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Rising Above - The Blake Griffin Story

Author : Teresa Martins

Publisher : Independently Published

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 37,52 MB

Release : 2024-04-17

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN :

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RISING ABOVE: INSIDE THEJOURNEY OF AN NBA ICON Step into the riveting journey of Blake Griffin, a towering figure both on and off the basketball court. In this captivating biography, you'll discover the remarkable story of a man who defied expectations, shattered barriers, and left an indelible mark on the world of sports. From his early days honing his skills on the courts of Oklahoma to becoming a household name in the NBA, Griffin's path is one of relentless determination and unwavering passion. Delve into the highs and lows of his career, from electrifying slam dunks to overcoming injuries and setbacks with resilience and grace. What You Will Learn: The early years: Uncovering the roots of Blake Griffin's passion for basketball and the challenges he overcame to pursue his dreams Rise to stardom: Explore the pivotal moments and defining games that catapulted Griffin into the spotlight, including his electrifying dunks and game-changing plays. Off the court: Gain insights into Griffin's philanthropic endeavors, advocacy work, and his impact beyond basketball. Legacy in the making: Reflect on Griffin's enduring influence on the game, his community, and the next generation of athletes. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and empowered by the remarkable journey of Blake Griffin. Through compelling storytelling and vivid anecdotes, this biography paints a vivid portrait of a modern sports icon. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast, a fan of underdog stories, or simply seeking inspiration, this book offers a glimpse into the life of a true champion. Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and moved. Join us on this unforgettable journey and discover the essence of Blake Griffin's remarkable legacy. Get your copy of "RISING ABOVE: The Blake Griffin Story" today and embark on a transformative reading experience that will stay with you long after the final page."



Rising Above

Author : Gregory Zuckerman

Publisher : Philomel Books

Page : 258 pages

File Size : 22,84 MB

Release : 2016-05-03

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 039917382X

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"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, Rising Above will serve as a must-read source of inspiration for kids and sports fans of all ages"--



Blake Griffin

Author : Bill Redban

Publisher : CreateSpace

Page : 54 pages

File Size : 46,8 MB

Release : 2014-02-26

Category :

ISBN : 9781508425564

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Discover The Inspirational Story of Basketball Superstar Blake Griffin!Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device!You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Blake Griffin. If you're reading this then you must be a Blake Griffin fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Blake Griffin is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career. This book will reveal to you much about Blake Griffin's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Youth and Family Life High School and College Career Professional Career and Personal Life Legacy, Charitable Acts and much more! If you want to learn more about Blake Griffin, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible basketball star!About the Author:Inspirational Stories is a series aimed at highlighting the great athletes of our society. Our mission is to present the stories of athletes who are not only impactful in their sport, but also great people outside of it. The athletes we write about have gone above and beyond to become impactful in their community and great role models for the youth, all while showing excellence in their profession. We publish concise, easily consumable books that portray the turning points in the lives of these great athletes, while also giving the context in which they occurred. Our books are especially great for children who look up to sports figures. Hopefully these athletes can serve as a source of inspiration and their stories can provide life lessons that are practical for fans of any demographic.



Blake Griffin: the Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Dominant Power Forwards

Author : Clayton Geoffreys

Publisher :

Page : 60 pages

File Size : 45,8 MB

Release : 2014-11-14

Category :

