Download or read book Football Disasters The moments we will never forget written by Caroline Elwood-Stokes and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It seems that we can divide the world-history of football-related deaths into three periods. The early period, 1900-1959, contains from 0 to 3 tragedies per decade. Deaths were very rare - but were tremendously tragic when they happened. Take for instance the very first incident occurring on the 5th of April in 1902 at Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow, where Scotland played England in the British Home Championship. At the time it was considered to be the most prestigious international tournament in the world and would therefore draw a large audience. While the game was being played the newly built wooden West Stand broke under the weight of the excited crowd. People fell several meters down and on top of each other - resulting in 26 people dying and 517 being injured. Blame was put on the rain that had fallen the night before the game, causing the wooden construction to become unstable. Arena architects abandoned wood as material for higher audience facilities after this episode. But what caused the other disasters?
Download or read book Introduction to Crowd Management written by Claudio Feliciani and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-03-03 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will guide you in a simple and illustrative way through all aspects related to crowd behaviour, including sociological theories, methods of crowd control, people detection and tracking, and crowd simulation and prediction, while examining previous accidents to learn from the past. Crowds are a constant presence in most cities around the globe and mass gatherings are attracting an increasing number of people. While experience can help manage large crowds and plan mass events, knowledge on crowd behaviour is fundamental for successfully dealing with unexpected situations, improving current practices and implementing state-of-the-art technologies in management strategies. After letting people laugh about the controversy on colliding pedestrians, with this book, two of the Ig Nobel laureates on pedestrian traffic will make you think (and learn) presenting through a collaborative approach, combining theoretical with practical advice, the science behind crowd dynamics and the importance it plays in our increasingly urbanized society. Fundamental aspects related to crowd management are presented using simple concepts requiring little or no knowledge of mathematics or engineering. Professionals involved in pedestrian traffic, as well as students and researchers entering the field of crowd dynamics, will find this book a useful interdisciplinary introduction on the subject, exploring both fundamental background information and more specific topics related to crowd management.
Download or read book Sir Walter Winterbottom The Father of Modern English Football written by Graham Morse and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2013-03-04 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sir Walter Winterbottom was arguably the most influential man in modern English football. He is known as the first England team manager, but more than that he was an innovator of modern coaching, sports administrator and a man ahead of his time; a man who had a profound effect on English football and who laid the foundations for England's success in 1966. Walter managed them all, from Lawton to Charlton, and inspired many to become coaches: Ron Greenwood, Bill Nicholson, Jimmy Hill and Bobby Robson were amongst his disciples and took his gospel to the clubs they managed. Born in 1913, Winterbottom started out as a teacher and physical education instructor, playing amateur football in his spare time. He was soon signed up by Manchester United, playing his first game 1936 and winning promotion to the First Division in 1938. A spinal ailment curtailed his career, but during World War II he served as an officer in the Royal Air Force before the FA appointed him as national director of coaching and England team manager in 1946.He remains the ony manager to have taken the national side to more than two World Cup finals and was created an OBE in 1963 and a CBE in 1972 before being knighted in 1978. Walter died in 2002 but his legacy continues to inspire many in football today, especially with the opening of the new St George's Park football academy. With interviews and insight from top football names, this book - written by Winterbottom's son-in-law - also draws on personal diaries, photographs and letters. However, this is more than just a biography of one man - it's the story of how modern football came about.
Download or read book The Fuller Creek Series Secrets of the Stolen Painting written by David C. Reyes and published by First Edition Design Pub.. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Jess & Katie enter their senior year, the road ahead seems to be worlds apart. But when fate places them together investigating another case, old feelings begin to stir. Suddenly, tragedy strikes their lives, where Jesse finds himself in the race of his life. With his life hanging in the balance, will the power of love conquer any obstacle? Or will the story of their lives end in tragedy? Follow the lives of Jess & Katie in the final book of The Fuller Creek Series. Both guys and girls will enjoy the drama and adventure, so purchase it now to read the exciting conclusion! Keywords: Tween, Teen, Action, Adventure, Drama, Christian, Teen Romance, Mystery, Youth, Series
Download or read book A Special Life written by Tanja Begerack and published by tredition. This book was released on 2023-06-07 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Immerse yourself in my world, a life shaped by extraordinary experiences and a belief in the supernatural. From my poignant childhood, where I first made contact with spirits, to paranormal encounters and near-death experiences, my extraordinary journey unfolds. These encounters have not only profoundly transformed my own life but will also challenge your perspective on the world. Despite significant physical disabilities, I have learned to harness my thoughts and beliefs as driving forces to positively shape my life and pursue my dreams. In "A Special Life," I share valuable advice, offering you the opportunity to discover your own thoughts and dreams as keys to a fulfilled existence. This book is much more than an autobiography; it is a treasure trove of inspiration and courage. Allow yourself to be captivated by my story, expanding your own perspective on the supernatural and the boundless power of thoughts. "A Special Life - Die Geschichte eines Lebens" will not only provoke contemplation but also empower you to forge your own path and fearlessly pursue your dreams. Take a glimpse into a world beyond the ordinary and let my extraordinary and multifaceted life story touch you.
