Sabino, David

"It's game day, and readers of Match Point are given a court-side view of the serves and volleys that make up a tennis match. Along the way, they'll learn all about the history of tennis dating all the way back to France in the 16th century! A special section in the back of the book is chock-full of even more facts about the game and its storied history and players. It is custom-made for the fan who loves all things tennis!"--.

"Books in the GAME DAY series give readers a behind the scenes peek at their favorite sports, told from the point of view of a professional insider. This book is all about Olympic swimming/diving"--.

An ice hockey referee describes what he does on game day.

A hockey official named Joe explains the rules, regulations, gear, and other aspects of the sport of hockey, including how the game is scored and how the ice arena is maintained. Includes a glossary and a list of facts about important players and game statistics.

Provides an introduction to the game of basketball, covering the rules of the game, how the court is laid out, and how the players practice and prepare for games.

Takes young readers behind the scenes of a Major League Baseball game before the game begins. Includes a glossary.

Michelle, an equipment manager for a soccer team, introduces young readers to the game of soccer, describing rules, equipment, and game play.