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Eli Manning comes from a family of football stars, and he quickly earned his place among them. After winning awards for his quarterbacking skills in high school and at the University of Mississippi, Eli was the NFL's first overall draft pick in 2004. At first, the New York Giants quarterback struggled with criticism as he adjusted to the pros. However, he proved his star-worthy talent when he led his team to a thrilling victory in the 2008 Super Bowl. Learn how Eli's hard work and determination have paid off. ...
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Picked first in the 2001 draft by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Josh Hamilton wowed his fans and teammates with his pitching speed and hitting record. But by 2004, injuries and a drug problem knocked Josh off his team and out of the minor leagues. After two years, Josh returned to baseball healthy and clean. As the star centerfielder for the Texas Rangers, he shocked the world with his record-breaking performance in the 2008 Home Run Derby. Learn how Josh overcame obstacles to achieve his big-league dreams. ...
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As the best player on a San Antonio Spurs team that has won four NBA championships, Tim Duncan is one of the most successful basketball players of all time. At 6'11", Tim dominates opponents with his size. He is also one of the smartest players in the game and can beat the other team with his brain. Born and raised on the Caribbean island of St. Croix, Tim ruled in college before bringing his game to the NBA. Learn more about one of basketball's biggest stars. ...
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As one of baseball's best young hitters, Ryan Howard shows us all how living by three simple words--respect, confidence, and discipline--made him a success....
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Follow the life and career of one of soccer's most charismatic players, from his early life in England, to his historic play for Manchester United, to his arrival in America....
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When Houston Rockets center Yao Ming slam dunks the ball, millions of people across the world are watching. That's because Yao's fans in China all join in to cheer him on. In 2002, the Houston Rockets drafted Yao and brought him to the United States to play in the NBA. He quickly became one of the league's best players. When the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing in 2008, Yao played for his home country and was China's biggest star. Learn more about one of the world's most popular athletes. ...
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David Ortiz is at his best when he's surrounded by thousands of screaming baseball fans. He has led the Boston Red Sox to two World Series championships with his amazing clutch hitting. David is one of the most popular players in the game, but it hasn't always been that way. He struggled for playing time before finally getting a chance to prove himself and become a superstar. Follow the ups and downs of David's amazing career. ...
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. was born into an auto racing family. He grew to love the sport as much as his father, the legendary Dale Earnhardt, and continued driving even after his father was killed in a racing accident in 2001. Dale Jr. has carried on the Earnhardt family winning tradition. Find out more about Dale's journey to become one of the most popular auto racing drivers in the world. ...
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Tiger Woods is not just the best golfer in the world. He is also one of the biggest celebrities on the planet. But Tiger has not let success go to his head. He is still one of the hardest-working golfers on the PGA tour. Follow Tiger's career from when he first picked up a golf club at nine months old to his most recent major golf championship. ...
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In his first year of professional basketball, Chris Paul led all NBA players in steals and was named Rookie of the Year. The New Orleans Hornets' point guard is a huge star, but basketball has not always been easy for Chris. As a freshman in high school he stood just five feet tall and spent most of his team's games on the bench. But through hard work Chris soon became one of the world's best basketball players. Follow Chris's rise from his high school team's bench to the top of the NBA. ...
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Eli Manning comes from a family of football stars, and he quickly earned his place among them. After winning awards for his quarterbacking skills in high school and at the University of Mississippi, Eli was the NFL's first overall draft pick in 2004. At first, the New York Giants quarterback struggled with criticism as he adjusted to the pros. However, he proved his star-worthy talent when he led his team to a thrilling victory in the 2008 Super Bowl. Learn how Eli's hard work and determination have paid off. ...
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When Houston Rockets center Yao Ming slam dunks the ball, millions of people across the world are watching. That's because Yao's fans in China all join in to cheer him on. In 2002, the Houston Rockets drafted Yao and brought him to the United States to play in the NBA. He quickly became one of the league's best players. When the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing in 2008, Yao played for his home country and was China's biggest star. Learn more about one of the world's most popular athletes. ...