Download or read book The Price of Passion written by Dr. Jerry Yonga and published by Dr. Jerry Yonga. This book was released on 2023-03-18 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every sport has its heroes and villains, moments of triumph, and heartbreak. Soccer, or football as it is known to much of the world, is a sport that transcends borders, languages, and cultures. It is a universal language that speaks to the hearts and minds of millions, bringing people together in a shared love for the beautiful game. However, with such passion and dedication comes great responsibility and, at times, unimaginable consequences. "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story" delves into the life and tragic death of one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players, Andrés Escobar. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Escobar was a talented and dedicated athlete who quickly rose through the professional soccer ranks to become a key defender for his club team, Atlético Nacional, and the Colombian national team. His skill and sportsmanship earned him the nickname "The Gentleman of Soccer," reflecting his commitment to fair play and humble nature. In this book, we will follow Escobar's journey from his humble beginnings to the pinnacle of his soccer career, as he prepared to represent his country on the world stage at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Through personal anecdotes, interviews with those who knew him best, and a deep exploration of Colombia's cultural and political landscape during that time, we will gain a deeper understanding of the pressures and expectations placed upon Escobar and his teammates. But this is not just a story of soccer. It is a tale of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities that sometimes accompany the pursuit of one's dreams. The events that unfolded during and after the 1994 World Cup would ultimately lead to Escobar's untimely death, sending shockwaves through the soccer community and beyond. His murder at the hands of a gunman, allegedly in retaliation for an own goal he had scored during the tournament, serves as a stark reminder of the darker side of passion and the high price that can be paid for success and failure. As we turn the pages of this book, we will witness the rise and fall of a true soccer icon, whose life was cut tragically short by the sport he loved. In doing so, we will also explore the complex intersection of sport, culture, and politics that shaped the life and legacy of Andrés Escobar. We will come to understand that his story is not just one of individual tragedy but a reflection of the power, beauty, and sometimes devastating consequences of the world's most popular sport. Welcome to "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story."
Download or read book The Hurricane Port written by Andrew Lees and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scousers believe they live in a special place, one that has more in common with Salvador da Bahia, New Orleans or Gdansk than anywhere in England, and the city has always punched above its weight. In less than a hundred years, however, Liverpool's image has declined from a major mercantile player known as the Second City of the Empire to what some social commentators have described as a cultural backwater remembered largely as the place where the Beatles were born. In The Hurricane Port, Andrew Lees reveals how Liverpool's pre-eminence in the slave trade left an indelible scar on the psychogeography of the city. He also explores the roots of Liverpool's contrary nature, its rebelliousness and its hedonism, as well as some of the recent hurricanes that have battered the city, including the anger of Toxteth, Militant's stand against Margaret Thatcher and the murder of James Bulger. In this distinctly personal account, Lees defines the characteristics of this Celtic enclave, with her loudmouthed, big-hearted people who have created a city quite different from anywhere else in the world.
Download or read book Bart Starr written by Keith Dunnavant and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2012-08-07 with total page 491 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive, authorized biography of Bart Starr, quarterback for the University of Alabama and for the Green Bay Packers during the 1960s. A must-read for fans of the Crimson Tide, the Packers, and football greats. No one can touch Bart Starr's record setting 5 NFL Championships including 3 straight. America's Quarterback tells the story of the man who helped create the legend of Vince Lombardi and the Green Bay Packers. Set against the changing landscape of the last half of the 20th century, this biography traces Starr's life from childhood in Alabama to stardom in Green Bay and beyond. Not a simple sports story, Keith Dunnavant traces the story of one man reaching for the American dream while professional football emerged from the shadows to capture the nation's imagination. It's a story of the tension between a coach and a player as different as fire and ice, and how they came to trust and revere each other. It's a story of triumph tempered by tragedy, and the world-class athlete who quietly, persistently, achieved a level of greatness unsurpassed by any quarterback since. A remarkable blend of personal memory and historical narrative, Bart Starr: America's Quarterback and the Rise of the National Football League is a tribute to an American hero and the perfect companion to the classic When Pride Still Mattered.
