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1	Bill James Handbook more books like this by B James This complete annual baseball reference guide includes an extensive glossary with math formulas for determining the multitude of statistics now used in baseball, new pitcher projections, new base running analysis, hitter projections, team efficiency summary, player win-shares, and managers' records. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £5.46! \| first editions
2	Successful Coaching more books like this by Rainer Martens "Successful Coaching" is an introduction to the art and science of coaching. It includes information on developing a positive coaching philosophy; applying the principles of coaching assimilated from the fields of sport psychology, sport pedagogy, and sport physiology; and using sport management skills effectively. While retaining much of the ... see all copies from £2.83! new only from £8.17! \| first editions
3	The New Toughness Training for Sports: Mental Emotional Physical Conditioning from 1 World's Premier Sports Psychologis more books like this by James E Loehr, Dan Jansen (Adapted by), Chris Evert (Adapted by) The famed trainer of Jim Courier, Martina Navratilova, Ray Mancini and Dan Jansen writes about his latest toughening techniques, and draws on the most recent scientific studies available, including new programs and goals for both professional and amateur athletes. With an emphasis on flexibility, strength, and resiliency, Loehr's toughness ... see all copies from £6.11! new only from £10.07!
4	Golf my way more books like this by Jack Nicklaus Bringing to the book the same devoted concentration and intelligence that have carried him to the pinnacle of golf, Nicklaus offers in-depth, A-Z details on the game as he plays it. Illustrations, many in color. see all copies from £1.60! new only from £8.16! \| signed copies \| first editions
5	Sports in America more books like this by James A Michener "A comprehensive, controversial examination of sports as a major force in American life." Los Angeles TimesThere is a crisis in American sports, and it's getting worse. Drugs, violence, and the corrupting effects of money and fame. Even before these problems made national headlines, master writer James A. Michener was growing concerned about the ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £15.48! \| signed copies \| first editions
6	ESPN Sports Almanac more books like this by Gerry Brown (Editor), Mike Morrison (Editor) From record holders to champions, auto racing to the Iditarod, ballparks, business news, and Who's Who to the dearly departed athletes of the year past, the "ESPN Sports Almanac" serves up vital information with hundreds of photos, thousands of tables, countless facts and figures, plus expert analysis from ESPNUs most popular personalities. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £5.46!
7	The Complete Book of the Olympics more books like this by David Wallechinsky Contained with the pages of this encyclopaedic book is anything anyone could ever need or want to know about the modern Olympic Games. It provides a complete statistical record since the founding of the modern Games in 1896 - from medals won to times, distances or scores recorded by the top eight competitors in all events, whether they be Olympic ... see all copies from £2.01! new only from £14.94! \| first editions
8	No Cheering in the Press Box more books like this by Jerome Holtzman The "Golden Age of Sports," roughly the period between the two world wars, is brought to life in these interviews of 25 sportswriters by Jerome Holtzman. The reporters interviewed include Red Smith, Paul Gallico, Shirley Povich, Ford Frick, and Jimmy Cannon. see all copies from £6.47! first editions
9	The Encyclopedia of Surfing more books like this by Matt Warshaw Now in paperback and updated to include forty new entries, this "leviathan of surf literature" (Surfing magazine) is a remarkable collection of expert knowledge, spine-tingling stories, and little-known trivia. With 1,500 alphabetical entries and 300 illustrations, The Encyclopedia of Surfing is the most comprehensive review of the people, places, ... see all copies from £6.45! new only from £10.33! \| first editions
10	Sports Encyclopedia: Baseball more books like this by David S Neft In time for the start of the new baseball season comes "The Sports Encyclopedia Baseball 2007". Packed with statistics and history and organised by year, this information packed book is all a baseball fan needs to follow their favourite team's, or any team's, seasonal history, complete with season summaries and players' totals. The perfect book ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £6.37! \| first editions
11	Principles and Practice of Sport Management more books like this by Lisa Pike Masteralexis, Jd, Carol A Barr, PH.D., Mary A Hums Thorough, practical, and lively, this book lays the groundwork for students as they study and prepare for successful careers in sport management. see all copies from £7.48! new only from £28.90! \| first editions
12 view cover	The ESPN Baseball Encyclopedia more books like this by Gary Gillette (Editor), Pete Palmer (Editor), Peter Gammons (Foreword by) This baseball lover's ultimate guide features totally revised and up-to-date statistics and every active major league player's updated numbers. see all copies from £7.44! new only from £13.31!
