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  The Pompey Quiz Book - 1000...

  Mart Matthews

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  How much do you really know about Portsmouth FC? You can find out by exploring the 1,000 questions set out in 100 categories that make up the new Pompey Quiz Book.
  This latest quiz book from Mart Matthews is a quirky, challenging affair for real Pompey fans who can test themselves or take each other on, with the emphasis on enjoyment and discovery.
  Try these questions for size?
  •Which two post-second world war Portsmouth managers had, as players, scored a goal in an FA Cup Final?
  •Who is the only player with a colour for a surname to appear in an FA Cup Final for Portsmouth?
  •Which is the only ground that Pompey have played on in an FA Cup semi-final replay?

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  Inside The Empire - The True...

  Bob Klapisch, Paul Solotaroff

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  NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A riveting look at what is really said and done behind closed doors with the New York Yankees, the most famous and wealthiest sports franchise in the world   Using the 2018 baseball season as the backdrop, Inside the Empire gives readers the real, unvarnished “straight-from-the-gut” truth from Brian Cashman, Aaron Boone, Giancarlo Stanton, C.C. Sabathia—even Hal Steinbrenner and Randy Levine—and many more.   This is baseball’s version of HBO’s award-winning NFL series “Hard Knocks.” Klapisch and Solotaroff take you deep into the Yankees clubhouse, their dugout, and the front office and pull back the curtain so that every fan can see what really goes on. Bottom line? You may think you know everything about the storied franchise of the New York Yankees and what makes them tick. But Inside the Empire will set the record straight, and drop bombshells about iconic figures along the way. There’s never been a baseball book quite like it.

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  Born to be a Footballer: My...

  Liam Brady

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  'A brilliant insight into Liam's life in football' - Kevin Moran'Insightful, often joyous, and hugely entertaining. I loved it' - Roddy Doyle'One of our country's great footballers, and definitely our most beautiful' - John GilesBeing a footballer was my destiny.After being expelled from school for playing football for his country, fifteen-year-old Liam Brady travelled to London to join Arsenal, and soon became an indispensable part of their glorious 1970s team. Rightly considered one of the Republic of Ireland's best-ever footballers, he went on to enjoy successes with Juventus, Sampdoria and West Ham, as well as managing Celtic and Brighton and Hove, and becoming assistant manager of his national team. Today he is best known for his much-respected TV punditry and searingly intelligent insights into the game he adores. Full of honest insights, amusing anecdotes and recollections of extraordinary times, with Born to be a Footballer Brady delivers a compelling story of a fifty-year career that is unparalleled in Irish sport.

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  HORSE RIDING FOR BEGINNERS -...

  Ethan Johnson

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  Developing a strong connection with your equine companion is essential to the development of a positive and productive rider- horse relationship. We can't stress enough how important it is to earn your horse's respect, build trust, and communicate effectively with him. In addition, we will instruct you on the fundamentals of horse handling and grooming so that you may develop a stronger connection with these amazing creatures. 
  As you make progress, we will gradually teach you to the many methods of equestrian riding. You will be instructed on how to mount and dismount a horse in a delicate way, as well as how to ride with correct posture and balance. In this book, we will explore rein aids and teach you how to successfully communicate with your horse through the use of subtle clues. We will teach you how to securely control your horse's speed and movement by guiding you through the various gaits and transitions, with a particular emphasis on the walk, trot, canter, and gallop. 
  In addition to the fundamentals, we will instruct you on more advanced riding skills such as riding in circles and straight lines, as well as introducing you to lateral movements such as leg yield and shoulder-in. We briefly discuss the world of jumping and provide those who are interested a glance into the thrill and technique involved in this amazing activity and discipline. 

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  Don Drysdale - Up and In: The...

  Mark Whicker

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  The definitive biography of Dodgers legend Don Drysdale 
   
   
   
  Larger than Life. In the history of American sports, rare is the athlete who fits that description better than Don Drysdale. On the mound, the towering six-foot-five righthander intimidated National League hitters for more than a decade, amassing career totals of 209 wins, 2,486 strikeouts . . . and hitting 154 batters, a stat he lead the major leagues in four times. Off the field, Drysdale's personality dominated every room he walked into. With a smile as immense as the sun, Drysdale's contemporaries included Frank Sinatra and Howard Cosell. 
   
   
   
  In Up and In, longtime Orange County Register sportswriter Mark Whicker takes listeners on a remarkable journey through Drysdale's life and career. Featuring exclusive interviews with Drysdale's teammates, broadcasting, and colleagues, this new biography paints a complete portrait of an unparalleled baseball life—from Drysdale's early years in Van Nuys to his sudden passing in 1993 at age fifty-six.

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  100 Mind-Blowing Tennis Facts -...

  Felix Grayson

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  Discover more books and audiobooks by Felix Grayson at FelixGrayson.com 
   
  100 Unbelievable Moments from the Court’s Wildest Matches 
   
  Tennis isn’t just a game—it’s a high-speed world of legendary shots, shocking twists, and real-life drama unfolding one point at a time. Whether you're a die-hard fan, a trivia addict, or just someone who loves a great story, this audiobook serves up 100 unbelievable moments that will change how you see the sport. 
   
  Inside, you’ll hear about: 
  
  The match that lasted over 11 hours across 3 days 
  The only Grand Slam won without hitting a single ball 
  A teen who beat her idol at Wimbledon 
  A 643-shot rally—longer than some entire matches 
  The player who served with both hands... in the same match 
  A match paused mid-point when the ball exploded 
  The “tennis twerk” seen live on TV 
  A Grand Slam champion who was pregnant during her win 
  
   
  From gravity-defying feats and emotional triumphs to hilarious mishaps and historical oddities, this audiobook is a grand slam for: 
  
  Listeners who love the sport’s rich history and surprises 
  Sports trivia fans craving little-known gems 
  Casual listeners who enjoy bite-sized, unforgettable stories 
  Anyone looking for the perfect gift for a tennis lover 
  
   
  You can listen straight through or drop in at random—each chapter is a quick, entertaining fact that proves truth is stranger (and funnier) than fiction. 
   
  Whether you're on the court or off, 100 Mind-Blowing Tennis Facts is your all-access pass to the most outrageous, inspiring, and flat-out fun moments the sport has ever seen.

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