author
Publisher
Gallery Books /13A
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
xxviii, 256 pages ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders is one of the greatest motivators and inspirational leaders of all time-on the field, in business, with family, and in his community. Now, with Elevate and Dominate, he delivers the ultimate playbook of inspiring personal stories, winning strategies, and the motivation required to help us "elevate and dominate" in all aspects of our lives. A natural born leader, Sanders demands and expects the best from himself and from...
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