We Had a Ball...

We Had a Ball...

Author: Nancy Hoehl Shapiro

Publisher: Hillcrest Publishing Group

Published: 2015-02-10

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1634133285

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Do you remember playing sports as a child? In Nancy Hoehl Shapiro's anthology We Had a Ball...The Indelible Influence of Youth Sports on the Game of Life contributors reflect on their time playing sports as children, and the impact this has had on them as adults. The memories provide humor, nostalgia, and lessons from their experiences. These captivating life stories are balanced by the views of current sports and medical specialists who have provided excellent insights into today's issues in youth sports, as well as guidelines for creating a safe and happy environment for children.


When Play Was Play

When Play Was Play

Author: Ronald Bishop

Publisher: State University of New York Press

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 1438426313

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When Play Was Play offers a fascinating look at the disappearing world of childhood pick-up games. Drawing on his own experiences as well as a wealth of interviews and surveys, Ronald Bishop tells why these loosely structured games mattered—camaraderie, opportunities to develop social skills, and independence from the world of adults. Bishop contrasts his and others' childhoods with the experiences of today's overscheduled and overcommitted youth who find much of their time taken up by organized sports and other highly supervised activities. When Play Was Play celebrates memories of a past era, when kids were free to explore their neighborhoods, had time to throw together an afternoon game of stickball, and spent much of their lives playing outside just for the sake of playing.


The Right Moves

The Right Moves

Author: Irv Leifer

Publisher: Author House

Published: 2013-10-02

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1491802065

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WHAT OTHER COACHES SAY ABOUT IRV LEIFER Irv is a positive influence on the young people he works with and has a great ability to communicate with and motivate them. With Irv you are getting a guy who coaches for the right reasons: the day-to-day involvement with young people and the opportunity to watch them improve. MIKE BREY, HEAD BASKETBALL COACH, NOTRE DAME I have two sons, and Irv is one of a handful of coaches that I would trust to coach my own. STEW MORRILL, HEAD BASKETBALL COACH, UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY Irv Leifer prepares his players as well as anybody in the country. BOB SCHERMERHORN, HEAD COACH, HOLY CROSS COLLEGE


Author: Lou Petrucci

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2006-02-01

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 0595380581

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Nicky Palmieri, self-conscious and resentful over the scars left from cleft-palate surgery, learns lessons about life, death, friendship, and family over the course of one baseball-filled summer.


You Were Always There

You Were Always There

Author: Danielle Kartes

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2022-05-03

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1728243882

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"In ten years of tender lessons, I have learned to hear this message: You were always there. You never left. You were never not you. Now walk with me a while and uncover that girl again. She's not far." When we face setbacks and obstacles, it's easy to feel alone and unsure of who we are. At some point, we've all felt like we have lost our identities entirely. Drawing from her own life-changing disasters and surprising blessings, former restaurateur and up-and-coming cooking maven Danielle Kartes serves up perfectly portioned stories to remind us we are never truly lost. With the decadent warmth of a Brown Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake, You Were Always There assures us that our even most challenging moments have their own glory. Mixing anecdotes of motherhood, cooking, and chasing your dreams with delicious, comforting recipes, You Were Always There is a devotional memoir that will inspire love, faith, and patience through the growing seasons of life. Take a little time each day to indulge in this conversation, reflect as you cook something delicious, and love yourself exactly where you are. Here, the sweet is always generously folded into the sour, great joy shares space with great sorrow, and we learn that every single moment in our lives is worth savoring. You Were Always There is an uplifting, life-affirming book that will become a new favorite for readers of bestselling authors like Joanna Gaines, Shauna Niequist, and Brené Brown.


The Cry That No One Heard

The Cry That No One Heard

Author: Andrea Lynn

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2011-09-09

Total Pages: 688

ISBN-13: 1465360271

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As the years went by I didnt think about how much yell was putting me down until we had moved to Louisiana and then back to Oregon. You call yourself a mother and in your heart you could never do wrong. What kind of a mother would do that to her own daughter? You all would always tell me that I did not belong with you guys well you know youre right I dont belong to none of you. So you know all of you guys were wrong in what you have done. One day I will find my children.


Concussions and Our Kids

Concussions and Our Kids

Author: Robert C. Cantu

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 0547773943

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From America's preeminent expert on the head trauma crisis in sports, a timely, provocative, essential guide to concussions in youth sports--what they are, how to treat them, and how to protect our young athletes.


