The Best Book of Football Facts & Stats

The Best Book of Football Facts & Stats
Author: John Mehno
Publisher:
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2003
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781552977682

A comprehensive look at football history with statistics through the 2001-2002 season. Includes a who's who of players and coaches, summaries of the greatest games, statistical leaders and award winners, and more.

The Great Book of Football

The Great Book of Football
Author: Bill O'Neill
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2017-08-29
Genre:
ISBN: 9781975974961

If you love sports trivia, then you'll be all in for The Great Book of Football, which is a must-read for any NFL fan out there. One of the most inclusive NFL football books on the market today, it's a treasure trove of sports stories, random facts, and the most in-depth tales of the most fascinating football players who have made the NFL what it is today. Starting with the foundation of the fledgling NFL in the 1920s and leading right up the thrilling finish at the most recent Super Bowl, The Great Book of Football highlights the best players of every era, the games that separated the boys from the men, and the off-the-field shenanigans and twists of fate that have seen the league go from Midwestern distraction to international obsession. There are lots of football books out there, but The Great Book of Football takes you inside the action from the huddle to the locker room to the draft room to the owner's box. And every chapter ends with trivia questions that are sure to stump your NFL-crazy friends at your next Sunday afternoon watch party. From Red Grange and Sammy Baugh to Tom Brady and J.J. Watt, the best of every era is highlighted, analyzed, and celebrated. Learn the secrets of the unstoppable Wing-T offense; relive Broadway Joe's Namath legendary Super Bowl guarantee; go behind enemy lines to witness the birth of Pittsburgh's Steel Curtain defense; and take pride in how players, owners, and fans have responded to America's greatest battles, from World War II to Hurricane Katrina to September 11. It doesn't matter if it's Super Bowl Sunday or the heart of the offseason, The Great Book of Football is one of those NFL football books that you just won't be able to put down.

The Best Book of Basketball Facts & Stats

The Best Book of Basketball Facts & Stats
Author: Marty Strasen
Publisher: Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2004
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781552978771

A reference guide to all National Basketball Association teams, important players, coaches, games, and statistics.

The Best Book of Hockey Facts & Stats

The Best Book of Hockey Facts & Stats
Author: Dan Weber
Publisher: Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2004
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781554070213

Over its info-packed 304 pages, The Best Book of Hockey Facts and Stats records all the players and all the important games and series-including every Stanley Cup game and every All-Star game. Also included are details of all the trophies awarded to the best players, such as the Georges Vezina for best goalie, the Art Ross Trophy, and the trophy awarded in honor of Maurice "Rocket" Richard. Player listings are loaded with information: personal stats, such as where a player was born, his height and weight, and career scoring totals and trophies won to date, plus the complete story of the player's career. The Best Book of Hockey Facts and Stats features: The teams in the NHL The Stanley Cup winners Great players Great games Famous arenas Hockey statistics Hockey records The history of professional hockey. The Best Book of Hockey Facts and Stats not only chronicles the growth of this popular sport, the authors' entertaining and readable style reveals their passion for the great game of hockey.

The Everything Kids' Football Book, 8th Edition

The Everything Kids' Football Book, 8th Edition
Author: Greg Jacobs
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2024-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1507222890

Packed with fan favorite games and puzzles, inspirational player profiles, and instructions on how to play the game, The Everything Kids’ Football Book is returning for a new season with updated stats and an all-new section on flag football. Everything kids need to know about America’s favorite sport is in this updated edition of The Everything Kids’ Football Book, 8th Edition, including expanded information on flag football. In The Everything Kids’ Football Book, 8th Edition, young fans will find dozens of interactive puzzles and games and discover current stats for all of their favorite players and teams. This book introduces football fans of all ages to the various positions they can play, teaches them the rules and history of the game, and gives them tips and tricks to develop their skills. From the first Pop Warner fame to the latest Super Bowl, this book is sure to be a touchdown for both kids and parents.

The Beautiful Game

The Beautiful Game
Author: John Andrews
Publisher: Aurum Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-06-07
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781781315842

Through stunning infographics and high-quality illustrations, the world of soccer is brought to life. Full of facts and stats, players and personalities, this is the beautiful game as you have never seen it before. Whether it is uncovering the most goals scored in an international tournament, or comparing the left-foot of the world's best players, the intriguing and often surprising truths of soccer are uncovered. From the legend-makers Brazil and their world cup wins, the tallest and shortest players to have graced the game, to pitting the top players against each others, these striking and fun infographics put the game's most intriguing questions to the test. Who has scored more from the penalty spot, Ronaldo or Messi? Which goalie has the safest hands? Who has received the most red cards?

Football Record Breakers

Football Record Breakers
Author: Aaron Jonathan Gray
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2015-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1629699136

This title will give you the story behind records held by such football stars as Peyton Manning, Emmitt Smith, Jerry Rice, and more. The title also features informative sidebars, fun facts, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

The Official NFL Record and Fact Book 2011

The Official NFL Record and Fact Book 2011
Author: Editors at the NFL
Publisher: NFL
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-07-26
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781603208871

The NFL Record and Fact Book 2011 is a must for every football fan. This popular reference book is jam-packed with all the facts and figures a football fan would ever want, including all-time records, team rosters and schedules, past standings, Super Bowl results, and more. The NFL Record and Fact Book 2011 also includes a digest of NFL rules, team directories and active and career coaching records. It is the official record and fact book for the sports media covering the NFL.

The Football Book

The Football Book
Author: DK
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2023-06-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0241643643

This is the ultimate guide for any football fan who wants to know everything about the "beautiful game" - from World Cup winners to football skills and techniques. Whether you are a keen player, a lifelong supporter, or an armchair football manager, this book illustrates every aspect of the most popular sport in the world. The Football Book reveals the story behind the game - from the history of the sport to the results of the Qatar 2022 Men's World Cup, and the build-up to the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Discover everything there is to know on football with this fantastic guide, featuring: - A fresh graphic style illustrates everything from beach football to block tackles. - Stats and fact boxes profile players, managers, fans, national teams, and club. - Special features highlight great matches, stadiums, and football culture. - "Top 5" boxes provide an alternative look at the best and worst of the game Bold step-by-step artworks and jargon-free text profile the roles of players, equipment, team formations, strategies, and individual skills, while maps, quotes, and statistics give you all of the key facts on national teams, famous club sides, and iconic players, as well as the greatest competitions around the world.

Amazing Football

Amazing Football
Author: Mike Ryan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781770857773

"Through adversity, defeat, and triumph, players like Jamaal Charles, Jason Witten, and Antonio Brown have carved a space in football history for themselves, and each one gives back to the community in ways that will benefit kids today ... The athletes featured in [this book] are [an] ... example of what can happen if you keep focused on your goals and make the right choices"--