Rising Above: How 11 Athletes Overcame Challenges in Their Youth to Become Stars

Author:   Gregory Zuckerman ,  JD Jackson ,  Elijah Zuckerman ,  Gabriel Zuckerman
Publisher:   Tantor Media, Inc
Edition:   Unabridged edition
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9781541464681


Publication Date:   24 October 2017
Format:   Audio  Audio Format
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Team USA goalkeeper Tim Howard was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome in sixth grade. He went on to become a national treasure after single-handedly keeping America competitive in the 2014 World Cup. Stephen Curry was told he was too small, too weak, and too slow to even receive a scholarship to play college basketball. He outworked everyone and went on to become MVP of the National Basketball Association. Jim Abbott was born without his right hand, yet he refused to be defined by what he lacked. He went on to pitch a no-hitter in the Major Leagues. Athlete after athlete in this book found discipline, hope, and inspiration on the playing field, rising above their circumstances. Filled with first-hand accounts from stars who exemplify the idea of enduring at all costs, this collection of sports biographies will serve as a must-listen source of inspiration for kids and sports fans of all ages.

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Author:   Gregory Zuckerman ,  JD Jackson ,  Elijah Zuckerman ,  Gabriel Zuckerman
Publisher:   Tantor Media, Inc
Imprint:   Tantor Media, Inc
Edition:   Unabridged edition
Dimensions:   Width: 13.50cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 19.00cm
Weight:   0.072kg
ISBN:  

9781541464681


ISBN 10:   1541464680
Publication Date:   24 October 2017
Audience:   Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Educational: Primary & Secondary
Format:   Audio
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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An easy pitch for middle school sports lovers. ---School Library Journal


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Gregory Zuckerman is a Special Writer at the Wall Street Journal and the bestselling author of The Frackers: The Outrageous Inside Story of the New Billionaire Wildcatters; and The Greatest Trade Ever: The Behind-the-Scenes Story of How John Paulson Defied Wall Street and Made Financial History. JD Jackson is a theater professor, aspiring stage director, and award-winning audiobook narrator. A classically trained actor, his television and film credits include roles on House, ER, and Law & Order. JD was named one of AudioFile magazine's Best Voices of the Year for 2012 and 2013.

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