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  The Game They Played - The True...

  Stanley Cohen

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  One of Sports Illustrated’s Top 100 Sports Books of All Time: The riveting story of the point-shaving scandal that shook college basketball to its core It was the ultimate Cinderella sports story. Unranked heading into the 1949–50 season, the City College basketball team delighted their hometown of New York City and shocked the rest of America by winning both the NCAA and NIT tournaments. An unprecedented feat that would never be duplicated, City College’s postseason grand slam was made all the more remarkable by the fact that, in an era when many premier teams were segregated, its starting lineup consisted of 3 Jewish and 2 African American athletes.   With Hall of Fame coach Nat Holman and 4 of the starting 5 returning for the 1950–51 campaign, the stage was set for a thrilling title defense. Alas, it was not to be. City College’s season came to an abrupt end when 3 of its star players were arrested on charges of conspiring to fix games. The ensuing scandal, which would engulf 6 other schools and lead to the indictments of 20 players and 14 fixers, cast New York City sports under a dark cloud, derailed the careers of some of the game’s most promising young talents, and forever altered the landscape of college basketball. The basis for the award-winning HBO documentary City Dump, The Game They Played is a poignant portrait of the unforgettable moment when an unheralded team of local boys united New York City in both triumph and disgrace.

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  Lose Weight Look Great - The...

  Giovanni Rigters

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  So, you’ve decided to start your weight loss journey and only you can change your life, no one can do it for you. While on your weight loss schedule, you might have many questions in mind.  
  Can I do this? How long will it take? What should I do? What to drink, what to eat? When to sleep? What not to do? We will explore and answer all these questions and more.  
  So, don’t worry about taking this journey on your own. You will find many tips and ideas that you can use that will give you the confidence to take action and lose weight.

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  Carrauntoohil and...

  Jim Ryan

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  A guide to 20 of popular walking routes on the MacGillycuddy's Reeks contains full-colour maps specially commissioned from the Ordnance Survey, photographs and map references. This guide also encompasses the history of the area, its geology and natural history, its place names and people. It offers useful information on travel and accommodation.

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  Taking Your Skiing To The Next...

  Philip Sanda-Staicopol

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  In this audio-course on downhill skiing, we'll cover a wide range of topics and techniques to help you become a better skier from the bunny hill to off-piste skiing, regardless of your current level of experience. 
  We'll start by covering the basics, including the essential equipment you'll need, understanding ski runs and how to properly put on your skis. From there, we'll cover the fundamentals of skiing, including how to move on flat terrain, make basic turns, and control your speed. As you progress, we'll explore more advanced techniques, such as plenty of techniques for developing and refining your parallel turns and improving your weight distribution together with other exercises to try on the slopes. 
  Throughout the course, you'll get plenty of tips and tricks including lots of exercises to try to help you improve your technique and build your confidence. 
  So whether you're just starting out or looking to take your skiing to the next level, this audio-course is packed with expert advice and practical tips to help you become a better skier. 
  We strongly recommend that anyone new to skiing seek out qualified instruction and familiarize themselves with the basics before attempting any of the more advanced techniques discussed in this book. Additionally, it's important to always ski within your abilities and to be mindful of your surroundings and the conditions of the terrain you're skiing on. 
  Disclaimer - skiing is a potentially dangerous sport with risk of injury and death, by using the information in this book, you assume all risks associated with skiing and agree to hold the authors and publishers harmless from any and all claims, damages, and liabilities arising from your use of the information provided. Remember, the best way to stay safe and enjoy skiing to the fullest is to always prioritize safety and responsible skiing practices.

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  Pompey - The Island City with a...

  Neil Allen

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  ** THE FANS. THE PLAYERS. THE POMPEY FAMILY. YOU KNOW THEIR NAMES, NOW IT'S TIME FOR THEIR STORY **
  At the start of the 2019-20 League One season, award-winning sports reporter Neil Allen set out to follow the fortunes of a team in the hunt for promotion. By the time it came to an end, the football almost felt like an afterthought.
  
  Covering the highs and lows of a season like no other, Allen offers an exclusive insight into a club and a fanbase that has known more hardship than most, exploring the vital role a football club plays when the football is taken away.
  
  Given unparalleled access, Allen interviews current players and club legends, the fans who saved the club in 2013 and those now tasked with ensuring its survival. The essential profile of Portsmouth Football Club, its fans and its recent history.

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  Trout from a Boat - Tips...

  Dennis Moss

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  This is a book for boat-flyfishers: those who spend time afloat in pursuit of trout, who know how difficult and frustrating the sport can be – but also how thrilling and rewarding.
  Few trout anglers have fished as widely as Dennis Moss, and fewer still have his ability to convey the skills of boatfishing with such insight and passion.
  He tells of his experiments with a new kind of improved drogue, of the breakthrough of the intermediate flyline, his discoveries about hook strengths and he shares his all-time favourite stillwater flies.
  This book will tell you a great deal about the craft of boatfishing and, as you learn, you will be taken to some fabulous locations and on some thrilling trips.
  This fully revised and updated edition includes new material on summer caenis fishing, dry fly techniques and latest leader compositions.

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