The Final Four

Author : Paul Volponi
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781101566954

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The Final Four by Paul Volponi Pdf

"Volponi, a multiple award-winning author, keeps the tension high from the first to last page ...The Final Four is definitely a winner." —VOYA, starred review March Madness is in full swing, and there are only four teams let in the NCAA basketball championship. The heavily favored Michigan Spartans and the underdog Troy Trojans meet in the first game in the seminfinals, and it's there that the fates of Malcolm, Roko, Crispin, and M.J. intertwine. As the last moments tick down on the game clock, you'll learn how each player went from being a kid who loves to shoot hoops to a powerful force in one of the most important games of the year. Which team will leave the Superdome victorious? In the end it will come down to who has the most skill, the most drive, and the most heart. "Volponi nails it when it counts in this dynamic story." —Booklist, starred review "Volponi adroitly renders authentic and inspired basketball action." —The New York Times Book Review

Author : John Feinstein
Publisher : Yearling
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006-06-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780553494600

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Last Shot: Mystery at the Final Four (The Sports Beat, 1) by John Feinstein Pdf

New York Times bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein exposes the real “March Madness”—behind the scenes at the Final Four basketball tournament. When Stevie wins a writing contest for aspiring sports journalists, his prize is a press pass to the Final Four in New Orleans. While exploring the Superdome, he overhears a plot to throw the championship game. With the help of fellow contest winner Susan Carol, Stevie has just 48 hours to figure out who is blackmailing one of the star players . . . and why. John Feinstein has been praised as “the best writer of sports books in America today” (The Boston Globe), and he proves it again in this fast-paced novel. “A page-turning thriller and a basketball junkie’s bonanza.” —USA Today

Author : Billy Packer,Roland Lazenby
Publisher : Taylor Publishing Company (TX)
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : UOM:39015013362135

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Fifty Years of the Final Four by Billy Packer,Roland Lazenby Pdf

Author : John Feinstein
Publisher : Back Bay Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2008-11-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780316050067

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Last Dance by John Feinstein Pdf

Exploring what it means to be a school, a coach, and a player in college basketball's Final Four, Feinstein exposes the driving forces behind one of the most revered events in American sports. Readers will also find dramatic stories from the officials and referees to the scouts and ticket-scalpers.

Author : Mark Reiter,Richard Sandomir
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2009-12-15
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781439141250

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The Final Four of Everything by Mark Reiter,Richard Sandomir Pdf

Edited by Mark Reiter and Richard Sandomir, and featuring contributions from experts on everything from breakfast cereal and movie gunfights to First Ladies and bald guys, The Final Four of Everything celebrates everything that's great, surprising, or silly in America, using the foolproof method of bracketology to determine what we love or hate-and why. As certain to make you laugh as it will start friendly arguments, The Final Four of Everything is the perfect book for know-it-alls, know-a-littles, and anyone with an opinion on celebrity mugshots, literary heroes, sports nicknames, or bacon. Bracketology is a unique way of organizing information that dates back to the rise of the knockout (or single elimination) tournament, perhaps in medieval times. Its origins are not precisely known, but there was genius in the first bracket design that hasn't changed much over the years. You, of course, may be familiar with the bracket format via the NCAA basketball tournament pairings each March. If you've ever watched ESPN or participated in a March Madness office pool, you know what a bracket looks like. The Final Four of Everything takes the idea one step further, and applies the knockout format to every category BUT basketball. In areas where taste, judgment, and hard-earned wisdom really matter, we've set out to determine, truly, the Final Four of Everything.

Author : Triumph Books
Publisher : Triumph Books (IL)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2006-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1572437863

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NCAA Men's Final Four Records Book by Triumph Books Pdf

Researched and compiled by the NCAA, this is the one and only official reference on the Final Four used by sports media nationwide.

Author : Richard Phelps
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2011-09-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781118092675

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Basketball For Dummies by Richard Phelps Pdf

The easy way to get the ins, outs, and intrigue on this beloved sport The National Basketball Association (NBA), with 30 teams and an average attendance of more than 17,000 spectators per game, is the richest and most popular basketball league — and arguably the most viewed American sport — in the world. This new edition of Basketball For Dummies not only covers the rules and regulations of the NBA, but offers coverage on the WNBA, NCAA, and international basketball leagues. Basketball For Dummies is a valuable resource to the many fans of this beloved sport, covering everything from players and personalities in the game to rules, regulations, and equipment. Completely updated with information and intrigue that's occurred in the sport since publication of the previous edition, Basketball For Dummies gets you up to speed on everything from NCAA Tournament brackets to college players en route to the NBA. Coverage of the rules and regulations of the NBA Interesting topics like LeBron the Phenom, ESPN'S influence on the NBA, and the UCONN women's basketball dynasty Digger's take on John Wooden Whether you're a basketball player or a courtside spectator, Basketball For Dummies is a slam-dunk of information and intrigue for anyone who loves the sport.

