by Neil Duncanson (1992)
Discusses the application of practical and mechanical sciences to sports in areas such as equipment, sports arenas, television coverage, and performance-enhancing drugs.
James Buckley, Jr. plus Beth Craig Zachary (NHL
"From the football field to the baseball diamond... from the soccer pitch to the hockey rink, this book takes you everywhere in the world of sports. Relive the drama and excitement of the wins, losses, records, and more!"--
Abby Czeskleba
"Simple text and full-color photos illustrate facts about the rules, equipment, and records of basketball"--Provided by publisher.
Gary Paulsen
When you grow up in a small town in the north woods, you have to make your own excitement. High spirits, idiocy, and showing off for the girls inspire Gary Paulsen and his friends to attempt: - Shooting waterfalls in a barrel - The first skateboarding - Jumping three barrels like motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel–except they only have bikes - Hangliding with an Army surplus target kite - Bungee jumping - Wrestling... a bear? Extreme sports lead to extreme fun in new tales from Gary's boyhood.
Tony Ward
Refers to famous performances while presenting an overview of the Olympic field events and providing information on how athletes train, qualify for, and participate in the games.