athletes

"Discover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way"--Provided by publisher.

"Enzo's drive to be perfect is often seen by others as pushy, arrogant, and self-centered. Between his intense practice routine and his pappa drilling him, Enzo feels the constant pressure to overperform. When he misses a penalty kick in an important game, the team loses. Enzo decides to run away. He ends up face to face with the dangers of street life. Will he find his way back home and to his team now that he's facing a less than perfect life"--Provided by publisher.

"Aiden is one of the smartest players on the field. His active brain helps him to respond quickly to the action and anticipate the ball. But that same overactivity doesn't translate to his schoolwork. . . . His grades are so low that if he doesn't improve, he'll be dropped from the team. Will Aiden make the grade, or will he watch from the sideline?"--Provided by publisher.

"Jackson always stands his ground on the field. When a rival player purposefully spikes Aiden, Jackson strikes back. A scuffle breaks out, and Jackson gets a red card. He takes his anger out on the ref's car. . . . Jackson finds himself in trouble with the police. Will he end up with bigger problems, or will he be able to stop the downwawrd spiral and find his way back to defend his team?"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life of Stephen Curry in a simple, age-appropriate way.

"Fly high! Learn how to compete in cheerleading through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!"--.

"ESPN personality (Get Up and #Greeny) and New York Times bestselling author Mike Greenberg partners with mega-producer Hembo to settle once and for all which legends flat-out own which numbers. In short essays certain to provoke debate between and amongst all generations, Greeny uses his lifetime of sports knowledge to spin yarns of the legends among the legends and tell you why some have claimed their spot in the top 100 of all time"--.

After two electrifying seasons, the 2019 National Football League (NFL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Lamar Jackson has become a household name, inspiring a generation of future quarterbacks (QBs) who can manage the position with their arms, legs, and intellect. Jackson's ability to glide and slice through defenders by rushing the ball has garnered comparison to former Pro-Bowl QB Michael Vick. His cannon-like arm strength has likened him to 2018 NFL MVP and Super Bowl champion QB Patrick Mahomes of Kansas City. Meanwhile, Jackson's remarkable 19-3 record as a starter through his first two regular seasons has caused some to mention him in the same breath as a young Tom Brady. However, the more Jackson plays, the more one thing becomes abundantly clear-he is in a class all his own. Jackson's journey to NFL stardom began in South Florida where, at just eight years old, he tragically lost both his father and grandmother on the same day. His strong and resilient mother, Felicia Jones, raised Jackson on her own. Jones introduced Jackson to football, and she even put on the pads in the backyard of their childhood home to train Lamar and his brother Jamar. It was during these formative years that Jackson learned his mother's core values and built the character along with the skills he needed to be successful. After transferring to the Boynton Beach Community High School for his junior year, Jackson turned in a pair of high school seasons that caught the attention of several Division I National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) programs. However, scouts questioned Jackson's ability to play QB at the next level. He no doubt had elite speed and agility skills, and programs like those at the Universities of Florida and Nebraska could envision Jackson as a top-tier running back (RB) or wide receiver (WR). Jackson had his convictions though-he was a quarterback.

Aaron Rodgers arrived in the NFL in 2005 - selected 24th overall by the Green Bay Packers - and after watching and learning from the great Brett Favre for several seasons he has gone on to put together a spectacular career. Aaron Rodgers tells the story of the four-time NFL MVP who has thrown for more than 55,000 yards and 449 touchdowns. Rodgers also led the Packers to a win over Pittsburgh in Super Bowl XLV, picking up MVP honors in the big game. An incredibly accurate passer with marvelous scrambling ability, his spot in the NFL Hall of Fame is assured. Each book in the Gridiron Greats series takes a close-up look at some of the very best of today's pro football stars. Statistical leaders and championship winners go under the spotlight in a fun to read and visually interesting examination of the player's outstanding career.

"As team captain, Kai is always in control on the field. . . . But at home, as hard as he tries, he can't keep his parents together. Their fighting intensifies so much that Kai's frustrations spill over into school and soccer. Will he be able to provide what the team needs without the home support that he used to take for granted?"--Provided by publisher.