Seattle Sports

Seattle Sports
Author: Terry Anne Scott
Publisher: University of Arkansas Press
Total Pages: 299
Release: 2020-08-17
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1610757238

Seattle Sports: Play, Identity, and Pursuit in the Emerald City, edited by Terry Anne Scott, explores the vast and varied history of sports in this city where diversity and social progress are reflected in and reinforced by play. The work gathered here covers Seattle’s professional sports culture as well as many of the city’s lesser-known figures and sports milestones. Fresh, nuanced takes on the Seattle Mariners, Supersonics, and Seahawks are joined by essays on gay softball leagues, city court basketball, athletics in local Japanese American communities during the interwar years, ultimate, the fierce women of roller derby, and much more. Together, these essays create a vivid portrait of Seattle fans, who, in supporting their teams—often in rain, sometimes in the midst of seismic activity—check the country’s implicit racial bias by rallying behind outspoken local sporting heroes.

The Great Book of Seattle Sports Lists

The Great Book of Seattle Sports Lists
Author: Mike Gastineau
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 578
Release: 2010-10
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1458779742

With loyal fans supporting their major sports teams in the Seahawks (NFL), Mariners (MLB) - plus a rabid fan base for University of Washington jocks - Seattle is a great place for a sports debate. Local sports-radio talker Mike Gastineau teams up with longtime sportswriters Steve Rudman and Art Thiel to bring Seattle sports history to life with this provocative and enjoyable - not to mention debatable - book of lists. They also enlist list contributions by famous players, coaches, and Seattle celebrities including Mike Holmgren, Matt Hasselbeck, Ichiro Suzuki, George Karl, Pearl Jam, Kevin Calabro, Sir Mix-a-Lot, and more.

Seattle Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks
Author: Allan Morey
Publisher: Amicus Ink
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-08-28
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781681523316

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Seattle Seahawks. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout

Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout
Author: Kirby Arnold
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 168358287X

Larry Andersen, Richie Zisk, and Joe Simpson made sure that everywhere bewildered manager Rene Lachemann went during the 1982 season, some Jell-O was sure to follow—from his hotel bathroom sink, tub, and toilet (filled to the brim) to a postgame can of beer. Jay Buhner, one of the stars in the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 “Refuse to Lose” season, maintained the team's proud, prank-filled history well into the ’90s with his “blurping”—vomiting on command. It’s a good thing Mariners players had senses of humor, because for many years the play on the field wasn't going to keep their spirits high, as the team lost a combined 202 games over their first two seasons. Twelve consecutive losing campaigns later, they finally posted a winning record in 1991. Four years later, they won their first division title and then their first playoff series. This reissue of Tales from the Seattle Mariners Dugout, now newly revised, chronicles Seattle's rise from a hopeless and hapless franchise in the 1970s and ’80s to a proud team in the 1990s that went on to capture three division championships and earn four playoff appearances. It’s a must-read walk down memory lane for every fan of the team. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Walk On

Walk On
Author: Ben Malcolmson
Publisher: Multnomah
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2018-07-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0735291276

In this true, compelling account of perseverance and hope from Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll's assistant, a young journalist walks on to a top-ranked USC football team and, guided by his faith, shares God's love, launching him on an unexpected journey with an amazing outcome. Had anyone told Ben Malcolmson that he'd someday be a wide receiver on the national champion USC football team--after not playing football since an unfortunate fifth-grade Pop Warner experience--he would have called them crazy. As a reporter for The Daily Trojan, in the spirit of George Plimpton, he participated in walk-on tryouts for the team and was dumbfounded to find himself listed on the roster. His position on the team never amounted to much in a game-time contribution, but Ben felt strongly that his faith was inextricably linked to his purpose. He felt called to anonymously place Bibles in each USC teammate locker on Christmas Eve--to resounding indifference and rejection from his friends. It wasn't until three years later, when his role at USC had led to a role with Coach Pete Carroll at the Seahawks organization, that an old friend connected with Ben and told him that one of the Bibles had captivated the heart of a teammate in the three days before his death. With a humble spirit dedicated to consistent acts of discipleship, Ben Malcolmson is an authentic voice for the power of simple obedience and trust, for what can happen when a believer allows God to work in a life. Walk On is the result of God using his faithful people to work in the lives of others.

The Story of the Seattle Seahawks

The Story of the Seattle Seahawks
Author: Jim Whiting
Publisher: Bigfoot Books
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781645192466

The Seahawk dives--it's a catch! Through narrative nonfiction, timelines, and Fun Facts, readers will engage with the history and superstars of the Seattle Seahawks like never before.

