Download or read book Ricky Rubio written by Belmont & Belcourt Biographies and published by Price World Publishing. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ricky Rubio is a phenom rising. At age 14 he was the youngest player ever to be drafted by the Spanish ACB League, the second-most competitive basketball league in the world. This young prodigy spent his adolescent years becoming known as one of the biggest talents in European basketball and he is now making waves in the NBA. Despite his notability, Rubio was carefully shielded from the media during his rise to stardom. Both his basketball team and his family agreed not to make him available for interviews until his 18th birthday. As a result, little is known about the personal life of young Rubio. This unauthorized biography follows Rubio from Spain to Beijing to Minnesota and explores what is known about Rubio's upbringing, his early basketball career, and details his breakthrough into the NBA. All the way through the 2014-2015 season. This book also includes all of Ricky Rubio's Spanish league and NBA statistics.
Download or read book Ricky Rubio written by Belmont and Belcourt Biographies and published by Belmont & Belcourt Books. This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hope written by Bill Reynolds and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2016-01-26 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspirational true story about the trials and victories of the Hope High School basketball team in inner-city Providence, Rhode Island. Hope High School in Providence, Rhode Island was once a model city school, graduating a wide range of students from different backgrounds. But the tumult of the 1960s and the drug wars of the 70s changed both Providence and Hope. Today, the aging school is primarily Hispanic and African-American, with kids traveling for miles by bus and foot each day. Hope was known for its state championship basketball teams in the 1960s, but its 2012 team is much different. Disobedient, distracted, and overwhelmed by family troubles, with mismatched sneakers and a penchant for profanity and anger, these boys represent Coach Dave Nyblom's dream of a championship, however unlikely that might seem. Nyblom's mostly black players, including several who emigrated to Providence from war-torn Liberia, face gang violence, domestic uncertainty, drug problems, and a host of other issues. But with the unfailing support and guidance of Nyblom and other Hope coaches, their ragtag team gradually pulls together, overcoming every obstacle to find the faith and trust in themselves that Nyblom never stops teaching. A look at a hidden world that just a few hundred yards from Brown University, Bill Reynolds's Hope is the inspiring true story of young men and their mentors pursuing one goal—a championship—but achieving so much more.
Download or read book Pandas in Action written by Boris Paskhaver and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pandas has rapidly become one of Python''s most popular data analysis libraries. With pandas you can efficiently sort, analyze, filter and munge almost any type of data. In Pandas in Action, a friendly and example-rich introduction, author Boris Paskhaver shows you how to master this versatile tool and take the next steps in your data science career. about the technology Anyone who''s used spreadsheet software will find pandas familiar. While its column-based grids might remind you of Excel or Google Sheets, pandas is more flexible and far more powerful. It can efficiently perform operations on millions of rows and be used in tandem with other Python libraries for statistics, machine learning, and more. And best of all, using pandas doesn''t mean sacrificing user productivity or needing to write tons of complex code. It''s clean, intuitive, and fast. about the book Pandas in Action makes it easy to dive into Python-based data analysis. You''ll learn to use pandas to automate repetitive spreadsheet functionality and derive insight from data by sorting columns, filtering data subsets, and creating multi-leveled indices. Each chapter is a self-contained tutorial, letting you dip in when you need to troubleshoot tricky problems. Best of all, you won''t be learning from sterile or randomly created data. You''ll start with a variety of datasets that are big, small, incomplete, broken, and messy and learn how to clean and format them for proper analysis. what''s inside Import a CSV, identify issues with its data structures, and convert it to the proper format Sort, filter, pivot, and draw conclusions from a dataset and its subsets Identify trends from text-based and time-based data Organize, group, merge, and join separate datasets Real-world datasets that are easy to download and explore about the reader For readers experienced with spreadsheet software who know the basics of Python. about the author Boris Paskhaver is a software engineer, Agile consultant, and educator. His six programming courses on Udemy have amassed 236,000 students, with an average course rating of 4.59 out of 5. He first used Python and the pandas library to derive a variety of business insights at the world''s #1 jobs site, Indeed.com.
Download or read book A Brief History of Basketball in Spain From Flamenco to Fast Breaks written by Luckey Helms and published by HoopsWithoutBorders. This book was released on 2024-07-26 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the rich history of basketball in Spain with "A Brief History of Basketball in Spain." This book takes you from the sport’s introduction in the early 20th century to its place today as one of Spain’s most popular sports. Learn how basketball has grown in Spain, becoming a significant part of the nation’s culture and producing world-class talent. Read about the key moments and important figures in Spanish basketball, such as the start of the Liga ACB and the international success of players like Pau Gasol and Ricky Rubio. Discover stories of legendary teams, historic matches, and the unique style of Spanish basketball. See how grassroots programs and community efforts help develop young talent and promote inclusivity. With engaging stories and thorough research, "A Brief History of Basketball in Spain" highlights the sport’s impact on Spanish society and culture. Whether you love basketball, study Spanish history, or are curious about sports, this book offers a compelling and informative read.