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Who would have thought that a poor kid from Rosebud, Texas, would grow up to break National Football League (NFL) records and earn the Most Valuable Player title? Success didn't come easily to San Diego Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson. But despite injury and personal loss, he's risen in the NFL ranks to become one of the most popular players of the game. LT helped turn his team into a dominating force in the league. Learn why his teammates call this determined and powerful player "Superman without the Cape." ...
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David Ortiz is at his best when he's surrounded by thousands of screaming baseball fans. He has led the Boston Red Sox to two World Series championships with his amazing clutch hitting. David is one of the most popular players in the game, but it hasn't always been that way. He struggled for playing time before finally getting a chance to prove himself and become a superstar. Follow the ups and downs of David's amazing career. ...
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Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby has been dominating the ice for most of his life. He learned to skate when he was three, and by age seven, his talent had captured the attention of newspaper reporters. In 2005, he was the number one pick in the NHL draft. Since then he has broken multiple scoring records in the pro league. Called the best in the league by his peers and fans, Sidney knows there's more to success than just skill. As captain for the Penguins, Sidney has to work hard and be a good leader. Learn more about the incredible life of one of the NHL's best players. ...
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Elected to six consecutive Pro Bowls, Brian Urlacher defines the linebacker position. As captain of the Chicago Bears' defense, Urlacher flies around the football field, searching for the next person to tackle. His quickness and strength have made him a force for quarterbacks and receivers offenses to avoid at all costs. During his career, Urlacher has logged more than 700 solo tackles and nearly 40 sacks. He's picked off 17 passes and batted down more than 50 more. Learn how this hard-working and talented athlete has become a fan favorite. ...
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Tiger Woods is not just the best golfer in the world. He is also one of the biggest celebrities on the planet. But Tiger has not let success go to his head. He is still one of the hardest-working golfers on the PGA tour. Follow Tiger's career from when he first picked up a golf club at nine months old to his most recent major golf championship. ...
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Introduces the life and accomplishments of champion baseball player Ichiro Suzuki, the first Japanese position player to switch from the Japanese League to the Major Leagues....
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. was born into an auto racing family. He grew to love the sport as much as his father, the legendary Dale Earnhardt, and continued driving even after his father was killed in a racing accident in 2001. Dale Jr. has carried on the Earnhardt family winning tradition. Find out more about Dale's journey to become one of the most popular auto racing drivers in the world. ...
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In his first year of professional basketball, Chris Paul led all NBA players in steals and was named Rookie of the Year. The New Orleans Hornets' point guard is a huge star, but basketball has not always been easy for Chris. As a freshman in high school he stood just five feet tall and spent most of his team's games on the bench. But through hard work Chris soon became one of the world's best basketball players. Follow Chris's rise from his high school team's bench to the top of the NBA. ...
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Follow the life and career of one of soccer's most charismatic players, from his early life in England, to his historic play for Manchester United, to his arrival in America....
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Describes street skating, an extreme sport in which skateboarders do tricks with their skateboards on street courses and public parks and sidewalks....
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Picked first in the 2001 draft by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Josh Hamilton wowed his fans and teammates with his pitching speed and hitting record. But by 2004, injuries and a drug problem knocked Josh off his team and out of the minor leagues. After two years, Josh returned to baseball healthy and clean. As the star centerfielder for the Texas Rangers, he shocked the world with his record-breaking performance in the 2008 Home Run Derby. Learn how Josh overcame obstacles to achieve his big-league dreams. ...
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David Ortiz is at his best when he's surrounded by thousands of screaming baseball fans. He has led the Boston Red Sox to two World Series championships with his amazing clutch hitting. David is one of the most popular players in the game, but it hasn't always been that way. He struggled for playing time before finally getting a chance to prove himself and become a superstar. Follow the ups and downs of David's amazing career. ...
