Athletic Football

From The Athletic, powerhouse of sports reporting, comes the definitive story of the greatest football players of all time. It is a question that has bedeviled football fans for generations: Who’s the best? Of the more than 25,000 men who have suited up during the NFL’s century of existence...

Moses and Troy Horne here. Your mental-toughness guides! We know exactly how you feel. If you are reading this, you probably have a young athlete who struggles with in-game stress and maybe even sports performance anxiety. That is why this version was mostly written by Moses. As of the time of the writing of this book, Moses Horne is a 15-year-old elite athlete who can talk directly about the triumphs and struggles of working toward being mentally tough. This is the only book that I know of with input from an actual young athlete.

A celebration of the beautiful game and its 100 greatest players, from the pre–World War II exploits of Dixie Dean to the modern-day genius of Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi These players left legacies, redefined the game with trademark skills, and grew into national icons. They have their...

From “national treasure” (Steve Harvey) Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders, the ultimate playbook of inspiring personal stories, winning strategies, and the motivation required to help us “elevate and dominate” in all aspects of our lives. A natural-born leader, Deion Sanders demands and...

A revelatory examination of the choices we make as parents and children, explored through the true story of an adopted Black man on a journey to find his biological family and discover where and to whom he truly belongs. Runs in the Family follows the remarkable true story of Deland McCullough...

Bill Parcells may be the most iconic football coach of our time. During his decades-long tenure as an NFL coach, he turned failing franchises into contenders. He led the ailing New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories, turned the New England Patriots into an NFL powerhouse, reinvigorated the...

In Scorecasting, University of Chicago behavioral economist Tobias Moskowitz teams up with veteran Sports Illustrated writer L. Jon Wertheim to overturn some of the most cherished truisms of sports, and reveal the hidden forces that shape how basketball, baseball, football, and hockey games are...

A captivating chronicle of the pivotal decade in American sports, when the games invaded prime time, and sports moved from the margins to the mainstream of American culture. Every decade brings change, but as Michael MacCambridge chronicles in THE BIG TIME, no decade in American sports history...

Tom Brady didn’t just win more than any quarterback in NFL history—he redefined what was possible for an athlete in one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. Playing at a championship level into his mid-forties, Brady proved that greatness is not just about talent; it’s about preparation, discipline, and a relentless commitment to improvement. Train Like Tom Brady takes readers deep inside the systems, routines, and mindset that powered his unparalleled career. From the TB12 principles of pliability and functional strength, to the anti-inflammatory nutrition that ...

'What's it like to be director of the first football club in the world to pay men and women equally? Inspiring, insightful and hilarious, this is the real-life Ted Lasso. A brilliant celebration of football, community and feminism.' - Viv Groskop, author of How to Own the Room 'A fascinating...

Lana had always kept her personal preference for Lesbian sex out of her professional life as a College Womens' Soccer coach, but when she catches two of her athletes going at it in the shower on a late, lonely Friday night, she decides to throw caution to the wind! Lot's of hot girl-on-girl action, backdoor play, showers, locker rooms, and much much more!

The NFL icon who first brought show business to sports shares his life lessons on fame, fatherhood, and football. Three days before the 1969 Super Bowl, Joe Namath promised the nation that he would lead the New York Jets to an 18-point underdog victory against the seemingly invincible Baltimore...

From legendary sportswriter and #1 New York Times bestselling author John Feinstein, a deep dive into the most coveted and hallowed position in the NFL. "Another must-read from a master of long-form sports journalism."--Booklist, starred review In the mighty National Football League, one player...

Most die-hard BYU Cougar fans attribute their love of the program to more than just wins and losses. BYU teams and athletes are unique because of the standards required to wear a Cougar uniform and the faith that they represent. Written by authors with over 25 years of combined experience covering BYU sports, this book tells the stories of nine Cougar sports greats who came to BYU as non-members. Each young man excelled as an athlete in his own right, but gained far more than just an athletic career and a degree while in Provo. Read the conversion stories of BYU greats Ty Detmer, Curtis ...

From a New York Times bestselling author, sports journalist, and fellow believer comes a riveting exploration of the sports-centered Christian revival sweeping America. After a thirty-year reduction in Americans who identified as Christians, the 2020s have seen the birth of a new Christian...

Football talk often feels like a foreign language, the rules might seem too complicated, and the game itself might seem overwhelming. There's good news! You can effortlessly switch from feeling lost to enjoying the game, talking tactics, and understanding every play. Welcome to a guide that breaks down the game of football in a fun, engaging, and above all, effective way, specifically crafted for women and beginners but accessible to all football novices.

Beyond the Game: Strategies for Coaches to Navigate Parental Dynamics in High School Sports by James Roden, M.Ed., MBA, M.Sc. In the high-stakes world of high school sports, the dynamic between coaches, athletes, and parents can often be as complex and challenging as the games themselves. James Roden, with his extensive background in education and coaching, brings forth a comprehensive guide in "Beyond the Game", addressing the critical aspects of parental involvement in high school athletics. Drawing from years of experience as the head football coach in Texas, Roden combines insights from...

Don Hale OBE is an author, sports writer, and former investigative journalist. This book is a combination of fun, fitness ideas, and sporting recollections.First written in 1986, it includes some fascinating and amusing recollections from Don’s early sporting career as an athlete and as a former professional footballer with Bury FC, combined with his experiences of trying to keep fit, and running, amidst a very busy and controversial career in journalism. This book recalls his early struggles to prepare and run a series of fun-runs, competitive races, and eventually marathons. The journey...

Natalie Beckett worked hard to get through school and graduated with a degree in athletic training and kinesiology. She had been working at a bar to pay her bills and school and was getting offers from several places. She was excited to receive one from the local professional football team. She was not a fan of football but took the offer for the pay and travel. Rookie camp would be her first day. Lincoln Monroe is the starting tight end for the Raptors. When he meets Natalie at the bar he is interested immediately. She is too. Natalie doesn't even realize Lincoln and his friends are ...

A book geared toward high school football coaches, especially those aspiring to be head coaches. Details include topics head coaches deal with from booster clubs, off the field issues, player and assistant coach management, creating a vision and culture for your program, and how to interview for a head position. This book will go through most of the items that coaches become aware of only when they become a head high school football coach.