Download or read book Side by Side Basketball Stars written by Christopher Henry Forest and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2015 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is Michael Jordan the greatest basketball player to step onto the court? Or can King James ascend to the NBA throne? Which was more valuable to the team, Shaq's power or Tim Duncan's finesse? Who has the sweeter three-point stroke, Ray Allen or Stephen Curry? See how the players match up in this side-by-side look at basketball's stars. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS.
Download or read book Land of 10 000 Aches written by Zeke Fuhrman and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professional sports returned to Minnesota in 1961, a year after one of the most successful pro sports franchises left Minneapolis for Los Angeles in 1960. Since then, a history of last-second losses, historically bad teams, draft busts, missed calls, terrible trades, disappointing playoff runs, blown leads, under-qualified front office staff and coaches and untimely injuries. Yet, this fan base stays loyal. For some reason. 'Land of 10,000 Aches' goes deeper into the most heart-breaking, gut-wrenching, soul-crushing, even-I-could-make-that-field-goal moments in Minnesota sports history with first-hand accounts from players, coaches and fans. Everybody remembers where they were for the good things: the Minneapolis Miracle, Kirby Puckett's Game Six home run. But were you face down in disbelief when Garrett Hartley kicked the Saints to the Super Bowl? Or forced into an emotional fetal position watching the Eagles hang 38 unanswered points on the NFL's best defense? Until names like Sal Bando, Ron Schock, Claude Osteen, Ed Thorp, Gordie Peterkin and Sergei Krivokrasov make your stomach turn, you have a long drop into the doldrums of Minnesota melancholy. This book is your guide down.
Download or read book NBA List Jam written by Pat Williams and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2012-09-25 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NBA List Jam! is an entertaining and informative collection of 125+ ranked lists that discuss and debate the people, games, events, and ephemera that have made the NBA the spectator sport of choice for millions in North America and beyond. The wide variety of list topics include Greatest Teams, Best Comebacks, Best High School to NBA Stars, Worst Collapses, Best Pure Shooters, Oddest Hairdos, Greatest Players from the Big 5, Top NBA Announcers, Best/Worst Uniforms, and much, much more! Each of the NBA's 30 teams has one list dedicated to it, contributed by one of that team's most prominent personalities past or present. The book features big-name guest contributors throughout -- players, coaches, media, and more -- including Doug Collins, Clark Kellogg, Jeannie Buss, Dan Shaughnessy, Craig Sager, and many more! And the ambitious finale ranks the Top 100 Players in NBA History. Hoops fans everywhere will have a ball reading and ranting about the best, worst, oddest, funniest, most intense, and most memorable events and moments that have made the NBA a multibillion dollar global enterprise.
Download or read book Focus On 100 Most Popular Shooting Guards written by Wikipedia contributors and published by e-artnow sro. This book was released on with total page 879 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Golden written by Marcus Thompson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A longtime Golden State Warriors insider traces the inspirational story of the NBA star to offer insight into his personal life and achievements as both an athletic leader and role model for kids.
Download or read book A Brief History of Basketball in the Mediterranean From Shore to Court written by Luckey Helms and published by HoopsWithoutBorders. This book was released on 2024-07-26 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the rich history and cultural significance of basketball in the Mediterranean with "A Brief History of Basketball in the Mediterranean." This book explores how basketball has flourished in this diverse and historically rich region, from its introduction in the early 20th century to its current status as a beloved sport that unites communities and fosters regional pride. Read about key moments and influential figures that have shaped Mediterranean basketball, including the rise of early professional clubs, and the success of players important players. Discover the unique blend of styles and strategies in the region and learn about the cultural significance of basketball in fostering community and identity. Through detailed research and engaging storytelling, "A Brief History of Basketball in the Mediterranean" highlights the sport’s evolution and its impact on the region’s social and cultural landscape. This book is an essential read for basketball enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of sports and society in the Mediterranean.
Download or read book On the Court with Stephen Curry written by Matt Christopher and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the amazing achievements of fan favorite two-time MVP Stephen Curry in this brand-new, comprehensive biography. Steph Curry is a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, record-breaker, and Finals champion who electrifies fans with his incredible on-court feats. He's also a dedicated husband, father, and philanthropist who inspires people on and off the court. Learn more about this remarkable athlete in this biography, complete with stats and photographs.