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Elected to six consecutive Pro Bowls, Brian Urlacher defines the linebacker position. As captain of the Chicago Bears' defense, Urlacher flies around the football field, searching for the next person to tackle. His quickness and strength have made him a force for quarterbacks and receivers offenses to avoid at all costs. During his career, Urlacher has logged more than 700 solo tackles and nearly 40 sacks. He's picked off 17 passes and batted down more than 50 more. Learn how this hard-working and talented athlete has become a fan favorite. ...
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Introduces the life and accomplishments of basketball guard Kobe Bryant, whose high scoring game helped bring the Los Angeles Lakers three straight world championships....
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Shows big-wheeled monsters roaring down the track, crashing over rows of cars as if they were gobbling them up for breakfast. Full-color photos....
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A collection of jokes about different places....
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This completely revised and updated biography follows baseball's most controversial slugger from his early years to his achievement of the most revered record in sports--the career home run record....
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Recounts the life of race car driver Jeff Gordon, whose highly successful, record-breaking career was kicked off when he was four years old and received a quarter midget race car from his father....
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As the best player on a San Antonio Spurs team that has won four NBA championships, Tim Duncan is one of the most successful basketball players of all time. At 6'11", Tim dominates opponents with his size. He is also one of the smartest players in the game and can beat the other team with his brain. Born and raised on the Caribbean island of St. Croix, Tim ruled in college before bringing his game to the NBA. Learn more about one of basketball's biggest stars. ...
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Roger Federer may be the finest tennis player ever to set foot on a court. His steady confidence, quiet power, and graceful ground strokes have made him a tough opponent as well as a pleasure to watch. Born in Switzerland, he wowed the junior tennis world, becoming Swiss junior champion at age 12. In 2001, he started his rise to the top of the professional ranks. By 2003, Roger was ranked number one in the world and has never looked back. With twelve career Grand Slam titles, he has only Pete Sampras's record of fourteen to beat. The tennis world is watching! ...
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Roger Federer may be the finest tennis player ever to set foot on a court. His steady confidence, quiet power, and graceful ground strokes have made him a tough opponent as well as a pleasure to watch. Born in Switzerland, he wowed the junior tennis world, becoming Swiss junior champion at age 12. In 2001, he started his rise to the top of the professional ranks. By 2003, Roger was ranked number one in the world and has never looked back. With twelve career Grand Slam titles, he has only Pete Sampras's record of fourteen to beat. The tennis world is watching! ...
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Picked first in the 2001 draft by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Josh Hamilton wowed his fans and teammates with his pitching speed and hitting record. But by 2004, injuries and a drug problem knocked Josh off his team and out of the minor leagues. After two years, Josh returned to baseball healthy and clean. As the star centerfielder for the Texas Rangers, he shocked the world with his record-breaking performance in the 2008 Home Run Derby. Learn how Josh overcame obstacles to achieve his big-league dreams. ...
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A collection of jokes about different places....
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As one of baseball's best young hitters, Ryan Howard shows us all how living by three simple words--respect, confidence, and discipline--made him a success....
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Who would have thought that a poor kid from Rosebud, Texas, would grow up to break National Football League (NFL) records and earn the Most Valuable Player title? Success didn't come easily to San Diego Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson. But despite injury and personal loss, he's risen in the NFL ranks to become one of the most popular players of the game. LT helped turn his team into a dominating force in the league. Learn why his teammates call this determined and powerful player "Superman without the Cape." ...
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A biography of the Chicago Cubs outfielder who in 1998, along with Mark McGuire, broke the home run record previously set by Roger Maris....
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Tiger Woods is not just the best golfer in the world. He is also one of the biggest celebrities on the planet. But Tiger has not let success go to his head. He is still one of the hardest-working golfers on the PGA tour. Follow Tiger's career from when he first picked up a golf club at nine months old to his most recent major golf championship. ...
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Tiger Woods is not just the best golfer in the world. He is also one of the biggest celebrities on the planet. But Tiger has not let success go to his head. He is still one of the hardest-working golfers on the PGA tour. Follow Tiger's career from when he first picked up a golf club at nine months old to his most recent major golf championship. ...
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