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Author:
Roger Kahn
Reader:
Kevin Yon
Format: 14
CDs
(Unabridged)
The extraordinary story of Jack Dempsey, the heavyweight champion of the world from 1919 to 1927. This audiobook not only chronicles the brutal bouts of the "Manassa Mauler" but also illustrates how the raucous 1920s shaped Dempsey and themark he left on American history. "One doesn't have to be a fan of boxing to be enthralled by this story of a nice guy who didn't finish last."—The New Yorker
Item #: E9N780
ISBN: 9781423377801
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Author:
Dara Torres
Reader:
Rebecca Lowman
Format: 6
CDs
(Unabridged)
Compete against the 20-somethings? Why not? In her inspirational memoir, Olympic gold medalist (and 40-something) Dara Torres touches on the subjects of staying fit, aging, competition, and motherhood, drawing heavily from her own life experience. If she can dare to dream, so can everyone.
Item #: E6R405
ISBN: 9780739384053
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Author:
Selena Roberts
Reader:
L.J. Ganser
Format: 5
CDs
(Abridged)
A revealing portrait of the controversial baseball superstar, the richest and possibly the most talented player in baseball. While describing his dalliances with strippers, infatuation with Madonna, contract-breaking and steroid use, the Sports Illustrated writer also reveals the root of his identity crisis.
Item #: E5H089
ISBN: 9780061940897
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Author:
Leigh Montville
Reader:
Adam Grupper
Format: 5
CDs
(Abridged)
This phenomenal player, the guy with the .342 lifetime batting average and who insisted that the only game in the world is baseball, still commands respect. Listen to the biography of Babe Ruth, sport's most explosive slugger, based on newly discovered documents and interviews. "Vividly presents the heroic details of Ruth's playing career."—BookPage
Item #: E5R273
ISBN: 9780739332733
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Author:
Michael Lewis
Reader:
Grover Gardner
Format: 5
CDs
(Abridged)
The author of Moneyball traces the upbringing of a boy through to young adulthood, through the lens of sports and his community of support. Along the way, he shows us a largely unanalyzed but inexorable trend in football: placing untold value on the players who protect the quarterback. A narrative of great and surprising power. The Oscar-nominated film stars Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw. "A shrewd analysis of the NFL... moving."—Booklist
Item #: E5R506
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Author:
Herschel Walker
Reader:
Andre Teamer
Format:
Playaway
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Herschel tells his story – from the joys and hardships of childhood, to his explosive impact on college football, to his remarkable professional career. And he gives voice and hope to those suffering from DID (formerly known as multiple personality disorder). Herschel shows how this disorder played an integral role in his accomplishments and how he has learned to live with it today.
Item #: EP5944
ISBN: 9781607755944
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Author:
Pete Sampras, with Peter Bodo
Reader:
Mark Deakins
Format: 5
CDs
(Abridged)
This magnificent tennis phenomenon – his career boasts 14 Singles Grand Slam titles, 11 Tennis Masters Series titles, and 762 wins – is notoriously reclusive. But here he opens up as he never has, describing how he built his game and himself. "Compelling... Listeners may get the feeling this audio presentation is exactly like watching a Pete Sampras tennis match: perfectly executed."—AudioFile
Item #: E5R875
ISBN: 9780739328750
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Author/Reader:
David Maraniss
David Maraniss
Format: 5
CDs
(Abridged)
Three thousand hits. A .317 average over 18 seasons. The first Latino baseball player elected to the Hall of Fame. This intense right fielder, an athlete of determination and grace, paved the way and set the highest standard for waves of Latino players. This biography by a Pulitzer-winning journalist captures the life and energy of a phenomenal man. "Utterly compelling... astounding... [the book] shines."—San Francisco Chronicle
Item #: E5P215
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Author:
David Halberstam
Reader:
Eric Conger
Format: 3
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Five Super Bowl titles. Thirty-one years in the NFL. The highest postseason percentage of any head coach in NFL history. This Pulitzer Prize winning author profiles New England Patriots football coach Bill Belichick, exploring the nuances of both the game and the man behind it. "[Conger has] the snappy delivery of a play-by-play commentator... an engrossing portrait [and] a reading that hits just the right note."—Publishers Weekly
Item #: E3W496
ISBN: 9781401384951
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Author:
Lance Armstrong, with Sally Jenkins
Reader:
Oliver Wyman
Format: 4
CDs
(Abridged)
With six straight Tour de France wins, the 2002 Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year is an inspiration. This impressive and exhilarating account of his personal and professional victories captures the mind-set of the cyclist who has beaten incredible odds and considers each day an opportunity for excellence. "A joyous, triumphant book, a celebration of all the things that make life good... fascinating and inspiring."—Booklist
Item #: E4R362
ISBN: 9780739303627
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Author:
Robert C. Gallagher
Reader:
Paul Boehmer
Format: 5
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(Unabridged)
Ernie Davis was the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. The outstanding Syracuse running back was 1962's No. 1 NFL draft pick – until he was diagnosed with leukemia the summer before his rookie season. An enduring storyof a true scholar-athlete, and a vivid look at sport in America at the dawn of the Civil Rights era. The movie stars Rob Brown and Dennis Quaid.
