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When Billie Jean King trounced Bobby Riggs in tennis's Battle of the Sexes in 1973, she placed sports squarely at the center of a national debate about gender equity. In this winning combination of biography and history, Susan Ware argues that King's challenge to sexism, the supportive climate of second-wave feminism, and the legislative clout of Title IX sparked a women's sports revolution in the 1970s that fundamentally reshaped American society.

Three of the greatest football clubs: Celtic, Liverpool and Manchester United. Their three greatest managers: Jock Stein, Bill Shankly and Matt Busby. Three men born within a 20-mile radius of each other in the central lowlands of Scotland; forged in mining communities to subsequently shape the course of modern football. More than the sum of its parts, Three Kings promises a narrative beyond any single biography of its three subjects could.

Decir Copa de Europa es decir Real Madrid. Las 12 Champions ganadas por el club blanco son un récord no igualado hasta ahora. En este audiolibro se cuentan una a una, con anécdotas, detalles de los partidos, resultados, jugadores que participaron... Todos los secretos de una leyenda labrada campeonato a campeonato.

From the day Sports Illustrated deemed him “The Chosen One” when he was still in high school, LeBron James, a skinny kid from Akron, Ohio, rose to stardom for his world-class athleticism. Two decades, four NBA championships, three Olympic medals, four MVP awards, three teams, and eighteen All-Star selections later, LeBron is the reigning king of the NBA. LeBron: Life Lessons from The King offers courtside seats to the highs and lows of LeBron’s unbelievable journey and reveals valuable insights for anyone trying to make their own lofty dreams come true.

A story of risk, adventure, and daring as four American bobsledders race for the gold in the most dangerous competition in Olympic history. In the 1930s, as the world hurtled toward war, speed was all the rage. Bobsledding, the fastest and most thrilling way to travel on land, had become a sensation. Exotic, exciting, and brutally dangerous, it was the must-see event of the 1932 Winter Olympics at Lake Placid, the first Winter Games on American soil. Bobsledding required exceptional skill and extraordinary courage - qualities the American team had in abundance.

Locked On Kings podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Sacramento Kings and the NBA. Sacramento sports media veteran, Matt George, provides expert, local analysis including reactions, rumors, and highlights. Locked On Kings takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Kings locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Kings podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Thoroughbred racing was one of the first major sports in early America. Horse racing thrived because it was a high-status sport that attracted the interest of both old and new money. It grew because spectators enjoyed the pageantry, the exciting races, and, most of all, the gambling. In The Sport of Kings and the Kings of Crime, author Steven Riess fills a long-neglected gap in sports history, offering a richly detailed and fascinating chronicle of thoroughbred racing's heyday.

The NHL trade deadline is just 3 days away. What will the LA Kings do? What should they do? Add a left handed defenseman? A goalie? Both? We’ll get into that and more with LA Kings reporter Eric Stephens of The Athletic on this edition of Locked On LA Kings.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.Athletic GreensTo make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel ...

We talk hoops. Deuce Mason and Morgan Ragan are basketball junkies based in Sacramento who talk a ton of Kings basketball and about all the big topics in the NBA. They also talk with NBA players, broadcasters and journalists around the league.

An inspiring and intimate self-portrait of the champion of equality that encompasses her brilliant tennis career, unwavering activism and an ongoing commitment to fairness and social justice. In this spirited account, Billie Jean King details her life's journey to find her true self. She recounts her groundbreaking tennis career - six years as the top-ranked woman in the world, 20 Wimbledon championships, 39 grand-slam titles and her watershed defeat of Bobby Riggs in the famous 'Battle of the Sexes'.

The River of Kings is a gripping and picturesque story full of figurative speeches. It affords a window to life in some corners of Africa and the plight of the destitute. This book tells the true story of family struggling to survive in a little village in Africa.

Every weekday join Eddie Garcia (Puck Podcast, Fox Sports Radio Network) in a daily discussion about all things Los Angeles Kings. Game previews, recaps, deep dives into the prospect pool, special guests, and more. Join me, five days a week, on the Locked On Los Angeles Kings Podcast. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.

Have you ever wanted to know what makes Lebron James such a successful player? From the high school courts in Akron, Ohio, to the height of his career in the NBA, LeBron James has consistently dazzled and amazed opponents and spectators with his own playing style. There are some great athletes in the NBA, but LeBron is on another level: How did he achieve so much?

Dan and Sat are joined by Eric Stephens of The Athletic to talk about the Ducks extending Trevor Zegras, their outlook this season, and some talk on the LA Kings as well.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Joins Jimmy to talk the Kings getting the band back together, playing under Brian Goorjian as a King and a Boomer and his experiences in the NBA with the Washington Wizards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The countdown to the NHL draft is on and opinions on who the Kings should take with the #21 pick are many. We discuss 10 of those opinions on this edition of Locked on LA Kings.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.Ultimate Hockey GMEver dreamed of becoming an NHL GM and managing your hockey franchise? Ultimate Hockey GM is completely free and playable ...

In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss what the Kings need to look for in their 13th overall pick and what players fit the team. 00:00 Intro 2:49 What Are The Kings Needs 8:24 Players Who Won’t Be Available 9:02 Player Who Could Slide To 13 - Topic, Holland 11:15 Big Men - Ware, Holmes, Missi, Filipowski, Edey 13:51 Wings - Salaun, da Silva, Knecht, Williams, Furphy, McCullar, George 17:29 Guards - McCain, Dillingham, Collier, Carter, Walter 18:09 Recap

The guys spend this hour talking Kings and if John Collins would be a fit on the Kings.

Did you see the final round of the US Open? What a tremendous finish for Bryson DeChambeau at Pinehurst. Were the USA chants over the top? We also discuss Padres awful series in NY, Dodgers pitching problems, MLB umpire gambling, Lakers coaching search, Clippers roster decisions, NFL QB Paydays, Kings/Ducks offseason plans, Euro Cup, COPA and much more. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on Facebook, YouTube, or X. Here’s what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, June 17, 2024. 1)...US OPEN...WHAT A DUEL...WHAT A FINISH " BRYSON DE CHAMBEAU, 18TH HOLE DUEL"...

Michael Fomenko is familiar with adversity. But when he gets shut out of the Commonwealth Games for financial and political reasons at the ripe age of 20, he questions everything. Setting a new course for himself, he dreams of a feat that will require unimaginable determination. With no companions or guides, he will paddle a dugout canoe over 1,000 nautical kilometers from Cairns, Australia, to Dutch, New Guinea.