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Snowboard Champ

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 79 pages

File Size : 40,76 MB

Release : 2007-10-15

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 031603049X

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When Matt Harper moves in with his uncle while his mother works for the government in a mysterious job overseas, he knows his life will change. But so long as he can hit the slopes with his snowboard, Matt figures he'll get along okay. But then he has a run-in with Riley, his new school's best snowboarder. Soon, rumors are being spread about Matt's past and challenges are being made. Will Matt be able to clear his name before Riley's campaign to ruin him snowballs out of control?



Snowboard Maverick

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 76 pages

File Size : 41,5 MB

Release : 2009-12-19

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0316095311

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Dennis O'Malley is a master on his skateboard. Although everyone else he knows skis all winter, a bad skiing accident has left him afraid to try it again. But when his friend Tasha gets a new snowboard, Dennis begins to wonder if he can turn his skateboarding abilities into snowboarding abilities. As he tries to develop his skills, he is challenged by rival snowboarders who make him doubt himself on his board. Can Dennis overcome his fears on the slopes in time to prove them wrong?



Brenna Huckaby

Author : Emma Carlson Berne

Publisher : Capstone Press

Page : 33 pages

File Size : 46,52 MB

Release : 2021

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1496695291

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Brenna Huckaby was diagnosed with bone cancer at 14 years old and had her right leg amputated above the knee. That could have been the end of her sports career. Instead, the former gymnast took a different route. She fell in love with snowboarding and went on to become a gold-medal Paralympian. Learn how she overcame obstacles to make it to the top of the podium in this inspiring biography.



Snowboarding

Author : Matt Barr

Publisher : Gareth Stevens

Page : 58 pages

File Size : 30,62 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780836889635

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An introduction to the history, gear, locations, moves, famous personnel, and competitive aspects of the sport of snowboarding.



Snowboard Showdown

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 79 pages

File Size : 43,8 MB

Release : 2009-12-19

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0316094293

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Freddie and his brother Dondi have always been competitive. Dondi has a job, money to spend, and girls chasing after him, and now he can even drive! But Freddie knows that he has something his brother does not: better snowboarding moves, more daring runs, and overall more advanced techniques. When Dondi challenges his brother to a run clown the very dangerous Devil's Ravine, Freddie knows his brother has raised the stakes of their competition too high. Yet he is left with a problem: does he accept Dondi's challenge and potentially hurt himself, or does he back away? If Freddie is leery of Devil's Ravine, then how will Dondi fare on the slopes? The run is very risky, and Freddie must now decide if this brotherly competition, and opportunity to outshine his brother, is really worth it.



28 Day Winter

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Publisher : powerHouse Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 32,58 MB

Release : 2007-11-01

Category : Photography

ISBN : 9781576874189

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Every year the Burton snowboard team travels south chasing snow. 28 Day Winter: A Snowboarding Narrative documents a specific moment in time: August 2006, when Dean "Blotto" Gray, Jeff Curtes, and Adam Moran circled the globe with the world's best snowboarders. These young athletes, all between the ages of 15 and 30, comprise an elite team of Olympic gold medalists, legendary pioneers, and big mountain champions. Burton's photographers not only snowboarded right alongside these power players through the life-threatening courses and first descents down Methven and Wanaka, New Zealand and Termas De Chillan, Chile, capturing the airborne 720-degree rotations and flights across man-made and natural obstacles, but also accompanied them in their travels and downtime. An intimate and penetrating glance into the lives and feats of professional athletes, 28 Day Winter is an epic photographic narrative that captures these snowboarders pushing the limits of riding in the ultimate conditions, documents the ultimate trip, and inspires us all to ride. Snowboarders featured in the book include Terje Haakonsen, the Norwegian legend; Shaun White, the gnarly American Olympic gold medalist; Nicolas Muller, the Swiss freestyle champion; Kelly Clark, Olympic gold medalist and big mountain champion; Hannah Teeter, Olympic gold medalist; and Victoria Jalous, the Canadian wunderkind.



Hook Shot Hero

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 67 pages

File Size : 19,45 MB

Release : 2011-08-10

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0316205621

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Tim Daniels is back at Camp Wikasaukee with rest of the gang from Nothin' But Net, serving as a mentor to three young rookies, and he's got his hands full! He's still working on keeping his height from getting in the way of his game--he's shorter than most of the guys. Plus, he's got a bully on his hands, and he's got to find a way to inspire his campers. Good thing NCAA pro Dick Dunbar is there to help Tim with a super-cool shot that gives him the confidence to make his mark at camp. Packed with on the court action and useful lessons about the game, this is story that gets to the heart of what team sports are all about--and because it comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they're getting the best sports writing on the shelf.



Out at Second

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 59 pages

File Size : 42,3 MB

Release : 2011-02-08

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0316122947

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Should Manny keep his promise-even if it puts his friend in danger? When the Grizzlies' first basemen is sidelined two days before the playoffs, catcher Manny Griffin and second baseman Stu Fletcher take it upon themselves to help his replacement become a better player. The three practice together and all is going well-until a wild throw hits Stu right in the head! Manny gives his word to keep quiet, but a few days later, Stu starts acting funny. Now Manny faces a difficult decision: should he break his promise and let Stu and the team down... or keep silent and hope that he's not putting Stu in danger? Matt Christopher is the name young readers turn to when they're looking for fast-paced, action packed sports novels.



Football Double Threat

Author : Matt Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 59 pages

File Size : 16,86 MB

Release : 2008-09-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0316039918

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Rocky Fletcher is being stretched to his limit. Until recently, he'd only played wide receiver for the Pythons. Now his coaches want him to learn the safety position, too-a position that opened up when Bobby, Rocky's best friend, broke his leg. Even though he believes he is to blame for Bobby's injury, Rocky eagerly takes on the challenge of becoming a two-way player. After all, the only other player available is Jared, a sullen boy who switched from soccer to football this season. Yet as time goes on, it's Jared who excels at the position because, thanks to Bobby, Rocky keeps missing practices! What's going on between Rocky and Bobby-and why is Jared on the team when he clearly dislikes football so much? Football Double Threat combines the action and excitement of football with relatable issues about envy, loyalty, and friendship.



Behind the Desk with... Matt Christopher

Author : Dale Christopher

Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Page : 74 pages

File Size : 18,9 MB

Release : 2007-07-31

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 031602547X

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In 1954, Matt Christopher wrote and published The Lucky Baseball Bat and has since published more than one hundred twenty novels, making him the most prolific and bestselling sportswriter for children ever. With over 6 million copies sold, Matt's books have a permanent place in the hearts of young sports fans. Throughout 2004, we celebrate 50 years with Matt Christopher's own commemorative biography written by his son, Dale, in the tradition of the Matt Christopher Biography Bookshelf, with exclusive photos, original letters, and memorabilia.