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She loves basketball—but the pressure is real. Games are faster now. Voices are louder. Mistakes feel heavier. Confidence comes and goes, emotions swing, and life off the court can be just as intense as what happens between the lines. This devotional was written for girls ages 13–15 who play basketball and are growing up at the same time.

In his first ever book, The IF in Life: How to Get Off Life’s Sidelines and Become Your Best Self, NFL running back and Dancing with the Stars champion Rashad Jennings shares his inspiring story and experiences, imparts practical advice, and encourages readers to follow their dreams. As a kid...

En Lugares asombrosos. Travesías insólitas y otras maneras extrañas de conocer el mundo podrás viajar -con Luisito como compañero y guía- a los lugares más recónditos de uno, dos y más continentes: a sitios abandonados que conservan la huella de un hecho inexplicable; espacios delineados por trazos y personajes místicos; habitáculos hechizados por almas que vagan entre dimensiones desconocidas; zonas marcadas por los errores de la historia y sus fantasmas, y pintorescas comisuras del orbe con el sello de una costumbre o un suceso perturbador.

The World Cup is international soccer's championship tournament, and it rules the global sports stage. Award-winning author Matt Doeden explores the history of international soccer and covers the World Cup's greatest moments, from the Save of the Century to Diego Maradona's Hand of God goal to the United States Women's National Team's dominance. The most shocking goals, the greatest upsets, and the fun and fanfare of soccer's biggest event are all here.

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...

Exclusive interviews with the top athletes in sports today. Trust the Grind: How World-Class Athletes Got to the Top reveals how these men and women reached the heights of their profession so that you can too. Each chapter tells a different story, as each superstar shares the habit that helped them accomplish their goals and reach the pinnacle of their profession.

She’s juggling school, practice, group chats, and game-day nerves. She doesn’t need another lecture—she needs a quick, honest boost that speaks her language: soccer, faith, and real life. This devotional delivers.

Your teen doesn’t need another lecture—he needs a playbook he’ll actually use. Above the Rim Devotions takes real basketball moments and connects them to God’s Word so boys 13–15 build confidence, discipline, leadership, and game-day calm in just 5–7 minutes a day.

In Becoming No. 1: The Inspirational Sports Story of Jeeno Thitikul, listeners are taken inside the life and developmental path of Jeeno Thitikul, the most accomplished, young, female golfer in the world. This sports biography traces how her success was built and offers a rare look at how to nurture young talent. Through Jeeno’s life, listeners will discover: Resilience: Discover how young athletes can remain grounded through setbacks.

In this captivating and lavishly illustrated young adult edition of her award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller, Laura Hillenbrand tells the story of a former Olympian's courage, cunning, and fortitude following his plane crash in enemy territory. This adaptation of Unbroken introduces a new...

More than 250 women have played on the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, and most contributed to the battle for equal pay. This narrative nonfiction book by the award-winning author and journalist Elizabeth Rusch traces the evolution of that fight, bringing this important rights issue in...

Being a young man is always difficult and navigating through high school is a unique experience for everyone. Especially for a young man with hopes of becoming a football star. All throughout my football days I was a star until I wasn’t. Playing football has been some of the best times I’ve had in high school and also the reason for some of the worse days I’ve had in high school. From scoring touchdowns to being benched. Having undefeated seasons to not so undefeated seasons. I detail the pleasures of having a high school sweetheart and juggling a forever changing home life.

When the game is tied, the clock is ticking, and the stakes are higher than ever, every second counts. “Beyond the Buzzer” follows [protagonist’s name], a talented and determined athlete, as they navigate the pressures of high-stakes basketball, personal struggles, and the complex web of relationships that surround the court.

Want to spark your teen’s passion for the outdoors? Looking for a fun, engaging way to boost their independence and self-reliance? If they’re glued to screens and missing out on epic adventures, you’re not alone. This “Ultimate Guide” helps teens embrace the wild, tackle survival scenarios, and develop skills that build confidence and resilience. Through hands-on projects, your teen will discover the thrill of nature while learning essential techniques and taking on responsibility.

Read by the author. Discover your ultimate playbook for faith and athletics with In Season, a 90-day devotional for young female athletes. With interactive features such as goal setting, progress check-ins, reflection questions, and journaling prompts, In Season offers busy athletes everything...

What most don’t realize is that the real game happens in your mind, in how you handle pressure, how you bounce back from losses, and how you balance everything else in your life—school, friends, family, and social media. That's where this game-changing book comes in. Packed with 21 powerful tips that help you master the mental game, build stronger relationships with your teammates, and handle setbacks like a pro, it's your ultimate guide to becoming an unstoppable force in your sport.

Thirteen-year-old Justin Cody is failing two classes and is addicted to texting and playing video games. Forced to take a wilderness canoe trip in Canada with his Grandpa Henry, Cody is thrust into a race for survival when the two discover a top-secret drone developed by the US military. Grandpa Henry is kidnapped, and Justin, who knows nothing about canoeing and camping, must canoe alone to a distant lake that promises rescue.

How does an undrafted free agent and two-sport college walk-on end up in a Chicago White Sox uniform? With a college football career derailed by mononucleosis and a college baseball career shattered by rotator cuff surgery, Brian Kent's narrative will motivate any athlete. Follow the journey from high school to college(s); from the dojo to the independent leagues; and from personal training to a White Sox contract.

In The Things He Could Have Been, W. Nikola-Lisa pulls back the curtain on Babe Ruth’s off-the-field shenanigans, offering the listener a humorous, yet highly informative, portrayal of the Yankee slugger. Ruth was multi-talented and, it's not really hard to imagine, could have been many things - a professional golfer, a heavyweight boxer, a movie star, a football player, just to name a few of his interests.

The inspirational manual 350 Mental Models on Developing Mental Toughness: A Handbook for Young Athletes by Boris Mullayev gives young athletes the mental tools they need to excel in their sports and overcome difficulties with resiliency and determination.