| Author | : Ellen Labrecque |
| Publisher | : Child's World |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2020 |
| Genre | : Basketball |
| ISBN | : 9781503835306 |
"Brief introduction to the beginnings and early history of the WNBA"--
WNBA
| Author | : James Ponti |
| Publisher | : Simon Spotlight Entertainment |
| Total Pages | : 184 |
| Release | : 1999 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : |
An informative, behind-the-scenes look at the entire culture of women's basketball, featuring profiles of MVP Cynthia Cooper, Sheryl Swoopes, and superstar (and supermodel) Lisa Leslie. Written in a fan-friendly format, this book is filled with stats, pictures, profiles, and sidebars.
Basketball Belles
| Author | : Sue Macy |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2019-05-28 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 082344175X |
Witness the birth of women's basketball in this illustrated introduction from renowned nonfiction author Sue Macy. Raised on a cattle ranch, Agnes Morley was sent to Stanford University to learn to be a lady. But she soon exchanged her breeches and spurs for bloomers and a basketball—and in April 1896, she made history. In a heart-pounding game against the University of California at Berkeley, Agnes led her team to victory in the first-ever inter-collegiate women's basketball game, earning national attention and putting women's basketball on the map. This fast-paced story of perseverance and success digs deep into the history of one of America's most popular sports, and how it came to be so big. Realistic illustrations by Matt Collins put readers in the middle of the action, and you'll want cheer along with the crowd. With comprehensive backmatter including a timeline, author's note, select bibliography, and recommended places to visit for more information, Basketball Belles is a perfect introduction to an intriguing moment in sports and women's history. A Junior Library Guild Selection Booklist Top 10 Sports Books for Youth Booklist Editors' Choice, Books for Youth, Nonfiction, Middler Readers NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, History/Life & Culture in the Americas
Great Moments in Basketball History
| Author | : Matt Christopher |
| Publisher | : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
| Total Pages | : 76 |
| Release | : 2009-10-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 0316082481 |
The history of basketball is chock-full of famous buzzer-beating shots, amazing game-saving plays, and thrilling maneuvers that defy gravity. All fans have their favorite memory, just as they have their favorite team and their favorite player. Now here's a book that offers a look back at more than fifteen of the sport's best moments. The Block, The Steal, The Shot. Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar, Bird, Jordan, and James. Each entry captures the nail-biting tension of the minutes leading up to the play, as well as information about the superstar players that made them and the teams that they played for. Packed with facts and action, this is a book young basketball fans will reach for again and again -- and because it comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they're getting the best sports writing on the shelf.
Basketball for Women
| Author | : Nancy Lieberman |
| Publisher | : Human Kinetics |
| Total Pages | : 336 |
| Release | : 2011-09-02 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1492582077 |
Arguably the greatest women’s basketball player to step onto the court and the first woman to be head coach of a professional men’s team, Nancy Lieberman has accomplished it all throughout her career. Her experience is unrivaled, and in Basketball for Women, she’s sharing her secrets, insights, and advice with you. Inside you’ll find comprehensive coverage on all aspects of the game: -More than 100 drills to fine-tune essential skills, including ball handling, shooting, and rebounding -Defensive techniques and strategies to shut down any opponent -The best offensive plays for scoring in any situation -Tips for getting the most of your practice time -Exercises and programs for peak physical conditioning In addition, Basketball for Women takes you inside the huddles, and into the locker room, as Nancy provides advice on developing a winning attitude and becoming a complete team player. To be your best, learn from the best! With Nancy Lieberman’s Basketball for Women, you will master the skills, elevate your play, and reach your potential.
Dust Bowl Girls
| Author | : Lydia Reeder |
| Publisher | : Algonquin Books |
| Total Pages | : 303 |
| Release | : 2017-01-01 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 1616204664 |
"Published simultaneously in Canada by Thomas Allen & Son Limited."
LeBron James
| Author | : Shanya Worthy |
| Publisher | : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP |
| Total Pages | : 35 |
| Release | : 2010-01-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1433942801 |
This basketball powerhouse has set numerous records since joining the NBA, and has led the Cleveland Cavaliers to consecutive playoff appearances. This book follows James’s life, career, and accomplishments.
Legends of Women’s Basketball
| Author | : Emma Huddleston |
| Publisher | : North Star Editions, Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2021-01-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 163494335X |
From the pioneers of the early days of the sport to the superstars of today, Legends of Women's Basketball tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both on and off the basketball court.
The Legend of Gravity
| Author | : Charly Palmer |
| Publisher | : Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) |
| Total Pages | : 23 |
| Release | : 2022-01-04 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0374390878 |
In his author-illustrator debut, Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe–and Africana Book Award–winning illustrator Charly Palmer spins a tall tale about a neighborhood basketball hero. Have you ever heard of Gravity? No, not gravity, the centrifugal force pulling us to the Earth. I'm talking about Gravity--the greatest ball player to ever lace up a pair of sneakers. Gravity is the new kid on the Hillside Projects basketball team, the Eagles. He once jumped so high that his teammates went out for ice cream before he came back down. With Gravity on their side, the Eagles feel unstoppable. They’re ready to win “The Best of the Best,” Milwaukee’s biggest and baddest pick-up basketball tournament. But when they face-off with the Flyers in the final round, the winningest team in the whole city, they realize that it may take a little more than Gravity to bring them to victory. Here is a clever, energetic story about the unsung superstars walking among us, complete with vivid art and heartfelt themes of teamwork, loyalty, friendship, and fun.