Download or read book And the Sun Shines Now written by Adrian Tempany and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2016-05-20 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE FEATURED IN THE OBSERVER'S SPORTS WRITERS' BOOKS OF THE YEAR On 15 April 1989, 96 people were fatally injured on a football terrace at an FA Cup semi-final in Sheffield. The Hillsborough disaster was broadcast live on the BBC; it left millions of people traumatised, and English football in ruins. And the Sun Shines Now is not a book about Hillsborough. It is a book about what arrived in the wake of unquestionably the most controversial tragedy in the post-war era of Britain's history. The Taylor Report. Italia 90. Gazza's tears. All seater stadia. Murdoch. Sky. Nick Hornby. The Premier League. The transformation of a game that once connected club to community to individual into a global business so rapacious the true fans have been forgotten, disenfranchised. In powerful polemical prose, against a backbone of rigorous research and interviews, Adrian Tempany deconstructs the past quarter century of English football and examines its place in the world. How did Hillsborough and the death of 96 Liverpool fans come to change the national game beyond recognition? And is there any hope that clubs can reconnect with a new generation of fans when you consider the startling statistic that the average age of season ticket holder here is 41, compared to Germany's 21? Perhaps the most honest account of the relationship between the football and the state yet written, And the Sun Shines Now is a brutal assessment of the modern game.
Download or read book The Generation That Saved America written by Bettye B. Burkhalter and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-12 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History, Romance, & Destiny The Third Novel in the Trilogy Dr. John Burel's great-grandson, John Harrison, was a toddler when his family pioneered from South Carolina to Mississippi. As a youngster, he proudly helped his family bellwether the Civil War and rebirth of the New South. By the early 1900s, he was a prosperous farmer and landowner. Time passed quickly, and too soon he was an old man. Join Grandpa and feel the biting north wind as he shuffled onto the front porch, cupped his hands around his mouth, and shouted, "It's hog-killing day!" Watch the bustling families rush toward the big house to slaughter enough hogs to carry them through the winter. Summer finally arrived and brought old-time gospel singing and preaching to their country church on the hill. Mama rose early on Sunday morning and filled her basket with fried chicken, biscuits, baked sweet potatoes, and fried apple pies. After preaching there was going to be another dinner-on-the-ground. Everyone was excited. Without a doubt, those were the good years. But all that changed. Walk down the dismal road with the Burrell family as they helplessly watched the reckless Roaring Twenties and Great Depression bring a flourishing economy and their comfortable lifestyle to a grinding halt. Feel Grandpa's pain and humiliation when the bank called in his Deed-of-Trust, and he was forced to sell his last 640-acre farm and home for a few dollars. Sit for awhile and listen to his grandson, Cecil Allen Burrell, The Man Himself, as his thought-provoking stories detail how they all survived those disastrous years. With their eyes on the future, John Harrison's children and grandchildren navigated their way back into prosperity and eventually reclaimed their part of the American dream - the same dream brought to America by their Great3-Grandfather, Dr. Jean-Baptiste Elzéar Burel in 1778.
Download or read book A Spirituality of Survival written by Barbara Glasson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2009-09-30 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on her travels in South Africa and South America and her current role as Director of the face2face project at Holy Rood House, the author asks how the stories of 'survivors' can begin to transform society and the Church. What helps some people 'sur vivre' , that is, to live over and above their stories of trauma and abuse and begin to flourish? What is it that brings resilience to the human spirit, what are redemptive relationships and how can we make 'safe enough' spaces for hidden stories to come to light? How can inappropriate power relations be challenged, and forgiveness be a community activity rather than an individual's burden? This book comes out of the author's experience as a Methodist minister working alongside survivors of abuse, which began when a survivor arrived unannounced on her doorstep. 'It scared me. I wasn't trained for this and I felt totally out of my depth. As the weeks went by, I learned both the trauma and the resilience that were present in my unexpected visitor -- and the need to find a bridge between this experience and an informed theology.' Survivor stories are grounded and echoed in tales from an allotment: of the toil and preparation that are needed, both above and beneath the surface, to enable fragile shoots not only to emerge from the darkness but to grow and flourish. Glasson challenges the victim motif of crucifixion and claims the challenge of the resurrection -- for all people, and for the Church -- to 'live'! '
Download or read book Congressional Record written by United States. Congress and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 1462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)
Download or read book Blitzed written by Thomas George and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-09-05 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today’s NFL, every team has a “win now” mentality. There’s no time for rebuilding or down years. You need to compete each and every day, or else you’re out; and that goes for the players, coaches, and front office. You either win today or you’re gone tomorrow. Because of this trend, struggling teams have forgone the training of old and slowly building from the ground up for the immediate payoff. And when it comes to gaining the interest of the fans and media, there’s one go-to decision for every struggling team: the rookie quarterback. Blitzed is an in-depth study as to the reason why teams choose to hand the keys of their franchise over to an unproven rookie. But there are multiple layers as to the odds of success for these athletes. While much has to do with their mental and physical toughness, the coaching, front office, and state of an organization all play a crucial role. In the last two NFL drafts, quarterbacks have been taken as the first two picks (Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota in 2015; Jared Goff and Carson Wentz in 2016). The face of the franchise can’t grow a beard, but is expected to lead his team on the gridiron. Covering the history of this trend with a running timeline of the 2016 NFL season and top draft picks Goff and Wentz, as well as interviews with numerous current and former quarterbacks, coaches, and executives, distinguished journalist Thomas George breaks down how teams decide on starting a rookie quarterback and why the chances of an immediate payoff are such a mixed bag.