ISBN : 9781503240179

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Learn the Incredible Story of the Los Angeles Clipper's Star Power Forward Blake Griffin Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! In Blake Griffin: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Dominant Power Forwards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Blake Griffin. This short unauthorized biography of Blake Griffin highlights incredible ascent to almost winning the Most Valuable Player award in the 2013-2014 NBA season. The arrival of Blake Griffin for the Los Angeles Clippers marked the turning point for a traditionally bottom-feeder franchise. Now, alongside the leadership of Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and the Clippers have become a formidable team in the Western Conference, intimidating teams with stylish alley-oop passes and dominating performances by Griffin. A franchise once lottery-bound has become one of the hottest franchises in the NBA today. Read on to learn about Blake Griffin's journey into the league from his childhood growing up alongside a talented brother, to his college years at Oklahoma before ultimately propelling into the NBA. Here is a preview of what is inside this book: Childhood and High School Years College Years at Oklahoma Blake Griffin's NBA Career Griffin's Personal Life Blake Griffin's Impact on Basketball Blake Griffin's Legacy & Future An excerpt from the book: If you regularly watch ESPN SportsCenter's daily top 10 plays then there's a good chance that you have seen a lot of Los Angeles Clippers' power forward Blake Griffin. In the span of his young and promising career, Blake Griffin's flurry of electrifying, death defying, posterizing dunks have been his main source of fame. Measuring at 6 feet 10 inches and weighing 250 pounds combined with otherworldly athleticism and leaping ability; Griffin is an impressive physical specimen. Along with running mates NBA All-Star point guard Chris Paul and fellow dunking dervish DeAndre Jordan, Griffin is at the center of the moniker he himself coined for the team, "Lob City". His humiliation efforts of fellow big men Timofey Mozgov, Kendrick Perkins and Pau Gasol have generated almost six million YouTube views. He won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 2011 by leaping over a car and then slamming the ball down while being serenaded by a choir singing R. Kelly's "I Believe I Can Fly". He has also been featured in numerous commercials and advertisements for brands such as Kia (who sponsors the slam dunk contest) and Subway.However, his best ability has also begotten his greatest criticism. Many basketball experts, including hall of fame power forward Charles Barkley; have dismissed Griffin of being a one-dimensional dunker. They claim that he doesn't have a refined post-up game, relies too much on his physical gifts and has limited basketball acumen. His poor free-throw shooting and playoff struggles so far haven't helped his case either. Even contemporaries dislike his tough guy on-court persona, the way he looks at his opponents with a stone-cold expression after his dunks and his alleged constant flopping. Zach Randolph of the Memphis Grizzlies called Griffin an "actor" prior to a 2012 playoff matchup. Tags: Blake Griffin, Los Angeles Clippers, Chris Paul, Doc Rivers, Oklahoma Basketball, DeAndre Jordan, Steve Ballmer, Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard, Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, Tim Duncan, Serge Ibaka, Kenneth Faried



"Blake Griffin

Author : Pamela A Rameriz

Publisher : Independently Published

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 29,82 MB

Release : 2024-06-28

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN :

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BLAKE GRIFFIN: DUNKING DESTINY By Pamela A. Rameriz Step into the electrifying world of Blake Griffin, where gravity-defying dunks and relentless determination meet in an inspiring tale of athletic prowess and personal triumph. "BLAKE GRIFFIN: DUNKING DESTINY" by Pamela A. Rameriz captures the essence of one of basketball's most dynamic stars, offering readers an exclusive look into the life and legacy of an NBA icon. From his humble beginnings in Oklahoma to his meteoric rise as the face of the "Lob City" Clippers, Blake Griffin's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Discover the roots of his passion, the challenges he overcame, and the milestones that defined his career. Rameriz's vivid storytelling brings to life the sweat, sacrifice, and sheer willpower that propelled Griffin to the pinnacle of professional basketball. Explore behind-the-scenes stories, personal anecdotes, and in-depth analyses that reveal the man behind the legend. Learn how Griffin's innovative playing style transformed the game and inspired a new generation of athletes. This book not only celebrates his on-court achievements but also delves into his off-court endeavors, showcasing his contributions to the community and his ventures beyond basketball. Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan, a sports enthusiast, or someone who loves a compelling biography, "BLAKE GRIFFIN: DUNKING DESTINY" is a must-read. Get your copy today and embark on a captivating journey through the highs and lows of one of basketball's brightest stars. Join Blake Griffin in his relentless pursuit of greatness and discover the destiny he's been dunking towards all his life. Embrace the legacy. Order "BLAKE GRIFFIN: DUNKING DESTINY" now!



