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  More Than a Game - The GAA and...

  Michael Moynihan

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  The GAA has always been about more than sport. It's the pulse of Irish communities – a shared language of identity, belonging and pride. But today, as the Association finds itself at a crossroads, urgent questions arise.
  Is the GAA still a grassroots, amateur movement? Or has it become a machine for elite competition, real estate development and media influence?
  Acclaimed journalist Michael Moynihan exposes the real forces reshaping the GAA, from under-the-table payments and controversial stadium deals to fixture chaos and the impact of pop concerts. Thoughtful and unflinching, he reveals an organisation grappling with its identity and why the outcome matters to every parish, player and supporter in Ireland.
  'Michael is rooted in the GAA but never bound by it. He sees our games and Association through a unique and unflinching lens. For anyone who loves the GAA and Irish sport, this book is essential reading.' Donal Óg Cusack
  'No one writes about the GAA like Michael Moynihan.' Pat Spillane

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  My Hidden Race: Anyika Onuora -...

  Anyika Onuora

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  My Hidden Race is the story of Olympic medallist Anyika Onuora, who stood on the podium at every major championship in athletics. 
   
  This book won’t go into detail about the technicalities of her sport or the beauty of the Olympic spirit however. 
   
  In the era of the Black Lives Matter and Me Too, this is an unflinching testimony of what it takes to pursue your dreams as a Black British woman against all odds. 
   
  This three-time Olympian will lift the lid on the reality of life as a black female athlete in Britain in a way that nobody else has done before her. 
   
  Nothing is off the record. She is revealing her life for the first time in this book with complete fearlessness. 
   
  There have been far too many years of silence caught in a system. Now Anyika is determined to make up for lost time and use her story to inspire and heal others. 
   
  My Hidden Race will take you into a world that often takes place far from the spotlight of the Olympic torch and shines an intense light on the brutal reality of professional sport for many black females.

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  Jürgen Said to Me - Jürgen Klopp...

  Dan Morgan

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  Jürgen Said to Me is a human-interest story centred around Liverpool FC's most successful and charismatic leader of recent times. It charts Jürgen Klopp's impact on Liverpool through the voice of the author and those at the heart of his revival. 
   
  In October 2015, Klopp took the helm at Liverpool at a time when the famous club were entering a third decade of league-title drought. The German coach had prospered with his brand of 'heavy-metal football', but little was known about his personality beyond an obvious energy and charisma. He entered a city steeped in personality, history and trauma - a place where the people demand more than a mere coach to lead their clubs. 
   
  Klopp's social influence has stretched to matters such as diversity, the economy, the COVID-19 pandemic and local history. The book explores the human impact of a man who single-handedly harnessed togetherness and the global unity of millions, while reshaping one of the most famous cities in the world.

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  Running Through the Dark - The...

  Jen Scotney

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  Ultrarunner Jen Scotney has achieved podium finishes in some of the UK's toughest races and now has her sights firmly set on the Pennine Way. In Running Through the Dark, Jen talks about her ambitions, not just to run the 268-mile Pennine Way but to take the record as the fastest woman to do so. But that didn't happen. Nothing went according to plan. The Jen the world knew was a successful lawyer and running coach – all photoshoots and finish-line smiles – but the truth was much darker. The real Jen Scotney, the one she hid from everybody, suffered with chronic fatigue, debilitating injuries, tragedy, grief and at times had a will so beaten down by setbacks that there just didn't seem any point in going on.
  But she did go on. Running Through the Dark is Jen's account of her ultra-journey. Playing out on the moors of the Pennines, the fells of the Lake District and the mountains of Wales and Scotland, this is much more than a running book, it is a story about resilience, about never giving up, and about battling through the night and always believing that there will be a new dawn.

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  The Manchester City A- Z - The...

  Rob Mason

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  This is Manchester City's golden age.
  City have a long history of success from being FA Cup winners: In 1904, through the stars of the thirties who won league and cup, the Revie Plan cup winners of the fifties and into the halcyon era when Colin Bell, Francis Lee and Mike Summerbee brought five different trophies to the club in the space of five years beginning in the late sixties. But in the last decade City have emerged as the dominant force of the era.
  In 2023 Manchester City achieved the phenomenal success of winning the FIFA Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, the UEFA Champions League, the FA Cup and the Premier League, taking the Premier League for the third season in a row and incredibly a fifth Premier League title in the last six years.
  Silverware only tells some of the story. Under Pep Guardiola Manchester City have produced a way of playing that is the envy of the footballing globe. Pace and fluidity of movement characterise City's style and this guide to the Best of Manchester City gives you an at a glance A to Z guide to the story of the most glamorous club of the twenties

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  You’re the Boss: Make Running...

  Heinke Kauntz

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  Running is more than a sport – it’s the art of growing resilient and winning the inner battles. 
  If you know the whys and hows of running, are keeping yourself well-fed and hydrated, and have the support of a mentor, then nobody can stop you from finding fulfillment in and beyond running. 
  This actionable guidebook is armed with effective and practical strategies that will dissolve all your training and nutrition-related worries and transform you into the runner you didn’t even know you could be by unlocking your inner power as a confident runner.   
  Inside this detailed guide, you’ll discover:Incredibly powerful tips to help you get started with running, even if you are totally new to the sportAn insightful tour of running – explore the types of running, correct posture, speed, and moreA beginners training plan – plus clever tips on how to tune up the benefits of running A prescription to healthy eating and nutrition – know what, when, and how much to eat on the run… and what to avoidInsights on hydration to help you feel energized and relaxed before, during, and after runningPro-recommended and scientifically backed tips to ensure proper rest and recoveryRelatable accounts of resilient men and women that will inspire you to hit the pavement right awayTechniques and strategies to help you overcome your fears and build a winning mindsetNot only setting goals but following through and achieving them with a smiling stride  
  And so much more!  
  Whether you dream of breaking the world record or simply setting new records for yourself on the treadmill or in nature, this coaching guide has got you covered. It’s time to tie your shoelaces and go for a run!  
  Boost your physical, mental and spiritual strength with a holistic approach to improve your running.

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