Knack Coaching Youth Soccer

Knack Coaching Youth Soccer

Author: D. W. Crisfield

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2009-08-04

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 159921833X

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Each spring and fall, hundreds of thousands of kids across North America join local recreation department soccer teams—and thousands of unprepared adults are drafted as coaches. Similarly, every summer, camp counselors are expected to play soccer with children from age five to fifteen. Knack Coaching Youth Soccer applies the unique quick-reference, visually organized Knack format to present a season’s worth of plans, exercises, strategies, and tips to help coaches avoid embarrassment, have fun, and leave kids with the happiest experience possible. It addresses the different levels of coaching, both by age and by league. And it expertly covers soccer mechanics, strategy, and coaching philosophy, and provides extensive examples of drills and games for practices. Its 450 full-color photos plus charts and diagrams are complemented by easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of ideas for creating a winning team. • 450 full-color photos • Charts and diagrams • Kindergarten to middle school • Covers soccer both for boys and for girls


Modern Manners for Moms & Dads

Modern Manners for Moms & Dads

Author: Sarah Davis

Publisher: Mango Media Inc.

Published: 2020-10-27

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1642503320

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A humorous etiquette guide for parents of young kids full of real-world advice on how to handle everyday embarrassing moments. When you’re raising kids, you’re thrown into dilemmas you could never have dreamed up. A diaper disaster in the middle seat during take-off. Naked baby bath photos your mother-in-law posts online without permission. An unexpected gift that leads to a tantrum in front of the gift-giver. How can you turn these into opportunities to be an A+ parent and friend, role model, and member of your community? Authors Sarah Davis, Ed.D., and Evie Granville, M.Ed., are educators, manners mavens, and creators of a blog and podcast dedicated to parenting etiquette. Their two families total six young kids. Modern Manners unpacks the complicated social code for parents of kids ages zero to five. Discover a public parenting style within a unique framework, analyze your gut reactions to sticky situations, and choose a course of action that balances the needs of parent, child and others. Written by and for busy parents, this guide includes parenting tips, lists, charts, pop quizzes, personal anecdotes, and practical advice. Get child rearing guidance from real experts on: Leading your family with kindness and awareness Setting a good example (and realistic expectations) for little ones Maintaining friendships and good communication Praise for Modern Manners for Moms & Dads “This book is a perfect new-parent gift. A must-read . . . . Evie and Sarah do an amazing job of giving you the framework needed to feel confident in your personal parenting situation.” —Heather Chauvin, TEDx speaker, podcaster, coach, and author of Dying to be a Good Mother Evie and Sarah bring such a bright, new take on “parenting books,” which usually focus on the child. This book takes EVERYONE into account. A must-read based on research, studies, and years of experience.” —Eli Weinstein, licensed master social worker, podcaster, and creator of ELIvation The publisher issues a notice regarding a design error occurring in the chart “Is Your Kid Too Sick to Leave the House?” on page 77 of the print book (chapter 2 in the eBook). The chart should advise against leaving the house with a child with a temperature of 100.4 and above. As stated by the authors, this book is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. The reader should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to their health (and their children's) and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The authors and publisher advise readers to take full responsibility for their safety.


On the Fly

On the Fly

Author: Catherine Gayle

Publisher: Bons Mots, Inc.

Published: 2014-02-17

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 0989674460

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USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Being sidelined for far too long due to injuries, Portland Storm player Brenden “Soupy” Campbell is ready to take his career to the next level and make his new position on the team stick. After he meets the general manager’s cute new assistant, Brenden knows he’s right where he’s supposed to be. Determined to change things up On the Fly and establish a future for herself and her children, Rachel Shaw jumps at the opportunity to work for the Storm. She’s not going to let anything—or anyone—get in her way, especially not a sexy and overly cocky hockey star. But when Brenden pulls out all the stops and turns on the charm, Rachel refuses to make the same mistake twice. Now, it’s up to Brenden to cement his spot—both on the team and in Rachel’s heart. The Portland Storm series reading order: 1. Breakaway 2. On the Fly 3. Taking a Shot 4. Light the Lamp 5. Delay of Game 6. Double Major 7. In the Zone 8. Holiday Hat Trick 9. Comeback 10. Dropping Gloves 11. Home Ice 12. Mistletoe Misconduct 13. Losing an Edge 14. Game Breaker 15. Defensive Zone - releasing on February 9, 2017 16. Power Play - releasing on May 25, 2017 17. Neutral Zone - releasing October 19, 2017 The Portland Storm series is a hockey romance series, but it is about a lot more than just hockey. Serious themes are explored in each book, including rape, cancer, addiction, miscarriage, molestation, grief, and many others. If you have triggers, please be aware that some or all of these books could contain material which would trigger you. Even if you don't have triggers, consider this your tissue warning. You could ugly cry while reading them. KEYWORDS: sports romance, hockey romance, athlete, tearjerker, emotional romance, family, molestation, jock