Item #: E5M877
ISBN: 9781400108770
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Author:
Jennifer Allen
Reader:
Susie Breck
Format: 1
MP3-CDs
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George Allen! To pro football fans, the name resonates with excitement and energy. Allen's daughter Jennifer has written a memoir of her father and the family life that was sacrificed to his endless, fanatical pursuit of the Super Bowl.
Item #: E1N523
ISBN: 9781596005235
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Author:
Michael D'Antonio
Reader:
Phil Gigante
Format: 11
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A richly detailed portrait of Walter O'Malley – the enigmatic Dodgers' owner who changed Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and baseball forever. Using never-before-seen documents and candid interviews with O'Malley's players, associates, and relatives, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Ball, a Dog, and a Monkey reveals this complex sportsman and industry pioneer. "Stunning biography... Gigante relates the material with the pitch-perfect tone of a television journalist."—Publishers Weekly
Item #: E9N414
ISBN: 9781423384144
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Author:
Roy Williams, with Tim Crothers; foreword by John Grisham
Reader:
Alan Winter
Format: 7
CDs
(Unabridged)
The inspirational story of the most successful men's basketball coach in NCAA history – the man in charge of North Carolina's Tar Heels. He reveals how determination took him from an impoverished home to the pinnacle of coaching success, culminating in the 2009 NCAA National Championship (his second in five years). "The story is classic Southern Appalachian storytelling... [Winter's] pacing is easygoing and his tone is conversational, a style that makes the book speed along surprisingly quickly."—AudioFile
Item #: E8Z020
ISBN: 9781615730209
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Author:
Jackie Robinson
Reader:
Ossie Davis
Format: 1
MP3-CDs
(Abridged)
A straightforward yet inspiring story of what it took to be the first man of color to break into the white world of professional sports. Jackie Robinson's story is more than a telling of his tremendous talent; it is also a recollection that showcases his tenacious spirit, bravery, and the courage of his ideals.
Item #: E1N859
ISBN: 9781423358596
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Author:
Tom Callahan
Reader:
Buck Schirner
Format: 6
CDs
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An insider's look at this golfing phenomenon and the majors tour, pinpointing the moments and influences in Tiger's life. The seven years between ages 20 and 27 define him and explain the sources of his awesome drive and power. "Plenty of insight into what makes Tiger tick. [He] packs in loads of excitement."—AudioFile
Item #: E6N655
ISBN: 9781590866559
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Author:
Vince Papale, with Chad Millman
Reader:
Mel Foster
Format: 6
CDs
(Unabridged)
Football's a young man's sport, but don't tell that to this lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan. He was 40 when he answered coach Dick Vermeil's call for open tryouts. His speed and heart won over the coach of this team Papale had grown up rooting for. Hear about his inexplicable rise to fame as the oldest rookie to play NFL football. The movie stars Mark Wahlberg and Greg Kinnear.
Item #: E5N409
ISBN: 9781423324096
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Author:
Lance Armstrong, with Sally Jenkins
Reader:
Oliver Wyman
Format: 4
CDs
(Abridged)
Audie Award winner. We all know that seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong is a fearless competitor. Now find out what is truly heroic about the great cyclist: his depth of character and generosity of spirit. In down-to-earth Texas style, he describes his early success, near-fatal cancer, recovery, marriage, and fatherhood. "Inspiring, plainspoken, and resonates with hope."—Booklist
Item #: E4Z449
ISBN: 9781565114494
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Author/Reader:
Richard Ben Cramer
Richard Ben Cramer
Format: 4
Cassettes
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A 56-game hitting streak, 361 home runs, a .325 career batting average – all that, plus Marilyn Monroe. This fascinating biography of baseball's Yankee Clipper by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author captures Joltin' Joe's stunning riseto fame – and his hidden shame. "This is a bravura performance, a balanced [and a] passionate book."—AudioFile
Item #: E4P653
ISBN: 9780671046538
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Author:
Bob Knight, with Bob Hammel
Reader:
Robert Silver
Format: 5
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Bobby Knight has a reputation of saying what he thinks and pulling no punches. Listen to the autobiography of this brilliant, infamous man who coached his college basketball teams to over 700 wins, the long-time coach at Indiana State, andthe winningest coach in Big Ten history. His armor may be tarnished, but nobody can match Bobby Knight. "Silver's swarthy, middle-aged voice perfectly evokes Knight's blunt low-rent style."—AudioFile
Item #: E5U727
ISBN: 9781559277273
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