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Author: Mike Carey Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC ISBN: 9781582617404 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 425
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The legendary Boston Celtics broadcaster tells the story of his fabled career and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the team in this book mostly completed shortly before his 1993 death, epilogue by Larry Bird.
Author: Mike Carey Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC ISBN: 9781582617404 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 425
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The legendary Boston Celtics broadcaster tells the story of his fabled career and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the team in this book mostly completed shortly before his 1993 death, epilogue by Larry Bird.
Author: Sam Smith Publisher: Harpercollins ISBN: 9780060175023 Category : African American basketball players Languages : en Pages : 281
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The inside story of Michael Jordan's surprising departure from and return to the Chicago Bulls describes his anguish over his father's death, reaction to rumors about his gambling, and his attempts to succeed in major league baseball. 250,000 first printing. $100,000 ad/promo. Tour.
Author: Kora Knight Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781519296139 Category : Languages : en Pages : 586
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One straight college senior chilling at a frat party. One unlucky round of high-stakes poker. Now, to pay his dues, Tad must spend an hour in the basement of his victors' physical trainer, Scott, who happens to be a part-time Dom as well. Playful and sexy, he introduces Tad to his flogger. Despite Tad's efforts to remain unaffected, Scott wrenches his dark pleasure higher. Raw, kinky lust. Forbidden need. Then mind-blowing, out-of-this-world sex. When Tad finally touches down from his scandalous high, his world looks completely different. Because now he can't get Scott out of his system, and Scott seems to feel the same way. Unfortunately, his hesitancy wears heavy on Scott's heart and now Tad risks losing him forever. Experience Tad's journey of erotic self-discovery as, time and again, he seeks out the man who's upended his world... and his heart. Warning: Erotic romance, containing graphic gay sex. Intended for mature audiences only.
Author: E. Davon Kelly Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781493699322 Category : Languages : en Pages : 90
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E. Davon Kelly presents a challenge to each of us by asking, "What will your legacy be?" In his book, you will follow the journey of one man who shares life lessons learned on the basketball courts to his application of those lessons in his multi-million dollar businesses. At the end of each chapter, the author presents questions for the reader to answer that will help guide self-discovery of the legacy question.
Author: Johnny Kerr Publisher: ISBN: 9780929387017 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 276
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A former Chicago Bulls coach and present broadcaster for the team reveals the story behind the team's drive for success and examines Michael Jordan's extraordinary talents and his contributions to the team
Author: Derick Loury Publisher: ISBN: 9781667839226 Category : Languages : en Pages : 144
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The reader will be introduced to a small town Darby Township community, student-athlete All Delaware County basketball star who was born In Elmwood, near Southwest Philadelphia Airport. He enlightened the avid readers about his memoirs called Courtside. His school days memoirs, takes you on a slight journey through what he experienced while a young child moving from Philadelphia to Darby Township when he was two years old. When he became of age he recalls, a historical and well documented legal battle ensued by racist policies geared to protect the rights and privileges of the Southeast Delco School district and Northern section of the Township of Darby political bosses. The mental trepidation influenced the movement against the citizens of the Southern section of the town fueled by political party's minutia wrapped in classism through racist thoughts perpetrated against poor blacks in a community with very little social or educational services available to the community. Notwithstanding the immediate impact of the unfair school decisions, but later felt the catastrophic sorrows of the decision that devastated the people in the Darby Township Community. The constant battle between what is revealed and not disclosed undermined the purpose of school, to discovering excitement through outdoor or inside recess periods pending increments weather would determine his extraordinary athleticism showcased during the intermittent period. He was able to gain attention through the classroom antics by avoiding the subject matters of importance by becoming a classroom comedian. Although his athleticism was a blessing from God earlier, he had to repeat the third grade. The level of emotional distress from several untimely deaths during his time as a student in elementary school caused him to remain behind his initial students. As the odds continue to stack against him, as well it's stacking against other less fortunate students . Derick used athleticism to gain the respect of teachers and neighbors. An important cast of people helped escort him into the realm of competition while using his energy and agility in the game of basketball in the right place and right time. He was able to double his efforts influencing friends and associates in competing in basketball while mimicking the educational lesson plans through the lens of his childhood friend. After failing to integrate into the norms associated with his age group, he was introduced through his biological brother's social ineptness by participating in a few social distractions. An unnamed protagonist overshadowed the dreams of one person while he was showered with heartbreak and disappointment associated with a broken family. Until one day, he took a leap of faith and packed his bicycle and a few belongings and headed out to find the game of basketball. Following in the footsteps of many local athletes offers a coming-of-age story about a small-town boy who traveled throughout the Greater Philadelphia area, Pittsburgh, New York, Baltimore and Washington DC, to find a competitive game of basketball on the backroads of America. He cut off ties to mischievous and living only in the moment. He connected with several unique personalities whose experience and views deeply impact his own innate. His grandparents, who helped piece him back together both physically and emotionally during fishing trips. His willingness to hit the road with very few resources is admirable and prescient enough to recognize the jealousy of those who cannot or will not take the leap of faith. His encounter with new places, people and things broadened his horizons. Yet his immaturity and selfishness persist. Despite his flaws, it's a pleasure to accompany on his physical and emotional journey in the basketball recruiting process and high school and college basketball experienced, and commencement from both institutions was indeed an achievement.
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary Publisher: ISBN: Category : Courtship Languages : en Pages : 484
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"... A captivating look into some of the most cherished memories of the prophets--the earliest moments of romances that endured a lifetime."--
Author: William C. Rhoden Publisher: Rizzoli Publications ISBN: 0847867625 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 196
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The players, people, flavor, and contributions New York has given the game. From the playgrounds to the NBA, New York has invented a way of playing basketball, and City/Game is not only about the three renowned NBA teams--the Knicks, the Nets, and the Liberty--and their predecessors, but also the many high-school and college basketball teams with legendary rivalries. Through art and testimonials from the fans, coaches, and players, we learn about Lew Alcindor (later known as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar), Kenny Anderson, and Chris Mullin, all birthed on the city blacktop and who took their skills to the NBA hardwood. Explore the famous street-ball courts on a map of the five boroughs, including Rucker Park and the Cage on West 4th Street, home to Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, and Kyrie Irving; read about New York's style of play--like the infamous one-handed jump shot--and glossary of NYC-style trash talk and slang; see "celebrity row" photographs courtside at the Garden and Barclay's Center; revel in the images, headlines, and objects related to the 1970 and 1973 championship Knicks. Packed with new and archival images, this book brings the energy of the sport through original essays by noted writers and highlights from players, fans, and rising stars of the New York scene and features interviews with NBA greats including Queens-born Kenny Smith and Bronx-born former Knick Rod Strickland. A great book for any basketball fan to relive old memories and learn new details.
Author: Blaine Wiseman Publisher: Weigl Publishers ISBN: 1489648003 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 24
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Basketball was invented in 1891. The National Basketball Association (NBA) has regulated the sport since 1949. Today, basketball is a highly paid professional sport. From Michael Jordan to Kevin Durant, discover the game’s greatest players and their achievements in Basketball Legends, a Hall of Fame book.
Author: Mike Carey
Author: Mike Carey
Author: Sam Smith
Author: Kora Knight
Author: E. Davon Kelly
Author: Johnny Kerr
Author: Derick Loury
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary
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Author: William C. Rhoden
Author: Blaine Wiseman