Win Forever

Win Forever
Author: Pete Carroll
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2011-08-02
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1101548398

"I know that I'll be evaluated in Seattle with wins and losses, as that is the nature of my profession for the last thirty-five years. But our record will not be what motivates me. Years ago I was asked, 'Pete, which is better: winning or competing?' My response was instantaneous: 'Competing. . . because it lasts longer.'" Pete Carroll is one of the most successful coaches in football today. As the head coach at USC, he brought the Trojans back to national prominence, amassing a 97-19 record over nine seasons. Now he shares the championship-winning philosophy that led USC to seven straight Pac-10 titles. This same mind-set and culture will shape his program as he returns to the NFL to coach the Seattle Seahawks. Carroll developed his unique coaching style by trial and error over his career. He learned that you get better results by teaching instead of screaming, and by helping players grow as people, not just on the field. He learned that an upbeat, energetic atmosphere in the locker room can coexist with an unstoppable competitive drive. He learned why you should stop worrying about your opponents, why you should always act as if the whole world is watching, and many other contrarian insights. Carroll shows us how the Win Forever philosophy really works, both in NCAA Division I competition and in the NFL. He reveals how his recruiting strategies, training routines, and game-day rituals preserve a team's culture year after year, during championship seasons and disappointing seasons alike. Win Forever is about more than winning football games; it's about maximizing your potential in every aspect of your life. Carroll has taught business leaders facing tough challenges. He has helped troubled kids on the streets of Los Angeles through his foundation A Better LA. His words are true in any situation: "If you want to win forever, always compete."

Becoming Big League

Becoming Big League
Author: Bill (William) Mullins
Publisher: University of Washington Press
Total Pages: 361
Release: 2013-06-18
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0295804734

Becoming Big League is the story of Seattle's relationship with major league baseball from the 1962 World's Fair to the completion of the Kingdome in 1976 and beyond. Bill Mullins focuses on the acquisition and loss, after only one year, of the Seattle Pilots and documents their on-the-field exploits in lively play-by-play sections. The Pilots' underfunded ownership, led by Seattle's Dewey and Max Soriano and William Daley of Cleveland, struggled to make the team a success. They were savvy baseball men, but they made mistakes and wrangled with the city. By the end of the first season, the team was in bankruptcy. The Pilots were sold to a contingent from Milwaukee led by Bud Selig, who moved the franchise to Wisconsin and rechristened the team the Brewers. Becoming Big League describes the character of Seattle in the 1960s and 1970s, explains how the operation of a major league baseball franchise fits into the life of a city, charts Seattle's long history of fraught stadium politics, and examines the business of baseball. Watch the trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hwhl5sLoQs&list=UUge4MONgLFncQ1w1C_BnHcw&index=1&feature=plcp

Sea-Fence!

Sea-Fence!
Author: Lorin Sandretzky
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2014-11-22
Genre: Sports spectators
ISBN: 9781503257221

Hi! I'm Big Lo. You may have seen me around CenturyLink Field, or maybe at some other sports event. My nickname is Big Lo because I'm kind of a big guy! Actually, Sam Perkins, the former Seattle SuperSonic, dubbed me Big Lo. I'm 6'8", and these days I weigh 365 pounds, but I wasn't always this thin. I'll tell you all about that later in this book, but for now what I really want to say is that I'm glad you're reading this because I think there's a lot of good stuff in here, not just about me, but also about our Seattle teams. I'll bet you and I are similar in a lot of ways, because we both like sports, and we love our teams and the athletes on those teams, and somehow sports mean a lot to you, just like they do to me. You and I, we have the power, Fan Power, and what that means to me is that we can do good for our teams, and just as importantly, we can do good for our communities and ourselves. When you read this book, you'll see what I mean. Just to let you know, this book is not only about me. It's also about you and me, and what we can do to help each other, help those around us, and to make the lives of the people we meet better in every way we can. You and I, we have passion, and lots of energy! With that power and strength come the opportunity and even the obligation to bring goodness, health, support, and love to the people we know and the people we don't know who need our love and support. I used to be a hellion, but everything changed for me as I got older and smarter. This is my story, but it's really about all of us because I believe each one of us has a story of challenge, change, and the chance to grow better and brighter.Thank you for reading my story. If you see me in the stands, or at a fundraising event, or on the street, please come up and say hi. I'd love to meet you and shake your hand.Best wishes today and always, Big Lo.