Download or read book Thinking Basketball written by Ben Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-29 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are top scorers really the most valuable players? Are games decided in the final few minutes? Does the team with the best player usually win?Thinking Basketball challenges a number of common beliefs about the game by taking a deep dive into the patterns and history of the NBA. Explore how certain myths arose while using our own cognition as a window into the game's popular narratives. New basketball concepts are introduced, such as power plays, portability and why the best player shouldn't always shoot. Discover how the box score can be misleading, why "closers" are overrated and how the outcome of a game fundamentally alters our memory. Behavioral economics, traffic paradoxes and other metaphors highlight this thought-provoking insight into the NBA and our own thinking. A must-read for any basketball fan -- you'll never view the sport, and maybe the world, the same again.

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Download or read book Getting to Thanksgiving written by Allen Bohl and published by Advantage Media Group. This book was released on 2007-10 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Vince Sanford is a high school football coach who has entered a midlife dilemma. How can he be sure that he is passing on important values and stories to his children? ... Track the events of a single day as Vince Sanford drives his family to his parents' home in Ashland, Ohio, for Thanksgiving dinner. During the trip, his personal reflections and in-depth conversations with his wife and two children provide the encouragement Vince needs to handle the reality he must face once in Ashland"--Back cover.

Download or read book Someone to Love Me written by Nicole S. Rouse and published by Urban Books. This book was released on 2013-06-20 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "What's done in the dark comes to light eventually," says the pastor of First Baptist Church in Chicago. Those words enter Jerome Thomas' spirit and release bittersweet memories of his past; memories he worked hard to suppress for the sake of his family. In the early years of his marriage to Renee, Jerome made several mistakes. He neglected his family, struggled with bouts of alcoholism, and wasted money. But the one mistake he regrets the most was cheating on his wife with Taylor. Every morning before she opens her eyes, Taylor Belle says a quick prayer for forgiveness. The guilt of the affair she had with Jerome and the lives of the people she hurt weigh heavy on her heart. Several years have passed since the affair, but there is still unfinished business between them. As life becomes more complicated, Taylor knows that she needs to settle things with Jerome before God will lift the burden on her heart. Although Jerome and Taylor now live in different states, they share a secret that could potentially destroy their families. What will happen when the actions of their last intimate encounter catch up with them? Once the truth is exposed, Jerome and Taylor are alienated by their loved ones and are forced to rely on faith and the power of God's love to repair the sins of the past. Will God mend old wounds and restore the love and peace they once knew? Or, are Jerome and Taylor destined to live in sorrow because of the shame of their past?

Download or read book Lights Out written by Ruthie Robinson and published by Genesis Press, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Piper Renee Knight was sole proprietor of two coffee shops located in Austin, Texas. Lights Out Coffee began two and a half years ago as a joint venture with her father, Macarthur "Lights Out" Knight, former boxing great turned business- man. Joe and Piper meet during Joe's second visit to her shop and exchange coffee and banter. They both agree to take their attraction further. But before they can start, Piper's father asks her to look after his two younger daughters, her half-sisters. His third wife has left him. Piper settles her sisters into her life, locating a school for them. She decided that Joe is not an option for her now that she has the girls, and he gets her message and stops com- ing by the shop. They meet again at the kids' school. Joe has been raising his nephew for the last two years, after his sis- ter's departure. During the school year they join forces and work together. Piper falls in love, and, while Joe likes her, he's not sure with his nephew and his prior life experiences that he's in for the long haul.

