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Pocket Change Collective was born out of a need for space. Space to think. Space to connect. Space to be yourself. And this is your invitation to join us. "Wow! Leo's vulnerability and authenticity allowed me to experience his pain and triumph. A great testament to the positive power of...

*"[An] excellent exercise in narrative nonfiction." --Booklist (starred review) From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Maraniss comes the remarkable true story of Glenn Burke, a "hidden figure" in the history of sports: the inventor of the high five and the first openly gay MLB player...

On October 16, 1968, during the medal ceremony at the Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith, the gold medal winner in the 200-meter sprint, and John Carlos, the bronze medal winner, stood on the podium in black socks and raised their black-gloved fists to protest racial injustice inflicted upon African Americans. Both men were forced to leave the Olympics, received death threats, and faced ostracism and continuing economic hardships.

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...

Franco Colapinto, el primer piloto argentino que llega a la Fórmula 1 en más de veinte años, cuenta su historia en primera persona. La fascinación que siempre sintió por los motores, su experiencia en las competencias de karting y los desafíos que tuvo que enfrentar para crecer como piloto hasta lograr su objetivo más grande: correr en la máxima categoría del automovilismo. Pero una vez que se cumple un sueño, nacen nuevos sueños. Y Franco ahora quiere más, mucho más.

Mange unge er vilde med eSport. Og et af de spil, der for alvor er populært at dyste i, er FIFA. Her kan man spille med sine favorit-fodboldhold og nogle af de bedste spillere i verden. Hvis man bliver rigtig god, kan man måske komme med til VM. Eller med i den danske eSuperliga. Man kan vinde både ære og penge – og så er det sjovt!

In Beyond Toughness, Toni Bold introduces the game-changing approach top athletes use to transcend “mental toughness.” By cultivating flow state and leveraging powerful tools like somatic mindfulness, this guide empowers young athletes to unleash peak performance and find the zone that turns good into unstoppable.

“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...

Behany Hamilton, einarmige Ausnahmesurferin: Leben und Werk in einer Kurzbiografie! Alles, was man wissen muss, kurz und knapp. Infotainment, Bildung und Unterhaltung vom Feinsten!

In this powerful guide, Coach Don Barrett—undefeated high school wrestler, U.S. Army paratrooper, and leadership scholar—shares the core lessons he’s learned through decades of experience both on and off the field. Drawing from his academic work in leadership at Liberty University and his hands-on success mentoring students, educators, and school leaders, Coach Barrett reveals what it truly takes to become a trusted, respected leader.

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.

**Tanz die Kür deines Lebens** Die 18-jährige Mel hat nur ein Ziel: eines Tages olympisches Gold im Eiskunstlauf gewinnen. Selbst als sie die Weihnachtsferien mit ihrer Familie in einem noblen Resort verbringt, kann sie an nichts anderes denken als an die bevorstehenden Wettkämpfe. Zumindest bis sie im Foyer auf die faszinierende June trifft, deren unerschütterliches Selbstbewusstsein Mel sofort elektrisiert. Die nächsten Tage sind die beiden unzertrennlich, und Mel fühlt sich so unbeschwert wie nie zuvor in ihrem Leben. Doch dann nimmt ihre Begegnung eine jähe Kehrtwendung.

Are you searching for a book that will inspire and empower the young women in your life? Look no further than "The Most Inspirational Women's Soccer Stories Of All Time". This collection of over 30 captivating stories is the perfect way to celebrate the power of women in sports and fuel their passion for soccer.

Logan's passion for racing burns brighter than ever, but his excitement turns to dismay when Slate reveals that the team is out of cars in racing condition. As they prepare for the National Tour event, internal strife and the mysterious disappearance of the team owner’s car put the future of Team Taylor at risk. Logan takes it upon himself to uncover the truth behind the disappearance. With the stakes higher than ever, can Logan lead his team to overcome their differences and succeed on the national stage?

With NASCAR in their sights, Logan and Team Taylor face their biggest challenge yet: improving their pit times to compete at the highest level. Slate’s solution for this is simple—practice, practice, practice. But amidst their intense training, a personal crisis strikes. Racing against time, Team Taylor must come together like never before to rise above the challenges and compete with the best. In this defining moment of speed and teamwork, will Logan and his team surpass their limits to achieve their dreams?

Logan Reed's life is thrown into disarray when he's forced to relocate, losing not only his cherished sponsor but the familiar comforts of his old life. As he settles into a new town and a new school, Logan must confront his identity both on and off the track. Determined to race again, he faces the daunting task of finding a new sponsor and proving his worth. But unknown challenges loom, threatening his comeback and testing his resilience. Can Logan find his place in this new world and chase his dreams of racing glory?

Farrington High School Junior, Kate Kellner, has her whole future planned and a list of high-priority goals aligned. This season, she’s going to lead the Fighting Falcons to their first ever Midlands Conference title, break all the school pitching records, and impress a boatload of college recruiters so she can pick where she wants to go after she graduates from high school. But then, one day in the middle of a training session, Grady Hughes walks into her multipurpose room.

From basketball icon Brittney Griner comes a captivating memoir about her journey from early athletic stardom to her page-turning account of how she persevered in a Russian prison—now adapted for young adults. On February 17, 2022, Brittney Griner arrived in Moscow ready to play for a Russian...