Connecting STEM and sports

"Whether a marathon or a sprint, or jumping or throwing, STEM explains how it all works . . . [explores] the STEM concepts behind events from sprinting to long-distance running, and javelin to shot put"--Publisher.

"How does the soccer ball bend like that? Why does the ball look like that? What makes that goalie so good? This book tackles all this and more . . . explores the effects of all the forces acting on a soccer ball, including the phenomenon known as the Magnus effect"--Publisher.

"Learn how [baseball and softball] players use the concepts of STEM every time they step on the field"--Provided by publisher.

"Breaks down the elements of the [ice hockey] game and explains how STEM applies to all of them. Slap shots, tape-to-tape passes, edge work, body checks, trackable pucks, and graphite sticks--this book covers it . . . and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn how gymnastics events are affected by STEM, and what gymnasts must know about STEM to be at their best. From the . . . math of the . . . scoring system to high-tech equipment, STEM is everywhere in this sport"--Provided by publisher.

"This book . . . looks at how STEM impacts the game [of football], from broken tackles and perfect spirals to super safe helmets and high-tech stadiums.

"In Connecting STEM and Sports, learn what the future holds as high-stakes contests are pushed to the limits with ever-evolving science, technology, engineering, and math"--Provided by publisher.

"From dribbling and three-pointers to free throws and slam dunks, basketball is not only a game of athletic strength and skill, but also one of science and energy, angles and math, and high-tech engineering . . . readers explore the science behind their favorite player's best moves on the court and learn about the technology that is changing the game"--Publisher.