Sportsbiografier

Steve Williams, arguably the greatest caddie in golf history, teams up with renowned golf journalist Evin Priest to give his definitive account of his 12-year partnership with the legendary Tiger Woods, sharing personal, never-before-told moments of their friendship on and off the course. When Tiger Woods went on an extraordinary majors run between 1999 and 2008, one man stood at his side: his caddie Steve Williams. Together Steve and Tiger dominated the PGA Tour and won an astonishing 13 major championships, their sights set on breaking Jack Nicklaus's record 18 majors. Before they could overtake Nicklaus, however, their partnership ended abruptly, and a 12-year period without talking began. Years later, the two reconnected. Steve, with PGA Tour journalist Evin Priest, reflects fondly on his years as Tiger's caddie and their relentless pursuit of greatness. He revisits all their best moments, from Tiger's iconic shot on the 16th hole at the 2005 Masters to the famed Tiger Slam of 2000 and 2001, to his against-the-odds victory on a broken leg at the 2008 US Open. Steve goes behind the scenes of their on-course success and shows their friendship off the course, like Tiger caddying for Steve on his wedding day and Tiger giving a heartfelt best man speech. Steve also shares fascinating, never-before-seen photos and ephemera. Dawn Thirty offers an inside look at what it is like to ride alongside greatness and is a heartfelt ode to the friendship that produced one of the winningest duos in golf history.

Named the 2023 Golden Boy as the undisputed best young player in Europe, Jude Bellingham appears to be on an inexorable march towards the ultimate prize of the Ballon d'Or. Hey Jude charts the story of a unique sporting talent through the eyes of those who have been beside him on the journey.

Bill was a teen on the fast track to destruction until the day he crossed paths with a policeman's bullet. That blast blew him off his chosen track and onto a new one an incredible one designed by God! God's chosen track led Bill to gold-medal wins as a rugby player, followed by marriage, fatherhood, and a successful career! The A Chosen Bullet workbook guides you along Bill's path from tragedy to triumph. With discussion questions and biblical wisdom, he challenges you to consider your own choices. Follow Bill's surprising journey for just six weeks and discover what could happen when you: Aim at the wrong targetChoose a different markHit the bull's-eyeShoot for the starsAim for God's best for your life.

This new biography - the first for 30 years - provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of football's most celebrated players and personalities There's no denying that whatever Gary Lineker does is big news, whether it's fronting some of the UK's most-watched sports coverage or causing controversy on social media. With 8.9 million followers on Twitter, all eyes remain on Lineker. While he's better known as a TV personality and philanthropist nowadays, Lineker's football career marks him out as one of England's greatest-ever players. But he wasn't always destined for greatness. After helping his dad on his market as a youngster and being told he'd never make it by a school teacher, Lineker was a late bloomer, making his England debut at 24 and going on to play for a host of top clubs. Written by FourFourTwo journalist Chris Evans, this comprehensive look at Lineker's career - on and off the pitch - covers his early years in Leicester, his rise to fame at Leicester City and Everton, and his successful years at Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur. Gary Lineker: Portrait of a Football Icon looks at the phenomenal career of a sporting legend - one of England's deadliest strikers and one of the most respected sports figures today.

Forged by Speed is mountain biking legend Steve Peat's incredible life story, from the Steel City of Sheffield to the top step of the world championship podium. Honest, compelling and funny, it is the autobiography of a British sporting legend.

A gripping and inspiring account of one of the world's toughest races through the eyes of an extraordinary woman, and how she (and all of us) can use the lessons she learned to live a life of authenticity and success

