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Your sporting performance is 100 percent driven by what goes on inside your head. Your thoughts affect your actions and can make or break you.... The level of sporting excellence is raised every time someone wins a race or game…so how can you succeed in an ever-tougher sporting world?

The inspiring autobiography from Gabrielle Douglas—the first African-American gymnast in Olympic history to become the individual All-Around champion—revealing her journey from the time she first entered a gym to her gold-medal-winning performances. In the 2012 London Olympics, US gymnast...

In the summer of 1977, a determined group of young girls proudly represented their town as they took the field at the Little League Girls Softball World Series. Among them was a spirited player chasing a childhood dream—to play hard, be part of something unforgettable and prove that girls could compete, win, and inspire. Sliding into History is the true story of one girl’s journey from the ballfields of Alabama to the national stage. Alongside her coaches and teammates, faced challenges on and off the field.

Gary Paulsen takes listeners along on his maiden voyage, proving that ignorance can be bliss. Also really stupid and incredibly dangerous. He tells of boats that owned him, good, bad, and beloved, and how they got him through terrifying storms that he survived by sheer luck. His spare prose conjures up shark surprises and killer waves as well as moonlight on the sea, and makes listeners feel what it’s like to sail under the stars or to lie at anchor in a tropical lagoon where dolphins leap, bathed in silver.

Want to step up to the plate with real confidence, steady focus, and the mental toughness of a true competitor? It all begins in your mind. Whether you’re chasing bigger goals, trying to break out of a slump, or simply wanting to enjoy the game more, mastering your mindset can transform the way you play. Many young athletes have the talent and the drive—but their thoughts get in the way. Doubt, pressure, nerves, and comparison can chip away at your confidence long before the ball even reaches the plate.

“Tasty fare for readers inclined to hail the coming of soccer’s ‘Messi-ah.’” —Kirkus Reviews Channel the grit, resilience, and positivity of soccer icon Lionel Messi as you trace his journey to become one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Global superstar, FIFA Player of...

Peloti tiene muchas inquietudes sobre cada país que jugará el Mundial. Pregunta, y pregunta tanto que intriga y pone nerviosos a los adultos. Peloti sospecha que esos países y sus fronteras son un invento y, a veces, mera casualidad. Hace cuestionamientos que develan la historia y las complejidades culturales y geopolíticas de las naciones que participarán en el terreno de juego.

Train like a Navy SEAL. Compete like a Champion. Become Unstoppable! As a former Navy SEAL officer and Division I wrestler, I'm often asked if young athletes can develop the same traits, habits, physical toughness and "Never Quit" mindset that define the Navy SEAL community.

Soccer gets in your head fast. One bad touch, one missed chance, one mistake that leads to a goal, one piece of trash talk, one wave of pressure from coaches, parents, teammates, friends, and your own expectations—and underneath it all, the question most teen guys do not say out loud: “Am I good enough?” Next Pass Devotions is a 60-day Christian devotional for soccer players ages 13–15 that helps boys build the mental game and faith foundation most athletes never get.

Baseball can mess with your head fast. One bad at-bat, one slump, one bad call, one teammate running his mouth, one tryout that feels like your whole future—and underneath it all, the question most teen guys do not say out loud: "Am I good enough?"

Friday night lights are loud. Pressure is louder. Red Zone Devotions is a 60-day Christian devotional for football players ages 13–15 who want more than hype.

The mental game is just as important as the physical one—and this audiobook helps teen athletes master both. Whether you're a student-athlete grinding through practice, a leader trying to inspire your team, or a competitor chasing greatness—Game On delivers the fuel you need to keep going, push harder, and rise higher.

Softball is loud. High school is louder. Diamond Devotions is a 60-day Christian softball devotional for girls ages 16–18 who are navigating real pressure on the field and in everyday life. From starting spots, slumps, mistakes, team drama, gossip, relationships, school stress, future decisions, recruiting pressure, and confidence swings, this audiobook helps teen softball players build a steadier mindset and a deeper faith rooted in God.

Jace Carter left the underground racing scene of Los Angeles the day his brother, Henry, died in a suspicious high-stakes street race against a member of the city’s infamous "Big 10." Heartbroken and disillusioned, Jace walked away from it all-until the pain turned into purpose. Now he’s back behind the wheel, armed with nothing but raw determination, a battered 99' Civic EX, and a burning need for answers.

Lacrosse can sharpen a young man fast. It can also expose everything. The pressure. The pride. The anger. The insecurity. The temptation to fit in. The fear of falling behind. The quiet stress nobody sees when the game ends and real life starts again. For teen guys ages 16-18, lacrosse is never just lacrosse. It is school pressure, social pressure, girl drama, group chats, late-night temptation, coach criticism, comparison, expectations, identity, and the constant question of what kind of man they are becoming. That is exactly why Faceoff Devotional exists.

Friday night lights can build a young man—or break him. Because football at 16–18 is not just about the playbook, the depth chart, or the scoreboard. It is about pressure. Identity. Anger. Discipline. Confidence. Temptation. Brotherhood. School stress. Social media. Girls. Parties. Coaches. Parents. The future. And most teen guys are trying to carry all of that while acting like they are fine. Gridiron Devotions was created for that exact season of life.

Baseball can make you feel on top of the world one day… and completely exposed the next. One bad hop. One strikeout with runners on. One blown call. One slump that won't leave. One mistake that turns into two because your mind won't let the last pitch go. And for guys 16–18, the pressure isn't only on the field. It's in the hallways. The group chats. The weekends. The late-night scrolling. The temptation to fit in, act tough, chase girls, hide stress, and pretend you're fine.

Luisito Comunica viaja de un extremo a otro del planeta. La curiosidad es el motor de las aventuras que lo lanzan hasta los terrenos más inhóspitos y misteriosos.

Three college, star football players and friends. One dream. Upon graduating from the University of Alabama, they vow that whoever gets the first head coach job will bring the other two along with them. Thus began their quest to be the winningest partnership of coaches the sport had ever seen. Only one lived to see their dream realized. Their story remained untold. Until now.

Unlock your full potential, dominate your goals, and conquer life's challenges with unwavering focus and resilience! Here's the shortcut you were looking for: You've always had a passion for sports. Whether it's sprinting on the track… scoring goals on the soccer field… swimming lap after lap in the swimming pool… or making that perfect three-pointer on the basketball court, you dream of becoming a champion.