A Sixers Odyssey
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A Sixers Odyssey
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Author : Dave Rueter
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-09-21
A Sixers Odyssey written by Dave Rueter and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-21 with categories.
"Dave, honey. Are you sitting down? We have to talk. Your dad and I have something to tell you." "What is it, mom? Is everything alright? Are you getting divorced? Is it grandma?" "No, no. Grandma's fine. But - well, there's no easy way to say this." Mom exhaled. "The Sixers just traded Charles Barkley for Jeff Hornacek, Andrew Lang, and Tim Perry." That couldn't be right, I thought. She must've misheard. "What about Kevin Johnson? Or Thunder Dan? And the picks? How many picks, mom?" She shook her head, like she couldn't even believe the words that were about to come out of her mouth. "No KJ or Majerle. No picks, sweetie." ----- A Sixers Odyssey is a collection of 76 essays on forgotten players from the last thirty years. Why did everyone boo Kenny Payne on draft night? Where were you the night of the James Anderson Game? Wait, Tom Chambers played one game for the Sixers? Authored by a Philadelphian and former 76ers writer, A Sixers Odyssey combines personal memories with exhaustive research to highlight the other guys - the guys not named Charles Barkley or Allen Iverson. From Willie Burton's 53-point game to Jeff Ruland's run-in with a luggage cart, and countless stories in between, A Sixers Odyssey is a humorous journey through the good, the bad, and the forgotten.
Only The Strong Survive
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Author : Larry Platt
language : en
Publisher: HarperEntertainment
Release Date : 2002-11-12
Only The Strong Survive written by Larry Platt and has been published by HarperEntertainment this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-11-12 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
There are few figures among America's media-saturated landscape that loom larger than the National Basketball Association's undeniable superstar Allen Iverson. He was the first overall pick of the 1996 NBA draft, and the spotlight has not left him since. Defiantly tattooed, with his hair in cornrows, the six-foot Philadelphia 76ers point guard has been vilified by a sports press still fawning over Michael Jordan's non-threatening, clean-cut visage. From Iverson's rap sheet to his rap album, from his on-court feats to his off-court antics, breathless fans and journalists alike seem determined to track his every move. Part sports star, part antihero, part hip-hop icon, Iverson has managed to cross over into the mainstream of American culture -- without compromise. It wasn't long before Iverson's prodigious athletic skills became apparent. Raised in poverty, with his father in prison, Iverson retreated to his local playgrounds and found escape from the all-too-common woes of the inner-city dweller. In one summer alone, eight of his friends were killed in shootings. But Iverson's talent simply could not be denied, and basketball remained the one constant in his tumultuous existence. And so Iverson, despite all odds, rose. A now-infamous scuffle in a bowling alley led to near race riots in Iverson's hometown of Newport News, Virginia, resulting in his being sentenced to jail time during high school. Eventually, Governor Douglas Wilder granted him clemency, the conviction was overturned on appeal, and his ascent continued. Georgetown coach John Thompson stepped in, giving Iverson a berth on his team at a time when other universities were too skittish to offer the same. It was their loss. After two tremendous years at Georgetown, Iverson declared himself eligible for the NBA draft. And the rest is history. In Only the Strong Survive, Larry Platt offers up the first full portrait of a complicated and intensely private star, a man whose loyalty to his family, the streets, and his friends (a group he calls Cru Thik) trumps any other concerns -- and that includes multimillion-dollar endorsement deals. Possessing an almost otherworldly talent, Allen Iverson is determined that everyone -- his mom, his homeboys, his cousins -- benefit from it. By embracing his roots and refusing to conform, Iverson has won fans and admirers far beyond the boundaries of the sports world. Filled with exclusive interview material and unprecedented access to many of Iverson's inner circle, Only the Strong Survive provides the first in-depth look at the truth behind this newly minted legend.
Only The Strong Survive
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Author : Larry Platt
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2009-10-13
Only The Strong Survive written by Larry Platt and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-10-13 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Part sports star, part antihero, part hip-hop icon, Allen Iverson has managed to cross over into the mainstream of American culture -- without compromise. Defiantly tattooed, with his hair in cornrows, the six-foot Philadelphia 76ers point guard is one of the most recognizable and controversial stars of the sports world. His meteoric rise from a troubled childhood in the ghetto to NBA superstardom has been marked by five straight playoff appearances, including a finals berth in 2001 and an MVP award. From his rap sheet to his rap album, fans and journalists alike hound his every move. But never before has a biographer presented a full portrait of this complicated and intensely private star -- a man whose loyalty to his family, the streets, and his friends trumps any other concern. Filled with exclusive interview material and unprecedented access to many of Iverson's inner circle, Only the Strong Survive is the first in-depth look at the truth behind this newly minted legend.