A Chosen Bullet is the story of what Bill's passion as a Chicago sports fan has taught him in life and the struggles this passion helped him to overcome after a 9mm bullet ripped through his neck from five feet away.Bill's life has been contrasted by deep darkness and then glorious light, characterized by overcoming through perseverance, stained by first underachieving and then finally experiencing success that few will ever know. A bottomed-out permanently paralyzed teenager becomes a two-time Paralympic gold medalist, a very happily married man, a blessed father of three children, and a successful businessman.With the support of family and eventually a deep-abiding Christian faith providing his foundation, these values and lessons intertwining with Bill's thirty-three year journey as a Chicago fan take him from tragedy to triumph.EndorsementsGrowing up as a sports fan myself in Illinois, I can understand and easily relate to Bill's passion for Chicago sports teams. The valuable lessons he learned from the accomplishments and disappointments of these teams, the support he has gained from his family, and the transforming grace of God he embraced while attending our church, has enabled him to experience triumph in spite of the overwhelming obstacles he has faced. A Chosen Bullet will inspire readers to see that with God "all things work together for good . . . "-Dr. Ken WhittenSenior Pastor Idlewild Baptist Church in Tampa, Florida"A Chosen Bullet: A Broken Man's Triumph Through Faith and Sports is the life story of one of the biggest Chicago Bears' fans ever. The impact of faith and sports on Bill's life will inspire and motivate you to believe in the power and grace of God. In 1985, the Bears captivated the nation by dominating on the field with focus and determination like no other team in NFL history. 25 years later I learned that our team also inspired one of our greatest fans to win and triumph in the biggest game of all - THE GAME OF LIFE. A triumph in which he has showcased in a must read. A Chosen Bullet will awaken the consciousness within your soul to God's unconditional love and grace." -Tyrone KeysSuper Bowl XX Champion & Founder of All Sports Community Service"The world of Chicago sports has always been built on the principles of heart, toughness, grit and determination. Drawing from the lessons taught by Windy City giants like Ditka, Payton and Jordan, Bill Renje Jr. tells us how he rode his own remarkable perseverance on his way to writing an admirable tale of personal redemption and triumph."-Kevin KadukEditor of Yahoo! Sports' Big League Stew and author of Wrigleyville"Bill's journey told in these pages is inspiring. His spirit comes alive as a great example of courage and will to his children and family. It's a lesson every kid in the Chicago schools should hear-not to mention every Chicago sports fan who shares his passion.''-David HaughAward-winning sports columnist with the Chicago Tribune

Join Ally McCoist on a rollicking journey through the highs and lows of Scottish football, from his legendary days with Rangers to the thrill of following the national team during Euro 2024

'I'm half the man I used to be, but twice the man I used to be.'Neil 'Razor' Ruddock tells the inspiring and uplifting story of how he faced the battle of his life: to become a different person.

The long-awaited book from rugby stars Alex Payne, James Haskell and Mike Tindall.

Coach George Raveling is a living icon in the fields of sport and leadership. His story begins in the 1930s, under the shadow of segregation, and stretches over eight decades of excellence and achievement against the odds. In this remarkable book, written with long-time friend and mentee Ryan Holiday, Raveling explores the contours of his extraordinary life and offers valuable lessons in leadership. From his ground-breaking tenure as a basketball coach and his life-changing encounter with Martin Luther King Jr to his appointment as Nike's first Director of International Basketball and his integral role in signing Michael Jordan, Raveling reveals the hard-won lessons of a career that has defined sport and excellence for a generation. Far from a typical sports memoir, this book offers unique wisdom to illuminate the path for anyone who wants to achieve their full potential and navigate life with clarity and purpose.

I Haaland graver forfatter Lars Sivertsen etter Erling Haalands røtter, gir leseren innsikt, og dukker ned i kjernen av det som får mannen fra Bryne til å score.I sin debutsesong for Manchester City har sensasjonen Erling Haaland satt fyr på fotballverdenen. Den 23 år gamle spissen, kjent for sin unike kombinasjon av fart og styrke, har redefinert kunsten å score.Den høyt ansette fotballjournalisten Lars Sivertsen følger Haalands utvikling til stjernestatus i denne biografien, en fortelling som begynner i Bryne der de begge vokste opp. Erling er sønn av tidligere Manchester City-spiller Alfie Haaland, og startet sin reise i hjemklubben Bryne FK i 2016 og flyttet senere til Molde FK, Red Bull Salzburg og Borussia Dortmund, før Manchester City meldte sin ankomst til Premier League.I sin første Premier League-sesong med Manchester City knuste Haaland rekorder og oppnådde sin ultimate drøm: å vinne The Treble med klubben i hans hjerte. Denne prestasjonen befester hans status som et av de mest eksepsjonelle talentene i fotballhistorien, og viser at en gutt fra Bryne virkelig kan erobre fotballens verden.]]>

Agent Barry Silkman tells the incredible story ofhis career from player to agent with colourful anecdotes of all the characters heencountered along the way, along with some touching, personal recollections of hislife so far.

