American football Books

A lack of 'sustainability thinking' is evident at the heart of many of the problems that football faces today; from the huge amounts of money that clubs seem compelled to spend on what are often short-term gains - and the speculation, debt and...

When his godson suffers a catastrophic injury in a high school football game, lawyer Jake Lassiter sues to abolish the sport and becomes the most hated man in Miami. At the same time, the former NFL linebacker battles CTE, the fatal brain disease caused...

Larry Cole was an NFL player who played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1968 to 1981. He played during an exciting era of professional football. Joe Namath won the Super Bowl his rookie year. Monday Night Football started a couple of years later to sellout...

Tupande Kileleni: Lets Climb to the Summit Together is the compelling story of Africas first American football game, the Global Kilimanjaro Bowl, and how dedicated teams of individuals from Iowa, USA, Mexico, and Tanzania were brought together to make...

If the Queen of England is in the Buckingham Palace, then David Beckham lives in the Beckingham Palace! In this book, your child will be learning about professional football with David Beckham. Giving your child resources that discuss sports will help...

Over a memorable eight-season run (1956-1964), Ara Parseghian transformed the Northwestern University football program from a cellar-dweller in the Big Ten Conference to a nationally known power. Before his arrival from Miami of Ohio, he had never...

Lost Treasures from the Golden Era of America’s Game: Forgotten Heroes and Legends of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, focuses on Pro Football’s forgotten stars from the glorious past. They were outstanding players who somehow slipped through the cracks of...

From 1920 to 1949, 473 Italian-Americans athletes play in college, semipro and pro football teams, men who get results:4 PRO HALL OF FAME Members20 NFL Title Winners12 NFL All-Pros7 AAFC Title Winners41 Minor Leagues Title Winners12 COLLEGE HALL OF FAME...

Football Days: Memories Of The Game And Of The Men Behind The Ball is a book written by William H. Edwards and published in 1916. The book is a collection of memories and stories about the game of football and the men who played it. Edwards, a former...

The first, definitive biography of one of the most important, controversial, and outspoken athletes of the 20th century. He intimidated people on and off the football field. He was brutal yet brilliant, narcissistic yet magnanimous, relentless yet...

Throughout my interview process for The Southern Massacre, player after player and person after person had specific memories of the 1979 Presbyterian College football team. Bruce Ollis, 1979 PC OG and Co-Captain, told how he had a banner in his high...

The Backyard Brawl celebrates the tradition, heritage, and pride of two outstanding universities: University of Pittsburgh and West Virginia University.

THE FOOTBALLING MORGAN FAMILY OF BRISTOL is the result of many years' work by the author, investigating and researching the Morgan family from North-East Bristol. They were a large and sporting family, excelling in swimming, water polo, pigeon racing and...

"Walk-On Island" is a true American success story straight from small-town Texas to big time college football. Like the best stories, it starts with a small child, some foggy dreams, and a whole lot of adversity. Terrell Douglas didn't have much chance...

" On the football field, Sean Taylor was feared by opposing teams. Off the field, he was loved by those who knew him best, as well as his many fans. Tragically, Sean was killed in a home invasion gone wrong. However, “Going Full Speed, the Sean Taylor...

Every weekend throughout the fall, McCarran airport expels thousands of people on to the Las Vegas Strip. Many of these visitors come to Las Vegas to bet on football, hoping to profit from the obsession that overtakes their weekends from September to...

Social media has forever transformed the recruiting process for college football. For coaches, it's an efficient way to connect, recruit, and collect information about players. For the players, it's a powerful and revolutionary tool to promote themselves...

This book is the outcome of an Australian Research Council (ARC)-funded project titled Assessing the Australian Football League's Racial and Religious Vilification Laws to Promote Community Harmony, Multiculturalism and Reconciliation, which investigated...

In this comprehensive guide to the sport of football, Holgate offers both novice and experienced players insights into technique, strategy, and gameplay. From running drills and pass plays to defensive formations and special teams, this book has...

A guide to the game of football written by legendary coach Frank W. Cavanaugh. The book covers everything from basic rules and strategies to more advanced concepts like play-calling and game-planning.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Jose Mourinho Attacking Sessions is the first in a series ofbooks which provide you with a blueprint of how to attack and scoregoals like the world's best teams.Michail is a UEFA 'A' license coach and has provided a full and extensiveanalysis of Real...

" I am sure you will find this an enjoyable and insightful read. As coaches we should always look to challenge ourselves and I believe this book will challenge your thinking and help you think practically when you are out on the grass working with your...

Do you like donating your hard earned money each year to your friends or even complete strangers? If the answer is NO then Win at Fantasy Football is the book for you. Over seven million people played fantasy football last year, and that number will...

You used to turn on a television set and you'd see Reggie White in a green uniform and you'd say, "Oh, the Eagles are playing." Or you'd see Joe Montana in a red uniform under the center and you'd say, "Oh, the 49ers are playing." But now you have to...

In this book you'll find 20 soccer games that will ensure your players are engaged and enjoying themselves while still developing their essential soccer skills. Lots of positivity and encouragement is key when coaching kids soccer! And these Christmas...

"Mastering Your Hudl Highlight Reel: A Comprehensive Guide to College Football Recruiting." The introduction touches on the author Tori Gurley personal recruitment journey and the evolution of recruiting technology. It emphasizes the importance of a...

David Picken was born in England but spent most of his adult life in Hong Kong and Australia and, like many Australian football fans, promised himself that if Australia made it to the 2006 World Cup in Germany - he'd be there. The Time of...

The focus of this innovative book is to reveal how the best teams and coaches in the world score goals, and provide training sessions for you to coach your team to be more efficient in creating chances and scoring goals.All of the 304 Goals from the...

2011 reprint of the 1962 edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. "Considered the bible of scouting techniques" according to the Los Angeles Times, Football Scouting Methods explains the basic...

Think you know about Rangers? Put your knowledge to the test with this collection of quizzes on the legends of Ibrox.The book covers the whole history of the Glasgow giants, including league and cup glory, memorable European nights, the amazing...

Football is a microcosm of the world. A varsity football game may seem like a high-pressure situation, but when you compare it to the life experiences, these young men will need to navigate their way through; football is an excellent tool to learn skills...

Travel through the 1930s with author Scott Fisher and relive the amazing story of the 1939 Iowa football season. Told through the eyes of many of those who were there - players, fans, opponents - this story brings back to life the grueling season of...

For many years, the football transfer window has been a dominant topic in news columns, with fans increasingly glued to social media for updates on their clubs. The Boot Room delves into the intricacies of the transfer window, tracing its evolution from...

This book recounts the inspiring story of Yale University's acquisition of the coveted 'Harvard-Yale Wooden Spoon,' awarded annually to the loser of the football game between the two prestigious Ivy League universities. Hyde masterfully captures the...

"Richie’s story and book lit a fire within me. His drive, passion, and relentless will to succeed was reminiscent of my time at Notre Dame. At 5’7” and 155 pounds, Richie overcame the obstacles and the naysayers to earn a full SEC...

It has been eight years since Texas Tech University fired Mike Leach, its most successful football coach ever. Double T Double Cross released two years later, exposed the backroom deals behind his dismissal. Now Double Take reveals what has happened to...