For those who love a true rags-to-riches underdog tale, this is about as good as it gets. 5.One Shot at Forever: A Small Town, an Unlikely Coach, and a Magical Baseball SeasonĪn extremely enjoyable book about communities and humble community games. A must-read for any die hard supporters of the sport. Interesting from start to finish and each story feels as if it has its own voice. 30 individual and unique stories that often go untold.

This is the perfect Christmas present for any baseball fans out there. 4.The Greatest Baseball Stories Ever Told: Thirty Unforgettable Tales from the Diamond From start to finish, this is an inspiring read that looks at both Bryant’s extraordinary talent and the man behind it. This book has become even more relevant in recent years after the passing of the basketball lessons. Our pick for any Kobe Bryant fans out there. This is simply a must-read for anyone out there with eyes! A unique and jaw-dropping tale that is not to be missed. 2.Cloudbuster Nine: The Untold Story of Ted Williams and the Baseball Team That Helped Win World War IIĪn absolute necessity read for baseball darlings, history buffs, and any individual who wants to be taken back to a period of genuine legends. A must-read for any NFL fans looking to gain a unique understanding of the birth of their beloved sport. The way the author weaved the narrative of the establishment and endurance of the NFL through the point of view of these five men was engaging from start to finish. 1.The League: How Five Rivals Created the NFL and Launched a Sports Empire

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Biography books football players and other athletes: other recommendations outside the top 10.

What do you find in these top 10 biographies of elite athletes?.

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

9.Shoot Your Shot: A Sport-Inspired Guide To Living Your Best Life.

8.The Story of Baseball: In 100 Photographs.

7.The Greatest Gambling Story Ever Told: A True Tale of Three Gamblers, The Kentucky Derby, and the Mexican Cartel.

6.The Ultimate Football Trivia Book: 600 Questions for the Super-Fan.

5.One Shot at Forever: A Small Town, an Unlikely Coach, and a Magical Baseball Season.

4.The Greatest Baseball Stories Ever Told: Thirty Unforgettable Tales from the Diamond.

2.Cloudbuster Nine: The Untold Story of Ted Williams and the Baseball Team That Helped Win World War II.

1.The League: How Five Rivals Created the NFL and Launched a Sports Empire.

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