13 view cover	Contemporary Sport Management more books like this by Janet B Parks (Editor), Jerome Quarterman (Editor) This text is aimed at students studying sport management, exercise, fitness management and athletic training. It should teach aspiring sport managers about this rapidly expanding field, enabling them to define sport management and discuss the scope of opportunities the sport industry presents. Thorough discussions on the major challenges ... see all copies from £4.60! new only from £8.86! \| first editions
14 view cover	Cindy Reid's Ultimate Guide to Golf for Women more books like this by Cindy Reid, Steve Eubanks Covering everything from driving, putting, and overall course management to fitness, fashion, and etiquette, "Cindy Reid's Ultimate Guide to Golf for Women" promises better scores, increased confidence--and most of all, greater enjoyment. Full-color photos. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £5.81! \| signed copies \| first editions
15 view cover	The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots & Ropework more books like this by Geoffrey Budworth The long and important history of knots is impressive. There are several thousand knots in existence and an infinite number of variations of them. In this book, some 200 carefully chosen knots are explained and illustrated in step-by-step detail to challenge those new to knot tying and even teach experienced knot tiers new skills. "The Ultimate ... see all copies from £9.56! new only from £15.86!
16 view cover	The Fly Fisher's Illustrated Dictionary more books like this by Darrel Martin, Ted Leeson (Foreword by) THE FLY FISHER'S ILLUSTRATED DICTIONARY contains more than 350 explanations of flyfishing terms and phrases, including fly tying, entomology, historic equipment, and angling methods-illustrated with more than 150 drawings and photographs. The entries are listed alphabetically, and are supported by anecdote and often by photographs or drawings. ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £5.46! \| first editions
17 view cover	The Official Rules of Major League Baseball more books like this by Triumph Books (Creator) Completely updated, the 2004 edition covers all aspects of the game, including the batter, pitcher, the umpire, putting the ball in play, and starting and ending the game. see all copies from £2.73! new only from £6.80!
18 view cover	McClane's New Standard Fishing Encyclopedia and International Angling Guide, more books like this by A J McClane All methods of fresh and saltwater fishing are covered in more than 6,000 entries, drawings, charts, diagrams, and step-by-step illustrated lessons. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £55.96! \| first editions
19 view cover	Rules of the Game: The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of All the Sports of the World more books like this by Diagram Group Over 2500 illustrations in full color, including 400 events, over 150 sports American Football; Basketball; Baseball; Ice Hockey; Volleyball; Soccer; Team Handball; Softball; Rounders; Cricket; Lacrosse; Hurling; Shinty; Synchronized Swimming; Water Polo; Surfing; Diving; Rowing; Yacht Racing; Speed Skating; Figure Skating; Alpine Skiing; ... see all copies from £2.01! new only from £11.59! \| first editions
20 view cover	Making Sense of Sports more books like this by Ernest Cashmore Ellis Cashmore's unique, multidisciplinary introduction to sport studies is completely revised, updated and enhanced to reflect the changing character of contemporary sport. Among the questions addressed in this new fourth edition, Cashmore discusses: cyborgization - will the human body be re-designed to meet athletic needs just as cosmetic ... see all copies from £2.00! new only from £16.58!
21 view cover	Awaken the Olympian Within more books like this by John Naber (Editor) Without exception, the athletes who contributed these chapters have addressed groups, large and small, in their collective mission to share the power and relevance of their Olympic experiences. The message hidden just beneath the surface of each chapter is that Olympic champions are not extraordinary people, rather, they are ordinary people who ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £13.62! \| signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	Golf My Way: The Instructional Classic, Revised and Updated more books like this by Jack Nicklaus, Jim McQueen (Illustrator), Ken Bowden GOLF MY WAY is the one book that presents a complete, in-depth, A-to-Z explanation of how this greatest of champions thinks about and plays the game. Unlike his other books, which present tips and tweaks, GOLF MY WAY gives the reader Nicklaus's entire approach, allowing the avid student to pick and choose among Jack's principles and techniques. In ... see all copies from £8.48! new only from £11.16!
23 view cover	Nolan Ryan's Pitcher's Bible: The Ultimate Guide to Power, Precision, and Long-Term Performance more books like this by Nolan Ryan, Tom House Baseball's greatest living pitcher show how to achieve and maintain the performance level that has made him a legend. This book reveals the secrets of Nolan Ryan's success and longevity and provides a complete fitness program for pitchers to follow. Also features a special "flick book" that graphically demonstrates his pitching motion. 200 ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £10.07! \| first editions
24 view cover	Kids & Sports: Everything You and Your Child Need to Know about Sports, Physical Activity, and Good Health-A Doctor's Guide for Parents more books like this by Eric Small, M.D., Sheryl Swoopes (Foreword by) A pediatric sports medicine specialist offers a practical, easy-to-read resource on kids and sports and offers advice and answers for parents, coaches, teachers, and anyone who deals with children and fitness. 10 illustrations. see all copies from £5.46! new only from £10.24!
25 view cover	Sports: The Complete Visual Reference more books like this by Francois Fortin (Editor) Sports is a comprehensive reference to 125 amateur and professional sports, featuring classic Olympic athletic events (track and field, aquatics, gymnastics, combat sports, and equestrian events), as well as team, individual and motor sports (boxing, hockey, tennis, skiing, soccer, basketball, and Formula 1). With one thousand annotated ... see all copies from £5.46! new only from £6.13! \| first editions

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