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Books : Children's Books : Obsessions : Sports : Racket Sports
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The number of high school and youth teams playing lacrosse has increased 65 percent in the past decade, making lacrosse the fastest growing team sport in the United States, yet there remains no single, comprehensive guide to lacrosse for girls. The rules for girl's lacrosse are decidedly different than that played by boys. The game is played on a field with no boundaries, body checking is prohibited, and a shallow pocket stick (as opposed to a deep pocket stick) is used, among other variations. Winning Lacrosse for Girls will teach thousands of new players entering the sport each year its basic skills, strategies, and drills. Eleven chapters will cover the history of the game, the basics of stick handling, the rules of play, passing and receiving, offense and defense, key strategies, skills and tactics, conditioning and much more. It will be illustrated with at least 75 photographs and 10 diagrams. This will be a new addition to the Winning Sports for Girls series and will follow the series format.
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ALTHEA IS NOTHING BUT TROUBLE! Everyone agrees: her mama, her daddy, her teacher, even the policeman. But when Buddy Walker, the play leader on Althea's street in Harlem, watches her play paddle tennis, he sees something more: pure possibility. Buddy buys Althea her very own stringed tennis racket, and before long, she's on her way to becoming a great athlete - and to proving that she's more than just trouble.
Althea Gibson, born in 1927, was the first African American ever to compete in and win the Wimbledon Cup. Sue Stauffacher's lively text, paired with vibrant paintings by artist Greg Couch, captures the exuberance, ambition, and triumph of this remarkable woman.
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Roger Federer may be the finest tennis player ever to set foot on a court. His steady confidence, quiet power, and graceful ground strokes have made him a tough opponent as well as a pleasure to watch. Born in Switzerland, he wowed the junior tennis world, becoming Swiss junior champion at age 12. In 2001, he started his rise to the top of the professional ranks. By 2003, Roger was ranked number one in the world and has never looked back. With twelve career Grand Slam titles, he has only Pete Sampras's record of fourteen to beat. The tennis world is watching!
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IN THIS LATEST BOOK in the acclaimed About… series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what marsupials are, how they look, how they move, what they eat, and where they live. Illustrator John Sill introduces readers to a variety of marsupials, from the well-known koala and kangaroo to the less familiar cuscus and quoll. An afterword provides details on the animals featured and inspire young readers to learn more.
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The Williams sisters have captured the attention of the tennis crowd like no one has in recent years. Taken alone, each is a force to be reckoned with on the court. Each has the skills, the determination, and the strength to make it to the very top of her sport. Yet through all the competition-even times when they face each other on opposite sides of the net-they remain true to each other.Serena has just won the Wimbledon 2002 singles title by defeating her sister and is currently ranked #1 in the world. Playing as partners, Venus and Serena won the Wimbledon 2002 doubles championship as well.
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A biography of one of the first women to play tennis professionally.
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How To Play Tennis, by Venus and Serena Williams, is the perfect courtside companion for young tennis players of all levels. Detailed photography and text explain everything about the game of tennis‹from dressing for the court and holding a racket to executing the perfect lob and smash. The Williams sisters offer pro tips, demonstrate the techniques that took them to the top, and inspire young readers become the best tennis players they can be.
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Growing up in Harlem in the 1930s, Althea Gibson became tough and rebellious. Some said she was having trouble finding her way, until she was a teenager when she discovered she had a talent for sports. In fact, Althea was a natural at tennis, but tennis was played mostly by wealthy white people in country clubs that excluded African Americans. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Althea was not deterred. Instead, she set about becoming a barrier-breaking and world-famous athlete.
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Ages 6 to 9 years. When lacrosse was first played as a Native American sport, teams of hundreds of people played on a "field" that was miles in length! This book uses full-colour photographs and illustrations to highlight the sport of lacrosse. Features include: player positions; scoring drills and skills; defence and goaltending techniques; equipment and rules.
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A biography of the tennis star known for her two-handed grip who beat the odds after being stabbed in the back at the 1993 Citizen Cup tournament in Hamburg, Germany.
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At the age of four, Maria Sharapova knew she wanted to play tennis. In order to become the best, she and her father traveled from Russia to the United States so she could train at a top tennis academy. Years of hard work and practice paid off. Today, Maria Sharapova is considered one of the best tennis players in the game. She has captured numerous professional titles, including championships from three of the most prestigious tennis tournaments - Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, and the Australian Open. She is the first Russian female tennis player in history to be ranked at number one in the world. This book details Maria's achievements both on and off the tennis courts, detailing her rise to tennis fame and describing her charitable endeavors. As one of the most recognized athletes in the world, Maria's achievements on the courts continue to amaze her fans.
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Especially for young readers, First-Start Biographies have large, colorful illustrations and easy-to-read texts, focusing on the childhood years of famous people.
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In just a few short years, young tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams have become two of the best-known sports figures in the world. This biography chronicles their exciting rise to fame and provides in-depth information about their lives, dreams, and amazing accomplishments.
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Join a beginner's tennis class as four children learn to bounce the ball, swing their racquets, and hit the ball over the net. Created with the Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative, this beautiful book lets children see what it's like to learn to play tennis in a class. The gorgeous, inspirational photography encourages young athletes to join in for a fun time and some healthy competition.
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Tennis: Steps to Success is excellent as a course text or a self-instrction guide. Either way, this unique progression of skills will help players get started quickly, make steady progress, and proceed at their own pace. The result - successful players who will enjoy the sport for the rest of their lives. In this book, 19 steps (chapters) explain why each concept or skill is important, identify keys to correct technique, help players correct common errors, explain how to practise each skill in realistic ways, list specific performance goals for each drill, and provide checklists for evaluating proper technique. Teachers and coaches need both the participant's guide and this companion teacher's guide to teach effectively. Teaching Tennis: Steps to Success follows the same skill progressions as the participant's book an features management and safety guidelines, rating charts for identifying players' skill levels, 104 drills to fit various skill levels, teaching cues to maximize learning, suggestions for identifying and correcting errors, and a complete test bank of written questions.
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A biography tracing the lives and tennis careers of sisters Serena and Venus Williams.
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Easy-to-read text and full-color photos take readers through the childhood, education, and career of American tennis powerhouse Andy Roddick. This book highlights Roddick's performance in professional events with the ATP Tour and the U.S. Davis Cup team, including Grand Slam tournaments and the Olympics. Fascinating topics include Roddick's speedy serve, his sports-oriented family background, and his contributions to society, such as the Andy Roddick Foundation. An informative timeline, player statistics, and career highlights compose a colorful two-page graphic feature. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text and graphics.
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