Cricket Odyssey
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Author : Rajgopal Nidamboor
language : en
Publisher: PublishDrive
Release Date : 2018-01-11
Cricket Odyssey written by Rajgopal Nidamboor and has been published by PublishDrive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-11 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Cricket Odyssey is a skilfully executed, lovingly constructed, book: a literary celebration of over a century-and-a-half of cricket. It has narrative and character study blended in a dexterously refined, yet readable form. It not only manages to pervade the essential of the essentials of some of cricket’s greatest players — from Dr W G Grace to Steve Waugh; from Sir Don Bradman, Sachin Tendulkar to Rahul Dravid; from Sir Learie Constantine and Sir Gary Sobers to Jacques Kallis; from Ray Lindwall to Wasim Akram; and, from Clarrie Grimmett to Anil Kumble and Muttiah Muralitharan — but, it also brings to life a classy and effulgent cricketing collage. More than a lively, encapsulated grandeur of individual brilliance, or cricketing chemistry, of each player epitomised in its canvas, Cricket Odyssey explores not only the many-resplendent delights of cricket, but it also delineates a deftly woven work of art — of the game’s scientific foundation, art and grammar, and its players’ phenomenal exploits, acts of courage, grandeur, and ‘shortfall.’ A journey through nostalgia, and a living monument to a living philosophy, it is, in sum, a ‘must-read’ and ‘must-keep’ book for all avid cricket fans across the globe.
A Phillies Odyssey
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Author : Dave Rueter
language : en
Publisher: Dave Rueter
Release Date : 2021-10-18
A Phillies Odyssey written by Dave Rueter and has been published by Dave Rueter this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-10-18 with categories.
I called my best friend. Whenever there was a huge signing or a big trade, I called BK. BK and I agreed on everything. We were also wrong about everything. "Coffey is gonna put the Fly Guys over the top, buddy!" "We're gonna pour coffee in that Cup!" "Tartabull should hit 30 in the National League!" "At least! Maybe 35 if teams don't pitch around him." "I see a lot of Byron Evans in this Barry Gardner, Dave." "I'm surprised he slipped to the second round to be honest." Whatever reservations I had about trading Curt Schilling were washed away after a five-minute phone call. BK and I ran through each of the players in the D-Backs return one by one. "Daal won 16 games last year. That's nothing to sneeze at." "Yep, just been unlucky this season. I've also heard a lot of good things about this Figueroa kid." "Definitely. I've heard he's a control pitcher. He trusts the defense behind him. That keeps his teammates engaged." "That's a great point. Also, Travis Lee may be the best defensive first baseman in the league." "A real cool customer, I heard. A slick fielder. And if that bat gets going ..." "And people love this Padilla guy's stuff." "'Electric' is the word I've heard." BK and I threw around 'people say' or 'I've heard, ' as if we had any sources of any kind. I didn't have any sources. BK was my source. We were 15, 16 years old discussing prospects on our parents' landline. We didn't read anything online. In the summer of 2000, the extent of the internet was AOL chatrooms and Cindy Margolis pictures. We didn't have regular check-ins with scouts. We didn't go to school with a kid whose neighbor's uncle was Mike Arbuckle. I don't know where we pulled these scouting reports from, but it took just a few minutes to talk ourselves into this massive haul for our star pitcher without the slightest hint of irony. What's better than one ace, we reasoned? Three aces and Travis Lee. --------- A Phillies Odyssey is a collection of essays on forgotten Fightins through the eyes of a fan. From Sil Campusano's timely hit to Wilson Valdez' 19th inning heroics and everything in between, A Phillies Odyssey serves as a reminder that, no, you're not the only one who thought Ricky Otero and Tony Longmire were the next big thing.
The Lebron James Odyssey
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Author : Alice Richie
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024-03-18
The Lebron James Odyssey written by Alice Richie and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-03-18 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
This captivating book delves into the remarkable life of basketball hero LeBron James, tracing his ascent from modest origins to worldwide superstardom. This book provides an engrossing look inside the mind of a real champion, from his early hardships and victories on the court to his charitable endeavors off the court. For every game enthusiast, this is a must-read because it is filled with incredible behind-the-scenes stories, and rare interviews. Find out why LeBron James is a household name and a modern-day icon thanks to his everlasting commitment, incomparable talent, and persistent drive. Get a copy of this moving tale right away to avoid missing your opportunity to own it, and let LeBron James' greatness serve as an inspiration.
Rebound
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Author : Bob Greene
language : en
Publisher: Signet Book
Release Date : 1996
Rebound written by Bob Greene and has been published by Signet Book this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Basketball players categories.
Beginning with the day Jordan's father was murdered, and stretching through a two-year odyssey across the American landscape, Rebound is the story of the world's most famous athlete's personal journey in search of himself. Bestselling author Bob Greene was there with Jordan every step along the way. Here is his detailed, intimate chronicle, rich with the sound of Jordan's own voice in long and candid conversations with Greene. In minor-league dugouts and packed NBA arenas, alone with Jordan at home or riding down the highway with him, during the lowest days in the backroads world of small-town baseball and the headiest nights in ornate basketball stadiums where thousands cried his name, Rebound is the story of a man who seemingly had everything the world could offer, and then, in pain, left it behind in an effort to rediscover who he once was, and who he wanted to be.
Second Coming
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Author : Sam Smith
language : en
Publisher: Harpercollins
Release Date : 1995
Second Coming written by Sam Smith and has been published by Harpercollins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with African American basketball players categories.
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.
Tom Brown At Rugby
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Author : Thomas Hughes
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1889
Tom Brown At Rugby written by Thomas Hughes and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1889 with categories.
Toom Brown At Rugby
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Author : Thomas Hughes
language : en
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Release Date : 2020-07-18
Toom Brown At Rugby written by Thomas Hughes and has been published by BoD – Books on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-18 with Fiction categories.
Reproduction of the original: Toom Brown At Rugby by Thomas Hughes