A biography of the young woman from southern California who starred at Stanford University and was a co-captain of the gold medal winning U.S. women's Olympic soccer team in 1996.
Explores the experiences of women who lived on the American frontier as homesteaders, ranchers, outlaws, miners, and reformers, including Sacajawea, Narcissa Whitman, Calamity Jane, and Nellie Cashman.
Profiles the life and achievements of David Beckham, discussing his childhood in England, early passion for soccer, amateur and professional careers, his performance in the 1998 FIFA World Cup, and his move to the United States to play in the MLS for LA Galaxy.
This book describes tuner cars, small passenger cars that are customized for better performance; explains how tuner cars are built to boost horsepower, and discusses car shows and racing competitions.
Discusses the ever-increasing gambling phenomenon of sports betting and the issues involved with it, such as societal and individual risks and benefits.
Describes the life and achievements of the Los Angeles Dodgers' star catcher and power-hitter who was voted National League Rookie of the Year in 1993.
Tells the life story of quarterback Peyton Manning, describing his admiration of his father, a New Orleans Saints quarterback; his college football years; his charity work; and the Indianapolis Colts' 2007 Super Bowl victory.