Author : Marty Benson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Basketball
ISBN : 1572433132

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Final Four by Marty Benson Pdf

Author : Tom Hager
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-21
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780760343234

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The Ultimate Book of March Madness by Tom Hager Pdf

The Ultimate Book of March Madness explores the stories behind each NCAA basketball tournament and highlights the 100 greatest games in tournament history.

Author : Texas Tech Athletics
Publisher : Texas Tech Athletics and Texas Tech University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1682830470

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Raider Power by Texas Tech Athletics Pdf

The 2018-2019 Texas Tech men's basketball team began the season unranked and ended it playing on Monday night for the National Championship. Raider Power gives every fan a fully immersive experience with the story of a group of stone-faced dreamers and their historic journey from unranked to Big 12 Champions to the Final Four. Raider Power offers a showcase of the Red Raiders' individual players, spotlighting and providing insider information on this unexpected group of winners, all while focusing on the bond that transformed a group of underdogs into a world-class team with the best defense in the country. Follow the team from the earliest parts of the season all the way to the Championship game on Monday night. Relive every highlight, locker room celebration, and trophy ceremony. Learn the ins and outs of head coach Chris Beard's vision for the team. The ultimate effect of the Red Raiders' amazing run was to establish a culture of excellence and community: this was a group of guys who cared for each other personally, in addition to complementing each other on the court. Raider Power is the official insider companion to an incredible season--it is a must-read for all Red Raiders.

Author : Mark Titus
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-12
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780307745385

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Don't Put Me In, Coach by Mark Titus Pdf

An irreverent, hilarious insider's look at big-time NCAA basketball, through the eyes of the nation's most famous benchwarmer and author of the popular blog ClubTrillion.com (3.6m visits!). Mark Titus holds the Ohio State record for career wins, and made it to the 2007 national championship game. You would think Titus would be all over the highlight reels. You'd be wrong. In 2006, Mark Titus arrived on Ohio State's campus as a former high school basketball player who aspired to be an orthopedic surgeon. Somehow, he was added to the elite Buckeye basketball team, given a scholarship, and played alongside seven future NBA players on his way to setting the record for most individual career wins in Ohio State history. Think that's impressive? In four years, he scored a grand total of nine—yes, nine—points. This book will give readers an uncensored and uproarious look inside an elite NCAA basketball program from Titus's unique perspective. In his four years at the end of the bench, Mark founded his wildly popular blog Club Trillion, became a hero to all guys picked last, and even got scouted by the Harlem Globetrotters. Mark Titus is not your average basketball star. This is a wild and completely true story of the most unlikely career in college basketball. A must-read for all fans of March Madness and college sports!

Author : Seth Davis
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2009-03-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781429920735

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When March Went Mad by Seth Davis Pdf

When March Went Mad tells the dramatic story of how two legendary players--Magic Johnson and Larry Bird--burst on the scene in an NCAA championship that gave birth to modern basketball. "A must-read for anybody who considers themselves a basketball fan."—Michael Wilbon Thirty years ago, college basketball was not the sport we know today. Few games were televised nationally and the NCAA tournament had just expanded from thirty-two to forty teams. Into this world came two exceptional players: Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird. Though they played each other only once, in the 1979 NCAA finals, that meeting launched an epic rivalry, transformed the NCAA tournament into the multibillion-dollar event it is today, and laid the groundwork for the resurgence of the NBA. In When March Went Mad, Seth Davis recounts the dramatic story of the season leading up to that game, as Johnson's Michigan State Spartans and Bird's Indiana State Sycamores overcame long odds and great doubts that their unheralded teams could compete at the highest level. Davis also tells the stories of their remarkable coaches, Jud Heathcote and Bill Hodges—who were new to their schools but who set their own paths to build great teams—and he shows how tensions over race and class heightened the drama of the competition. When Magic and Bird squared off in Salt Lake City on March 26, 1979, the world took notice—to this day it remains the most watched basketball game in the history of television—and the sport we now know was born.

Author : Jaime Winters
Publisher : Basketball Source
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 077871537X

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Ruling the Court by Jaime Winters Pdf

A look at important events in basketball history.

Author : Mary E. Schulte
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781429665728

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The Final Four by Mary E. Schulte Pdf

"Describes the NCAA Final Four tournament, including some of the greatest teams, players, and moments from Final Four history"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Marty Gitlin
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781467738453

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Playing Pro Basketball by Marty Gitlin Pdf

For a professional player, basketball isn't just a fun game?it's a job. Millions of people are watching your every move, expecting you to make every shot and block your competitors'. You have to give your all for every game, and when you're not playing, you're sharpening skills, working on plays, and studying your opponents. Dedication extends beyond the season. You must follow strict diets and workout plans to stay in shape throughout the year. You must learn to manage the pressure of constant travel and stardom. Is it worth it? This book, which was reviewed by 11-year National Basketball Association (NBA) veteran and three-time NBA champion Devean George, offers an authentic look at what life is like as a pro basketball player. You'll learn: ? What kinds of skills it takes to play in the NBA ? How players climb the ranks to reach the NBA ? What daily life is like for an NBA player ? The types of workouts and dietary plans NBA players use ? How NBA players prevent and treat injuries Go behind the scenes and see what it's really like to be an NBA star!