Download or read book Basketball For Dummies written by Richard Phelps and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-19 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The easy way to get the ins, outs, and intrigue on this beloved sport The National Basketball Association (NBA), with 30 teams and an average attendance of more than 17,000 spectators per game, is the richest and most popular basketball league — and arguably the most viewed American sport — in the world. This new edition of Basketball For Dummies not only covers the rules and regulations of the NBA, but offers coverage on the WNBA, NCAA, and international basketball leagues. Basketball For Dummies is a valuable resource to the many fans of this beloved sport, covering everything from players and personalities in the game to rules, regulations, and equipment. Completely updated with information and intrigue that's occurred in the sport since publication of the previous edition, Basketball For Dummies gets you up to speed on everything from NCAA Tournament brackets to college players en route to the NBA. Coverage of the rules and regulations of the NBA Interesting topics like LeBron the Phenom, ESPN'S influence on the NBA, and the UCONN women's basketball dynasty Digger's take on John Wooden Whether you're a basketball player or a courtside spectator, Basketball For Dummies is a slam-dunk of information and intrigue for anyone who loves the sport.
Download or read book The Routledge Queer Studies Reader written by Donald E. Hall and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 835 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge Queer Studies Reader provides a comprehensive resource for students and scholars working in this vibrant and interdisciplinary field. The book traces the emergence and development of Queer Studies as a field of scholarship, presenting key critical essays alongside more recent criticism that explores new directions. The collection is edited by two of the leading scholars in the field and presents: individual introductory notes that situate each work within its historical, disciplinary and theoretical contexts essays grouped by key subject areas including Genealogies, Sex, Temporalities, Kinship, Affect, Bodies, and Borders writings by major figures including Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick, Judith Butler, David M. Halperin, José Esteban Muñoz, Elizabeth Grosz, David Eng, Judith Halberstam and Sara Ahmed. The Routledge Queer Studies Reader is a field-defining volume and presents an illuminating guide for established scholars and also those new to Queer Studies.
Download or read book Cover Story written by Alex Wong and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A nostalgic romp through modern NBA history as documented by basketball's most iconic and innovative magazine covers. Every magazine cover is the result of a series of intentional decisions. Cover Story shares the behind-the-scenes stories of these deliberate choices, which led to the most iconic basketball-related magazine covers during a period from 1984 to 2003. Through 100-plus interviews conducted with writers, editors, publishers, photographers, creative directors, and the players themselves, the book explores Michael Jordan's relationship with Sports Illustrated, Shaquille O'Neal and the hip-hop generation's impact on newsstands, the birth of SLAM and the inside stories of their most iconic covers, how the 1996 USA women's basketball team inspired a new era of women's sports magazines, the competition among publishers to put high school phenom LeBron James on the magazine cover first, and much more. Offering an immersive look at some of the most impactful moments in a golden era for modern basketball, this engaging read will appeal to basketball fans, pop culture enthusiasts, and those who want to take a deep dive into understanding how the individual components of a classic magazine cover come together. Features four full-color inserts showcasing a collection of notable magazine covers!
Download or read book Return of the Gold written by Dan Bickley and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six years after Michael Jordan won his last NBA championship, American basketball hit rock bottom. The perception of NBA players reached an all-time low. Team USA lost three times, disgracing the nation at the 2004 Olympics. With great historical sweep, bringing in the voices of all-time greats like Jordan, Bill Russell, Julius Erving and Jerry West, the book will show how American basketball bottomed out. It will chart the path of Jerry Colangelo, a great sportsman who set out to change the stained image of USA Basketball. And with great insight and fresh detail, it will show how two of the best players in history – Kobe Bryant and LeBron James – spun their own tails of redemption in while winning gold medals.
Download or read book Next of Kin written by Richard T. Rodríguez and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2009-06-16 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As both an idea and an institution, the family has been at the heart of Chicano/a cultural politics since the Mexican American civil rights movement emerged in the late 1960s. In Next of Kin, Richard T. Rodríguez explores the competing notions of la familia found in movement-inspired literature, film, video, music, painting, and other forms of cultural expression created by Chicano men. Drawing on cultural studies and feminist and queer theory, he examines representations of the family that reflect and support a patriarchal, heteronormative nationalism as well as those that reconfigure kinship to encompass alternative forms of belonging. Describing how la familia came to be adopted as an organizing strategy for communitarian politics, Rodríguez looks at foundational texts including Rodolfo Gonzales’s well-known poem “I Am Joaquín,” the Chicano Liberation Youth Conference’s manifesto El Plan Espiritual de Aztlán, and José Armas’s La Familia de La Raza. Rodríguez analyzes representations of the family in the films I Am Joaquín, Yo Soy Chicano, and Chicana; the Los Angeles public affairs television series ¡Ahora!; the experimental videos of the artist-activist Harry Gamboa Jr.; and the work of hip-hop artists such as Kid Frost and Chicano Brotherhood. He reflects on homophobia in Chicano nationalist thought, and examines how Chicano gay men have responded to it in works including Al Lujan’s video S&M in the Hood, the paintings of Eugene Rodríguez, and a poem by the late activist Rodrigo Reyes. Next of Kin is both a wide-ranging assessment of la familia’s symbolic power and a hopeful call for a more inclusive cultural politics.
