Sports

Getting you acquainted with our sports collection here at the library, we highlight some of the outstanding resources and materials we have at the library for the many different types of sports fans that are out there. This blog will also discuss local, state wide, and national sports events, as well as any programs or speakers we have coming up at the library which would appeal to sports fans.

Featured Sports Titles

365 golf tips & tricks from the prosClass A : baseball in the middle of everywhereIt's time! : my 360-degree view of the UFCEleven rings : the soul of successFANTASY LIFE : the outrageous, uplifting, and heartbreaking world of fantasy sports from the guy who's lived itThe boys in the boat : nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

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Recent Sports Blog Posts

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More ESPN 30 For 30 Films

In celebration of its first 30 years of existence, ESPN has come out with 30 sports films, several of which have been directed by accomplished filmmakers. This is a list of the titles the library has just recently ordered, and will be on the shelves soon.

Longest Game

Remembering the NFL’s Longest Game Ever

A few weeks ago Nathan posted about how a lot of his memories of Thanksgiving center on eating a lot and watching football on TV.  Well in that vein I wanted to copy the idea and give you my sports memory of Christmas Day. Unfortunately mine is not a happy memory.  First off there are not all that [...]

Baseball Hall of Fame

Baseball Hall of Fame

While the NBA and NFL Hall of Fame are certainly revered, no hall of fame inspires the amount of passion, discussion, and argument as much as the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY.  Every year fans and journalists discuss the merits of their favorite players and argue about who should and shouldn’t go in. [...]

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Topeka Winter Hoops Schedules

The basketball season is underway, and if you’re wanting to get out and take in some action on the hardwood this winter, you won’t have to leave Shawnee County!

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Thanksgiving Day Football Memories

Turkey, stuffing, and football? To Nate Thanksgiving Day wouldn’t be the same without taking in the Thursday afternoon NFL action on the gridiron. Join him as he shares his favorite football memories from Turkey Day.

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Are You All In?

Whether you’re a hard core poker player, or a beginner, the library has DVDs and books that can help you improve your game.

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My Country Comes First, Athletes Who Served in the Military

Each person who serves in the military makes a sacrifice. Here is a list of some of the notable athletes who stepped away from the life of an athlete to serve their country. These people, along with countless others, deserve to be in our thoughts this month as our nation honors veterans. Bob Feller. At the [...]