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He’s too small, he’s too cocky, he doesn’t have the arm strength, he’s just a system quarterback. Baker Mayfield has heard every doubt from the sports world on why he wouldn’t be successful. Through it all he has continued to do what he does best, win. There are multiple sides to the Baker Mayfield story. There are the on field exploits and swagger of a kid who looks like he’s playing back yard football, there’s the trash talking team mate who has won over team after team as he has lead them to greatness, and there’s the small kid from Texas who no one ever thought would be ...

From high school football sensation to Georgia's starting quarterback, Justin Fields is a story of adversity that turned into success. His life story, packed with faith and grit, is a testament to humility and hard work and proves that anything is possible with perseverance. Fields have all the tools to be a franchise quarterback for years to come-the arm, the smarts, the poise, and the mindset. In this book, you will read about everything from his tragic childhood that molded him into a man of faith to the quarterback gurus he has been connected with since he was a teenager--which is when ...

In Aaron Donald, you’ll learn how Aaron overcame tough beginnings in his youth and working-class neighborhood to become an even tougher college football star. Before he was a pro player, Aaron was beating up kids at the playground and throwing around equals on the Pitt University gridiron. Always a gifted athlete and focused student, Aaron knew early on that football would be his ticket out of a tough background, and you can read all about it in this must-have book. A rare combination of speed, strength, and athleticism has made Aaron Donald the dominant force of his generation. But ...

Imagine, if you can, growing up in Cameroon, a soccer-crazy country that lies at the junction of Central and West Africa, where “the Indomitable Lions” (the national team) are always the talk of the town. Yet, your first passion is to play volleyball and maybe move overseas to Europe to play as a pro. Then, a former NBA star spots you and, at the age of 16, suddenly, you’re on your way to a foreign land where playing basketball gives high hopes to many. Indeed, this is the story of the Cameroonian, Joel Embiid, including his success in the NBA and the world, and overcoming obstacles.

The lights on the stage were blinding. As he slowly looked across the audience gathered Patrick Mahomes Jr. took a few seconds to revel in the moment. Coming from an MLB family he always knew he was destined for greatness, but no one could have predicted this level of greatness in this sport. In Patrick Mahomes we will take you inside the mind and show you the full story of how a skinny baseball star from Texas became the NFL’s hottest star.

Trea Turner’s inspirational story is both a tribute to his own grit, determination and talent, which enabled him to overcome extraordinary challenges, and a celebration of baseball’s ability to provide those who play it with life lessons that last long after they leave the field. Through Trea’s eyes we meet his inspiring family and teammates, friends who will forever be part of his life, as well as people who have made him appreciate the power of love and friendship. But foremost, we learn a little bit more about America's favorite pastime. Turner's story is a moving proof that ...

No player has taken the Premier League by storm like Eden Hazard. From an early age Hazard was evident as a special player who had the potential to go on and be one of the elite players. A child prodigy who became a man in his early 20's, Hazard continues to astound fans, pundits and his teammates with his immense talent. Eden Hazard is the inside story of a footballing genius and rising global superstar. From his beginnings as a young player in Belgium to his first steps at Chelsea, each chapter of this beautiful book reveals a different, revealing aspect of Eden's personality.

Some people have an easy road to where they’re going. Those people never truly appreciate it when they get there. That’s isn’t the case with JJ Watt. Through a devastating case of mono, to being forced to move positions and giving up a scholarship to pursue the school of his dreams, you can say JJ Watt never got the luxury of the easy road. That’s fine, he wouldn’t have wanted it that way. Instead, he was forced to learn how to work harder and longer than the rest of his competition. This all paid off for him as he became the most dominant defensive lineman in the NFL. Long ...

As the stadium rocked and swayed with the energy of thousands of fans and a TV audience of millions Dabo sat quietly at the front of his team. They knew what the “experts” thought would happen, but Dabo also knew he had dealt with tougher opponents and came out successful. Dabo Swinney is something of the poster boy for college football coaches. An energetic football coach who openly talks about his love of his players and embraces the fun of the game, while other coaches sit stone-faced and act as professionals. In Bring Your Own Guts you will hear the path that has lead Dabo to one of...

As he sat in the library studying during the beautiful summer days on the Clemson campus, while the rest of the campus was either at home or enjoying the day, Deshaun knew that he was destined to become something special. This wasn't the first time, or the last time, Deshaun used his work ethic to lead himself on a path to success. Learn the story of how one of the most explosive Quarterbacks in NFL history overcame adversity and injuries to put himself on a path to the Hall of Fame.

