"When Candace Parker beat out all the boys at the McDonald's All-American slam dunk contest in 2004, she became the first female player to win the event. In the years that followed, Parker's list of achievements became long and ever-growing. She was WNBA rookie of the year, a two-time WNBA most valuable player, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and more. Parker is also a mother, broadcaster, and role model. Discover more about Parker's amazing life...

"Describes each of the teams in the NFL, including players, coaches, history, and fun facts"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes each of the teams in the NHL, including players, coaches, history, and fun facts"--Provided by publisher.

"Wayne Gretzky skated down and shattered many of pro hockey's best-known records, and ever since superstars such as Mario Lemieux, Sidney Crosby, and Alex Ovechkin have pursued his amazing marks. Here are hockey's greatest records and the stories of the players who have held, chased, and broken them"--Amazon.com.

Provides teen athletes with tips and exercises to build their endurance.

"An informative narration of the San Antonio Spurs professional basketball team's history from its 1967 founding as the Dallas Chaparrals to today, spotlighting memorable players and events"--

"Introduces readers to pro football's biggest event, the Super Bowl, and to the greatest and most remembered plays in the first 50 championship games"--

"A survey of the highlights and legendary athletes--such as Jamaican Usain Bolt--of the Olympic sport of track and field, which has been part of the modern Summer Games since 1896" -Provided by Publisher. Highlights track and field athletes who have competed in summer Olympics.

Speed and agility are important in almost any sport. But to get faster, you don't have to resort to getting on the treadmill. Use these quick and easy exercises to gain an extra step downfield for a pass, to zoom around the bases, or to skate at a breakneck pace. With a little speed training, you'll soon blow past your opponents!

"An informative narration of the New York Knicks professional basketball team's history from its 1946 founding to today, spotlighting memorable players and reliving dramatic events"--