Download or read book In Their Shoes written by Lauren Reitsema and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a stepparent or biological parent in a blended family that has experienced divorce, you may encounter resistance. But take heart. That resistance is probably not because of your personality or something you've done wrong, but because of the position you hold. Walking in your child's shoes for a while, to see things from their point of view, can make all the difference. Lauren Reitsema's stories, research, and firsthand experiences will help you better understand the mindset of your child. While every stepparent/stepchild relationship is unique, there are many common themes that children experience as they adapt to their changing family. Lauren carefully explains these themes and brings out practical ideas that will help you cultivate authentic connections. Discover what's going on in the heart and mind of your child and learn to walk beside them. Your efforts will pay off in stronger, closer blended family relationships.
Download or read book Silversmith written by Neil Drysdale and published by Birlinn. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Walter Smith was one of the most respected managers in British football. This insightful biography casts a reflective and analytical eye over his life and career, examining this shrewd professional through the many highs and lows that he has experienced as a player and manager. He enjoyed an illustrious career in management at Rangers, joining the Souness revolution in 1987, winning nine successive league titles, a domestic treble in the 1992-93 season and winning both the Scottish Cup and League Cup three times. In 1998, Smith accepted a position in England with Everton, where he was the manager until 2002, before being reunited with Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2004. In December of that year, Smith was appointed as Scotland manager and his effort subsequently earned him the title of 'Scot of the Year' at the prestigious Glenfiddich 'Spirit of Scotland' awards in 2006. Midway through the qualifying rounds for Euro 2008, however, and with the Scots leading their group, he controversially accepted an offer to return to Ibrox in January 2007. Upon returning to Glasgow, Smith led Rangers to the UEFA Cup Final and triumph in the Scottish Cup in 2008, a domestic League and Cup double in 2009 and another double - this time in the domestic League and League Cup - in 2010. He retired from management in 2011 and died in October 2021.
Download or read book Tainted Glory written by B. David Ridpath and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1997, Dave Ridpath walked onto the campus of Marshall University as a sports-loving athletic administrator with a career on the rise. Less than five years later, Ridpath's quest to reform one of the most corrupt athletic departments in college sports, while simultaneously standing up to the behemoth governing body that is the NCAA, had all but destroyed that career. While serving as assistant athletic director for compliance and student services at Marshall University from 1997 through 2001, Ridpath unearthed violations of several NCAA rules. These violations included overt academic fraud and impermissible, booster-devised employment for members of the Marshall University football team a team had taken the nation by storm because of its incredible success on the field. Ridpath now chronicles his experiences through this trying time in Tainted Glory: Marshall University, the NCAA, and One Man's Fight for Justice. Instead of being hailed as a conquering hero determined to clean up an outlaw program, Ridpath had the tables turned on him. He found himself out of a job when Marshall University and the NCAA determined that the path of least resistance would be to remove him rather than address the issues head-on. With this action, they hoped to avoid damaging the university, the athletic department, and the NCAA overall. This story is about more than the NCAA or Marshall University. It is about the state of the business of intercollegiate athletics told by someone on the inside who lived it the good and the bad.
Download or read book Esther s Promise written by Esther Wright and published by Esther Wright. This book was released on 2023-01-30 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book about the power of a promise. Esther’s inspiring journey will give hope to those who are struggling t o find a way through the pain of addiction, abuse and grief. With vivid storytelling and raw honesty, Esther shares how a sense of emptiness caused her to look for love, acceptance and meaning in all the wrong places. She was searching for a saviour but alcohol became a cruel master and an unfaithful friend. Spiralling deeper and deeper into the darkness of addiction she finally fell to her knees in desperation, not wanting to live with – or die from – the alcohol that was controlling her life. She cried out to God for help and light entered into her darkness. Then Esther experienced every parent’s worst nightmare as her eldest son, Lee was brutally stabbed to death. In a single moment her whole world would be changed forever. Bravely she fought through the toughest storm of her life. With God’s help she was able to forgive those who murdered her son and began to live free from the hatred and bitterness that threatened to consume her. Rising from the ashes, Esther then fell in love with her soul mate Davie. The battled together through grief and addiction until his life was cruelly cut short and grief entered her world all over again. This is the true story of Esther’s battle with addiction, love and loss and how a promise helped her stay on the road that led back to life.
