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Her Story: Powerful Female Athletes
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All the things we never knew
by Liara Tamani
A seemingly idyllic romance between rising basketball stars Carli and Rex is challenged by Carli’s secret distaste for the game, her parents’ crumbling marriage and a lack of family affection that causes Rex to doubt himself. 50,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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The knockout
by Sajni Patel
When seventeen-year-old Kareena Thakkar finally admits she is a top-level Muay Thai fighter, knowing that might further alienate her from her Indian community, her classmates, especially handsome Amit, enthusiastically support her
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Break the fall
by Jennifer Iacopelli
Recovering from a near-paralyzing surgery before landing a spot on the U.S. Olympics gymnastics team, a teen navigating a new relationship and impossible pressure risks everything to support a teammate who has been abused by a trusted person. Simultaneous eBook.
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Furia
by Yamile Saied Méndez
Seventeen-year-old Camila Hassan, a rising soccer star in Rosario, Argentina, dreams of playing professionally, in defiance of her fathers' wishes and at the risk of her budding romance with Diego
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Cold day in the sun
by Sara. Biren
Preferring to distinguish herself as an athlete and not just a girl, Holland develops an inconvenient crush on her hockey captain and gains unwanted notoriety when their school is featured on a televised event that focuses on her as the only female on an all-boys team. 20,000 first printing.
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Breath like water
by Anna Jarzab
Becoming famous for her early swimming talents, Susannah finds her Olympics dreams challenged by an injury, a new coach’s revolutionary training strategies and an unexpected romance with a charming fellow athlete. 35,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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We Are the Wildcats
by Siobhan Vivian
A tale spanning 24 hours and the diverse perspectives of six insiders follows the efforts of a group of high school female athletes who turn the tables on a coach who seeks to reclaim the toxic glory of his own student years.
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Up for air
by Laurie Morrison
Learning disabilities make school painful for Annabelle, thirteen, but a summer of swimming with the high school team is fantastic until a prank goes wrong, spoiling everything
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Thrill Seekers : 15 Remarkable Women in Extreme Sports
by Ann Mccallum Staats
What is the allure of the extreme? Who are the women who seek out and excel at sports outside the conventional, such as cave diving, wingsuit flying, or Formula 1 racing? Thrill Seekers introduces readers to a diverse and fascinating selection of women whose determination, grit, and courage have propelled each of them into a life far from the sidelines. Each chapter introduces readers to modern role models and leaders, change-makers who opt into a life of risk--but one of astonishing rewards. Their stories inspire young people to approach life with the same bold resolve.
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Proud : living my American dream
by Ibtihaj Muhammad
Shares the life story of the Olympic fencer, including how she overcame feeling out of place in her sport and how she became the first American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab
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My corner of the ring: a memoir from a champ
by Jesselyn Silva
Olympic boxing hopeful Jesselyn Silva shares the ringside story of her life while inspiring girls to be true to themselves, persevere and follow their dreams in the face of adversity, bullying and exclusion. Simultaneous eBook.
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My shot : balancing it all and standing tall
by Elena Delle Donne
The professional basketball player and 2016 Olympic gold medalist shares her inspirational story of overcoming the challenges of competitive sports through balancing hard work and the support of family.
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Bravey : chasing dreams, befriending pain, and other big ideas
by Alexi Pappas
The award-winning writer, filmmaker and Olympic athlete describes her childhood embrace of female role models in the aftermath of her mother’s suicide, detailing the hard work, unrelenting resolve and private depression that challenged her own ambitions. Illustrations.
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An Encyclopedia of Women’s Wrestling : 100 Profiles of the Strongest in the Sport
by Latoya Ferguson
Women's pro wrestling has existed in the USA since the 1930s, and this colorful encyclopedia references the fashion, fun, and drama of the sport through the years and around the world. Focusing on 100 competitors--from current faves Sasha Banks and Charlotte Flair, to Germany's Jazzy Gabert, Japan's Io Shirai, and Canada's LuFisto, to legends like The Fabulous Moolah, Sable, Ivory, and Lita--it includes relevant stats and each one's compelling story. Written by noted authority LaToya Ferguson, this engaging history is great for anyone interested in powerful women, fantastic costumes, and pro wrestling itself.
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Simone Biles
by Geoff Blackwell
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles is an example of bravery, resilience, and persistence. Looking back at her incredible career, she details her entry into gymnastics at just six years old and her rise to becoming the most decorated American gymnast of all time. With candor, she discusses her daily disciplines, the importance of speaking up and why female empowerment matters. Easily relatable, Biles is a role model for any young person, demonstrating the importance of ambition, strength, and self-belief.
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