Then There Was Nia

Author : Marian Olivia Heath Griffin

Publisher : Xlibris Corporation

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 41,66 MB

Release : 2018-12-20

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1984573349

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The history of people must be told to their children. Each child who is born into a family has an oral and written history, which we should present to our children and not hide it under a bushel. This book is a sequel to Cultural Gumbo, Our Roots, Our Stories and A Diary of Lettie’s Daughter. I have used my family members to tell the stories because I can trace their footsteps through oral and documented tradition and history.



Tuff Juice

Author : Caron Butler

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 249 pages

File Size : 48,79 MB

Release : 2015-09-24

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1493023829

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Two-time All-Star and thirteen-year NBA veteran Caron Butler has an impressive basketball record. He was Big East Co-Player of the Year at UConn, the 10th overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft and a key player for the Dallas Mavericks in their championship-winning season in 2011. But before Butler had a chance to prove himself on the court, he spent his time trying to prove himself on the streets, as a gang member and drug dealer in his hometown of Racine, Wisconsin. He saw friends gunned down in the bloody street wars near his home, was arrested nearly 15 times and wound up behind bars and in solitary confinement before his 15th birthday. Tuff Juice shares Caron Butler’s extraordinary journey from his delinquent youth in the streets of Racine to his role as an accomplished pro basketball player, dedicated husband and father, active philanthropist and burgeoning businessman. Along the way, the book explores the incredible impact his single mother’s unconditional love and his college coach’s unwavering support had on him, and what drives him to be so successful in basketball and in life. Like The Blind Side, it’s a gripping narrative filled with hubris, dangerous obstacles and heartwarming moments that transcend sports and speak to perseverance, hope and the triumph of the human spirit.



Anti-Catholicism and Nineteenth-Century Fiction

Author : Susan M. Griffin

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 306 pages

File Size : 50,44 MB

Release : 2004-07-29

Category : Literary Criticism

ISBN : 9780521833936

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Griffin analyses anti-Catholic fiction written between the 1830s and the turn of the century in both Britain and America.



Scholastic Year in Sports 2014

Author : James Buckley Jr.

Publisher : Scholastic Inc.

Page : 196 pages

File Size : 22,9 MB

Release : 2013-11-26

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 0545562600

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The must-have book for sports lovers! For sport fans everywhere, the 2014 edition of Year in Sports features an exciting new cover, full-color action photographs throughout, completely updated facts and stats, brand-new interior design, new chapter openers, and new Top 10 moments from lists from the past year in sports. With info about all of the top athletes, championships, and legends from the major and secondary sports. If you love sports, then you have to have this book.



Linspired

Author : Mike Yorkey

Publisher : Zondervan

Page : 140 pages

File Size : 39,24 MB

Release : 2013-02-12

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 0310337534

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Linspired reveals the remarkable journey of the ultimate underdog, Jeremy Lin, formerly of the New York Knicks, current superstar point guard of the Houston Rockets, and the first American-born player of Chinese/Taiwanese descent to play in the National Basketball Association. In spite of being cut by two NBA teams before he signed with the Knicks, Lin always trusted that God had a plan for his life and his talents. In an interview with Mike Yorkey, Lin says, "I'm not exactly sure how it is all going to turn out, but I know for a fact that God has called me to be here now in the NBA.” After weeks of sitting at the end of the bench, a teammate’s injury finally placed Lin on the court. Since then, he has captivated sports fans throughout the world with his tremendous skill and humble response to all the acclaim. Weighing in on this phenomenon are tennis’s Michael Chang, the first notable Asian-American athlete, Lin’s pastor, Stephen Chen, and Pat Williams, senior vice president of the Orlando Magic. Other features include eight pages of full-color photos and in-depth interviews with Lin himself, as well as an entirely new chapter detailing Jeremy’s move to the Rockets.