Fischer, David

Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1960 to 1969, a period that included Wilma Rudolph's Olympic victories, the development of Gatorade, and the first Super Bowl.

Answers hundreds of questions about major league baseball, arranged in such categories as hitters, pitchers, streaks and feats, myths and legends, rituals and traditions, the business, and the ballpark experience, and includes a glossary and further reading list.

Profiles fifty jobs in various areas of professional sports, discussing job duties, educational requirements, prospects for advancement, earning potential, and other issues, and includes advice from individuals who have succeeded in the sports industry.

Presents a year-by-year account of major events and milestones in the history of twentieth-century sports, covering 1960 to 1969, a period that included Wilma Rudolph's Olympic victories, the development of Gatorade, and the first Super Bowl.

Covers the life and achievements of MLB star Alex Rodriguez, discussing his high school and professional baseball careers, as well as his family life and charitable contributions. Includes career statistics.

Examines the life and career of Roberto Clemente, a baseball player from Puerto Rico who overcame racism and other challenges to become a hero to the Spanish-speaking world, and the first Latin American player to be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame.

Explores the history and traditions of the Olympics and the various events included in the competitions held every four years.

Examines the life and accomplishments of baseball legend Babe Ruth who led the New York Yankees to seven World Series championships and became one of the first five players inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Reviews the histories of the five professional baseball teams in the American League Central, including the Chicago White Sox, the Cleveland Indians, the Detroit Tigers, the Kansas City Royals, and the Minnesota Twins, and includes photographs and statistics.

Photographs and text portray the history of the New York Yankees from 1903 to 2002.