Some players epitomise the ethos of a football club and, for Celtic FC, Murdo MacLeod is one of those players.

From Davy Russell's early life in Youghal to his winning ride on Tiger Roll in the 2018 Grand National, this book has it all. Capturing the highs of an incredible career as a top jockey, from the adrenaline rush of winning the Grand National twice, the Cheltenham Gold Cup and the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris, it also dwells on the devastating blows that Davy experienced through injury and shows his huge resilience and strength of character. In the book, Davy tells of his years on the point-to-point scene, his big move to England and his first Cheltenham victory in 2006, his experiences at Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown Stud as the number one rider, working with Gordon Elliot, his charity work with Hurling for Cancer Research, and his retirement. It is a truly remarkable journey written by the most entertaining jockey in the business.

Under his leadership Spurs famously won the League and Cup Double in 1961, the FA Cup again in 1962 and 1967, the League Cup in 1971 and 1972, the European Cup Winners Cup in 1963 (the first English team to win a European trophy) and the UEFA Cup in 1972. The book covers Bill's upbringing in Yorkshire, his move to London as a young man after the War to play for Spurs, his time as a player in the famous Push-and-Run championship team in the early 50s with team mates such as Alf Ramsey, and on to his promotion to Tottenham manager in the late 50s and the successful career that followed. Steve and Norman use conversations with Bill to explore what made him a great manager and a great man. The most successful manager in Tottenham's history - the establishment never rewarded him with a knighthood, despite campaigns from the public, but Spurs fans feel he should be 'Sir' Bill.

KLIM, the moving autobiography from Michael Klim, delves into the life of the legendary swimmer, exploring his triumphs, challenges and extraordinary resilience in and beyond the swimming lanes.As one of Australia's most celebrated athletes, Michael Klim's impact extends far beyond the pool. Klim's journey to greatness began with his early years in Poland before his family immigrated to Australia. From a young age, Klim displayed an extraordinary talent for swimming, honing his skills through rigorous training and competition. He burst onto the international scene in the late 1990s, becoming a dominant force in butterfly and freestyle events.His crowning moment came at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, where he captured the hearts of millions with his gold medal performances and world record-breaking swims. Klim's success continued on the world stage, earning numerous medals at World Championships and Commonwealth Games, solidifying his status as one of the greatest swimmers of his generation.Beyond his athletic achievements, Klim's personal life has been equally compelling. His transition to entrepreneurship and family life provides insight into the challenges and rewards of life beyond the pool. In recent years, he has faced significant health struggles, including battles with injury and a life-altering autoimmune disorder. Yet, through determination and perseverance, Klim has emerged stronger, embracing his experiences as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.KLIM offers readers an eye-opening account of Michael Klim's extraordinary life, highlighting the enduring legacy of a true sporting icon. From the heights of Olympic glory to the depths of personal adversity, Klim's story serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, passion, and the human spirit.

A celebration of one of Geelong's top sporting heroes.

Ultrarunner Jen Scotney has achieved podium finishes in some of the UK's toughest races and now has her sights firmly set on the Pennine Way record. Running Through the Dark is much more than a running book, it is a story about resilience, about never giving up, and about battling through the night and always believing that there will be a new dawn.

Frank. Våg å feile er en ærlig og oppriktig bok om å stå trygt i seg selv. Med sin historie vil Frank Løke inspirere, motivere og kanskje også sjokkere. En sterk motivasjon for ham har vært jakten på stolthetsfølelsen.Frank Løke kom inn i norsk rampelys som en av verdens beste strekspillere på det norske håndballandslaget, men avisoverskriftene dreide seg vel så mye om pøbelstreker og fyllearresten som ballfølelse og nettkjenning. Siden ble han både elsket og hatet i TV-verdenen, og en gjenganger på resultatlistene i hardhauskonkurranser over hele landet. På toppen av listen, eller helt i bunn, alt for å forberede seg til å utfordre verdens høyeste fjell.Hvordan gikk han fra å være håndballens badboy til å bli eventyrer og våghals? Hva skjedde egentlig på Skal vi danse, og hva er det som driver ham til å sette livet på spill i stadig nye vågestykker?I boka Frank. Våg å feile forteller han sin historie.