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Download or read book Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice written by John Sommers-Flanagan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-05-20 with total page 595 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Apply the major psychotherapy theories into practice with this comprehensive text Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice: Skills, Strategies, and Techniques, 2nd Edition is an in-depth guide that provides useful learning aids, instructions for ongoing assessment, and valuable case studies. More than just a reference, this approachable resource highlights practical applications of theoretical concepts, covering both theory and technique with one text. Easy to read and with engaging information that has been recently revised to align with the latest in industry best practices, this book is the perfect resource for graduate level counseling theory courses in counselor education, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology, and clinical psychology. Included with each copy of the text is an access code to the online Video Resource Center (VRC). The VRC features eleven videos—each one covering a different therapeutic approach using real therapists and clients, not actors. These videos provide a perfect complement to the book by showing what the different theories look like in practice. The Second Edition features: New chapters on Family Systems Theory and Therapy as well as Gestalt Theory and Therapy Extended case examples in each of the twelve Theory chapters A treatment planning section that illustrates how specific theories can be used in problem formulation, specific interventions, and potential outcomes assessment Deeper and more continuous examination of gender and cultural issues An evidence-based status section in each Theory chapter focusing on what we know from the scientific research, with the goal of developing critical thinking skills A new section on Outcome Measures that provides ideas on how client outcomes can be tracked using practice-based evidence Showcasing the latest research, theory, and evidence-based practice in an engaging and relatable style, Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice is an illuminating text with outstanding practical value.

Download or read book Brace for Impact written by Kathi Mims and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2022-05-04 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only place to ditch the plane was in the Hudson River. In the eerie silence, Peter craned his neck to look through the window in the row behind him. He thought about the night before. The sex with Taylor was raw and exhilarating after watching the Knicks beat the Wizards at home. He thought about his wife, Tracey, already in labor with their first baby. Now what? A stinking goose sucked into the engine sends Peter on a new journey. Along for the ride on this heart-thumping trip, Peter connects with airline agent Mary Jo as she guides him through the survival process. Driving from New Jersey back to Charlotte, the two strangers connect in a bond of friendship and reflection as they weave through the obstacles and repercussions from an event that no one could have predicted. This is your opportunity to learn the inner workings of an airline incident room and how companies prepare their workers for the inevitable. Meet the passenger sitting in the window of the exit row and buckle your seat belt for a wild ride home.

Download or read book A Son s Tale written by Tara Taylor Quinn and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty-five years ago…a mysterious crime was committed in Comfort Cove, Massachusetts. Frank Whittier was accused—but never charged. And it ruined his life. Now…Cal Whittier, Frank's son, is determined to protect him, to safeguard his father's identity. After years on the run, they finally have their lives on an even keel, with Cal teaching at a college in Tennessee. Two things could change all that. First, a cop in Comfort Cove starts looking into the case again. And second, Cal gets involved with single mother Morgan Lowen. He has plenty of reasons to avoid her—not the least of which is that she's an adult student in one of his classes. And in Cal's situation, any relationship is risky. Still…it could be the best risk he's ever taken!

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Download or read book The City Game written by Pete Axthelm and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2011-06-28 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVA fascinating chronicle of New York basketball, from the concrete courts of the city’s parks to the bright lights of Madison Square Garden/divDIV/divDIVThe New York Knickerbockers, one of the NBA’s charter franchises, played professionally for twenty-four years before winning their first championship in 1970, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in a thrilling seven-game series. Those Knicks, who won again in 1973, became legends, and captivated a city that has basketball in its blood./divDIV /divDIVBut this book is more than a history of the championship Knicks. It is an exploration of what basketball means to New York—not just to the stars who compete nightly in the garden, but to the young men who spend their nights and weekends perfecting their skills on the concrete courts of the city’s parks. Basketball is a city game, and New York is the king of cities./div

Download or read book Montyne s Inferno written by L. Sudbury and published by Montyne Press. This book was released on 2009-01-15 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE BOOK THAT READS LIKE A MOTION PICTURE ...a painting can forever speak, long after its creator is gone. ...art makes us immortal... Montyne's Inferno Las Vegas architect Taylor Blackmore is forced to pursue justice against Jack Jackson, the man who caused the death of his father, the world-renowned artist Montyne, and the destruction of Taylor's architectural business. Jackson's ruthless goal is to unlock the secret of the lost gold in the fabled Black Limousine, while orchestrating the downfall of the famous Washington Five family by playing on the ambitions of the youngest, undiscovered Washington daughter, LaTina. As Taylor navigates the treacherous shoals of a love affair that began innocently, on his part, with the wife of Nick The Fixer Waters, he must use all his ingenuity-and a great deal of money-to bring down the wicked Jackson. In a quid pro quo with the The Las Vegas Real-Journal newspaper, Taylor furnishes a photograph of The Fixer that sets off fireworks in the University of Las Vegas basketball department, the shock waves of which are still being felt. Now Taylor must lure another vicious player obsessed with the desire to possess the gold-the devious Hunter-out of hiding. To do this, Taylor relies on the skills of his lifelong friends, eccentric antiquarian Adam Zurich and former investigator and bodyguard Lou Kane. Taylor's newfound love for Tremeel Jones, the reporter/anchorwoman who plays a central part in the destruction of Taylor's enemies, gives him hope for the future. Inspired by true events, Montyne's Inferno soars to dizzying heights and unimaginable depths in its path to true justice. You won't believe what you are about to read.