DK Metcalf has overcome unbelievable odds to be where he is today. The elite receiver has fought through injuries and personal tragedy to make it to the pros. DK Metcalf is the story of an undersized, overlooked kid from Mississippi who defied the odds to become one of college football’s most decorated wide receivers. After staring at Mississippi, Metcalf entered the NFL Draft as one of the most highly anticipated talents in years. But that wouldn’t be enough: he wanted to write his own story and change the narrative surrounding NFL Draft prospects. DK Metcalf is one of the most ...

The youngest of the world-famous Balls, LaMelo plays point guard and stands 6’7” (2.01 m.). That doesn’t include his tall hair, by the way. “Ever since I was little, when I’d do little projects and stuff, that was one of my goals--to go to the NBA and be the No. 1 pick,” LaMelo stated in a Combine interview just before the 2020 player draft. In a nutshell, LaMelo entered the post-pandemic NBA Draft as one of the most publicized, highly anticipated picks ever. All this and the Ball kid is still only 19. To say his life’s been a whirlwind is an understatement. He is the son of ...

Giannis Antetokounmpo tells the story of one of the best athletes in the game today, Giannis. From selling trinkets on Greek streets to thrilling sold-out arenas, Giannis has truly persevered and made a name for himself and a life for his family. In Giannis Antetokounmpo, you will hear the whole story and be inspired to overcome the adversity that you are facing in your life!

People have tried to describe Zion Williamson in a variety of different ways, but none of these descriptions really capture the true essence of who is his. In Zion Williamson, we will tell the story of how Zion went viral with his powerful dunks and captured the nation’s attention by overcoming a potentially devastating injury.

From the second he entered a basketball gym at seven years old, people knew Luka Doncic was going to be special. He was so dominant in his age group that he was moved up multiple age groups just so people would have a chance to compete with him. The Wonderboy of the Euroleague has been taking the NBA by storm and leaving a wake of stunned critics in his path. For the first time, hear the complete story about Luka Doncic's rise to the NBA. From early days shooting at halftimes of his dad's games to becoming the NBA's most promising star, you'll get the full story.

Before Ronald Acuna Jr. was exploding baseballs and launching himself into stardom, he was a kid from Venezuela with a dream of playing major league baseball. When it all started, he didn't know if he would ever become the player he is today--a bona fide phenom who graces the cover of Sports Illustrated before he even turns 20 years old. Ronald Acuña Jr. is one of baseball's most exciting young talents, a bona fide superstar who burst onto the scene as a rookie in 2018, en route to becoming one of the game's brightest stars. In his first season as an Atlanta Brave, he set multiple rookie ...

There's no one quite like him, the power of a Running Back, the Arm of an Elite Passer, and the field vision to match some of the league's top field generals. Cam Newton breaks the mold and is truly a once in a lifetime talent. It was clear from his high school days that Cam had something special. He could do things on a field that other people just couldn't compete with. This skill only grew as he entered onto bigger and bigger stages. Despite a college career filled with controversy, Cam Newton emerged with a National Championship and Heisman trophy. When he made it to the pros many ...

Juan Soto's inspirational path to becoming the next superstar of MLB is a story of hard work, perseverance, and a testament to fulfilled dreams. From humble beginnings in the Dominican Republic and a life surrounded by tragedy to facing challenges and challenges on his way to the major leagues, Juan Soto's story is one of perseverance and inspiration. “I want people to know who Juan Soto is,” says Washington Nationals superstar Victor Robles, who has been a teammate of the Nationals outfielder since 2015. “He won’t let anybody tell him he can’t do something. That’s what we need ...

Staring up at the lights of the Pepsi Center it was hard to imagine that he had made it to the primetime. It didn’t come easy, there were trials and set backs and long hours in the gym that only he would ever truly know about, but all of it had been worth it for him to reach the pinnacle of his sport and to have made it to the NBA. In Nikola Jokic we follow the path of one of the NBA’s top rising stars and uncover how he was able to separate himself from the millions of kids who dream of making it to basketball’s biggest stage.

No one expected the tall skinny kid in the French village to stick with basketball long, even less thought it would be his career, and it's safe to say only one person truly believed he'd be an All Star player in the NBA. Rudy Gobert tells the story of Rudy Gobert's rise to one of the most dynamic players in the NBA. From his time traveling through the French Basketball Club scene to getting a hard dose of reality in the professional game, you will learn about his experiences and how they turned him into the dominant player he is today!