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  A Rare Recording of the Oldest...

  Ty son

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  Announced by radio broadcaster Ty Tyson, the game on September 20, 1934, is notable for being the oldest known recorded complete game of baseball. It features the New York Yankees beating the Tigers, 11-7, at Navin Field in Detroit. The game featured future Hall-of-Famers Lou Gehrig and Tony Lazzeri for the Yankees, and Charlie Gehringer and Hank Greenberg for the Tigers. Detroit would go on to win the American League pennant, but eventually lose to the St. Louis Cardinals in the World Series, four games to three.

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  A Fine Line - Searching for...

  Graham Zimmerman

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  ● Honestly portrays the highs and lows of a life dedicated to the outdoors 
   
   
   
  ● Shares the author's development as an outspoken conservation advocate 
   
   
   
  ● Story is rooted in the peaks of the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Pakistan 
   
   
   
  How do we reconcile our love of outdoor adventure with the inevitability of loss in high-risk sports? Still in his thirties, Graham Zimmerman has made first ascents from Alaska to Pakistan, and in 2020 he received the Piolet d'Or for his climb on Pakistan's Link Sar. A sponsored athlete who is sought out as a climbing partner, Zimmerman knows that he must find a balance between his ambitions as an alpinist and his social responsibilities. 
   
   
   
  His generation has faced devastating grief in the mountains, and his cohort has witnessed firsthand the effects of climate change in the form of disappearing glaciers and increasingly erratic weather. Zimmerman writes of the exhilaration he feels while climbing but also the painful realization that summiting at all costs is an outdated model. As A Fine Line traces Graham's journey, mountain lovers everywhere will see themselves in this coming-of-age story of adventure and personal reckoning.

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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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  100 Mind-Blowing Basketball...

  Felix Grayson

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  Basketball isn’t just a game—it’s a wild, unpredictable ride packed with legendary performances, strange events, and moments that leave fans stunned. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, trivia lover, or someone who enjoys crazy true stories, this audiobook brings you 100 unforgettable basketball moments that will blow your mind.
   
  Inside, you’ll discover:
  
   
  The NBA player who played for two teams in one day
  
   
  A game delayed by a swarm of bats
  
   
  The player who scored 50 points without a single three
  
   
  A star who was ejected before the game even started
  
   
  The NBA Finals MVP who never started a game
  
   
  A record foul-out in just three minutes
  
   
  The game that ended in a tie—because both teams ran out of players
  
   
  A dunk so powerful it shattered the entire backboard
  
  
   
  This audiobook is perfect for:
  
   
  Basketball fans who love the sport’s craziest moments
  
   
  Trivia lovers hunting for fun, surprising facts
  
   
  Casual listeners who enjoy short, shocking true stories
  
   
  Anyone who loves a good conversation starter
  
  
   
  Listen start to finish or jump to a random chapter—each fact will entertain, surprise, and leave you in awe.
   
  Take your front-row seat to the most mind-blowing moments in basketball history. A must-listen for any sports fan’s collection!

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  HBR's 10 Must Reads on...

  Alex Ferguson, Joe Girard,...

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  Leadership and management lessons from the sports world. 
   
   
   
  The world's elite athletes and coaches achieve high performance through inspiring leadership, mental toughness, and direction-setting strategic choices. Harvard Business Review has talked to many of these high performers throughout the years to learn how their success translates to the world of business. 
   
   
   
  If you read (or listen to) nothing else on management lessons from the world of sports, listen to these ten articles by athletes, coaches, and leadership experts. We've combed through our archive and selected the articles that will best help you drive performance. 
   
   
   
  This book will inspire you to improve on your weaknesses, not just your strengths; take care of your body for sustained mental performance; increase your confidence and manage your energy before an important event; turn a struggling team around; understand the limits of performance metrics; focus on long-term goals to overcome setbacks; and understand where the analogy of sports and business doesn't work.

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  Surfing Skills - Riding Waves...

  Zane Ryder

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  Surfing is one of the world’s most iconic sports, rich in history and culture that stretches back thousands of years. It originated in the Pacific islands, with Hawaii being the most notable hub of early surfing traditions. In ancient Hawaiian culture, surfing was much more than a recreational activity—it was a deeply spiritual practice that connected people to the ocean and honored its powerful forces. Chiefs and royalty often participated in the sport, which became a way to showcase skill, bravery, and mastery over the waves. 
  The first surfboards, known as "olo" and "alaia," were crafted from native woods like koa and wiliwili. These boards were often large and heavy, requiring immense strength to maneuver. The process of shaping and blessing the boards involved rituals, emphasizing the cultural importance of surfing as a sacred act. 
  During the 19th century, the influence of Western missionaries led to a decline in surfing, as it was discouraged for its association with Hawaiian traditions and leisure. However, the sport saw a revival in the early 20th century, thanks to key figures like Duke Kahanamoku. Known as the "father of modern surfing," Kahanamoku was a Hawaiian Olympic swimmer who shared his passion for surfing with the world. His demonstrations in places like Australia and California helped spark global interest in the sport.

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