Download or read book Book of Sides Original One Page Scenes for Actors and Directors written by Dave Kost and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-07-11 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking for fresh, original scenes for your fast-paced acting or directing class? Tired of the same old material everyone recognizes? Want the flexibility to play any character in any scene? Book of Sides: Original, Short Scenes for Actors and Directors offers scenes that are considerably shorter than those in similar books but still feature the structure of typical scenes with arcs, clear playable objectives, and stakes for both actors. Here you will find scenes that are: One-page in length and specially designed for new, high-intensity exercises that help students develop quickly Printed in an easily readable, film-script format that provides plenty of room for annotations Completely original, allowing you to produce and distribute reinterpretations without worrying about copyright restrictions Universally castable, with roles that can be assigned to actors regardless of gender, appearance, skill level, or race Simple and conducive to performing in the classroom without props, costumes, or sets Perfect for audition workshops and crowded directing or acting classes where everyone wants an opportunity to perform Written in accessible, contemporary language that keeps student actors engaged Don’t miss out! In Book of Sides, Dave Kost brings two decades of teaching experience to the table to deliver the ideal set of scenes for busy classroom settings, auditions, and general training.

Download or read book The Road to the NBA written by Curtis Carter and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2005 with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ROAD TO THE NBA is a book about heart, drive and internal motivation, when going the standard route is unavailable. It captures and conveys the experiences of one man's unwavering ability to pursue his dream of playing in the NBA, despite being faced with adversity and disappointment, both on and off the court. THE ROAD TO THE NBA is captivating, informative and heart wrenching. It encourages the reader to "never give up" on their own dreams, whatever they may be. The example of how to get back up and brush yourself off, each and every time you're knocked down, disappointed, disenfranchised and/or disqualified, is demonstrated on the pages of this must read. THE ROAD TO THE NBA is intended to create, in the lives of each and every person who reads it, the same spirit of hope, strength and motivation found in its pages. It is the Author's desire that you the reader catch hold of that spirit. Quite frankly this book is absolutely Fabulous! There is no book like it in all of professional basketball. Once you start reading it you will never want to stop. This is as intellectual, emotional, motivational, and triumphant as it get´s in the game of life. The book is amazing! And very thought provoking. The reality kept me glued to the pages. I highly recommend this book. -Charmane Townsell, Sheriff´s Depart. Employee. Educational, Refreshing, and Bones Reality! -Paul Higgins, Award Winning T.V. Producer. I can see what a tough life is, to search a dream or just to survive. I am very glad for you. You are an example of Determination. -Eneko Herreros, Pro Basketball Coach, Spain

Download or read book Basketball Coloring Book written by Jasmine Taylor and published by Jasmine Taylor. This book was released on 2022-12-19 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This coloring book is ideal for kids of any age (and adults too) who love playing or watching hoops. Enjoy basketball players in action while performing a variety of dribbling and passing moves as well as different shooting techniques and much more. These detailed ready-to-color illustrations have plenty of white space giving you room to sketch, draw, doodle and add your own unique artistic personality to each colored scene. Enjoy an infinite number of possibilities for hours of creative fun! Benefits - Make your work look great using colored pencils, pens, markers or crayons - Illustrations on separate pages to protect your colorful masterpiece - Artist name & date box on back of each illustration - Share and give your colored art work to friends, family and loved ones as gifts or precious keepsake - Full color image examples on back cover - Enjoy therapeutic, stress relieving effect coloring can bring - Relax, unwind and spend time together Makes a great gift for any basketball enthusiast, Just hit the buy button and start your coloring journey now!

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