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Athletes That Inspire Us digs into sports history and uncovers and shares some of the true gems
of the sports world, capturing the essence and caliber of some very remarkable people. Each chapter chronicles the journey
of a different athlete who reached extraordinary heights.
Readers will learn firsthand about athletes who did the unlikely
or even the "impossible," athletes who overcame enormous odds, athletes who refused to quit when things looked bad or hopeless,
athletes who exhibit tremendous character traits, and athletes whose spectacular stories are sure to inspire anyone.
The chapters in the book bear lessons about perseverance, self-belief, winning, overcoming setbacks, looking at the big
picture, challenging yourself, and much more.
From the incredible journey of basketball legend Michael Jordan, to the unbelievable accomplishments of blind mountain
climber Erik Weihenmayer, to the composure and leadership of baseball immortal Jackie Robinson, to the big game magic of four
time Super Bowl champion Joe Montana, to the fascinating career of one handed baseball pitcher Jim Abbott, to the unlikely
comeback of heavyweight boxer George Foreman, to so much more--the tremendous stories and achievements of the people profiled
in Athletes That Inspire Us are truly some of the finest in sports history. In fact, they are some
of the finest in all of history, and ones that anyone will be sure to appreciate and enjoy time and time again.
Featuring Original Illutrations by Thomas Mesenbring Field
Complete Chapter List _________________
Introduction
A Champion Emerges From the Fire: Glenn Cunningham
Enjoying Challenges: Michael Jordan
Breaking
Barriers: Jackie Robinson
Uniting the World Through Soccer: Pele
Perseverance: Rocky Bleier
Standing Tall Among Giants:
Tyrone “Muggsy” Bogues
Expanding Horizons: Erik Weihenmayer
Major League Determination: Jim Abbott
Basketball
Queen: Nancy Lieberman
Overcoming All Odds: James “Buster” Douglas
Committed to Excellence: Jerry Rice
Charlie
Hustle: Pete Rose
A Model of Pride: Aimee Mullins
Professionalism: Tiger Woods
Montana Magic: Joe Montana
Walking
Without Legs: Bob Wieland
Survivor: Kassidi Bishop
Belief: John Dykstra
Mr. Very Irrelevant: Kurt Warner
What
a Comeback!: George Foreman
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