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.

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Toughness : developing true strength on and off the courtTHE SOFTBALL PITCHING EDGETHE BOYS IN THE BOAT : nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 OlympicsIT'S TIME! : my 360 view of the UFC365 golf tips & tricks from the prosClass A : baseball in the middle of everywhere

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Recent Sports Blog Posts

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Sports Novels for Young Adults

Chris Crutcher’s recent visit to the library reminded me how much of an impact his books, and other sports fiction, had on me while I was growing up.   Like many kids, I liked to read, but only if the books were about subjects in which I was interested.  Unfortunately for me, books on Bigfoot and [...]

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ESPN Films 30 For 30 Comes to the Library

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 rundown of the films in this series the library is in the process of acquiring.

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Fantasy Football Update From “The Freak”

Join local fantasy football expert Terry “The Freak” Blount as he recaps the young NFL season, gives updates about the library’s fantasy football league, and gives fantasy football advice for week 4.

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A Baseball Revolution With Kansas Roots

Bill James was a leader in rethinking the way Major League Baseball teams are put together. The new movie Moneyball is based upon the Michael Lewis book that looks at the way Billy Beane reshaped the small-market Oakland A’s using principles established by Bill James in order to compete with the wealthiest teams in the majors. The library is a great place to learn more about Bill James and his important work in reimagining the sport.

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Check Out Our Newest Sports Books

Check out some of the newest sports titles we have added to our collection. From baseball to poker, we have something of interest for fans of just about any sport.

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The Big Man in the Big Apple

Derek Jeter has been the face of the New York Yankees for nearly two decades. Ian O’Connor’s new biography is an excellent read for any baseball fan. The book provides a fresh look at this Yankee great known simply as “The Captain” as he moves into the final stage of his illustrious career.

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Topeka Fall Sports Schedules

In the mood to attend a sporting event in person? Check out some of the local high school and college fall sports schedules. Not only will you not have to travel far, but it also won’t cost you upwards of thirty dollars to park.

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Sports Documentaries

When most people think of sports movies they think of films like Bull Durham, Hoosiers, or Field of Dreams.  However, if you’ve seen the standard sports movies countless times and are looking for something new, the documentary section is a great option for entertaining and enlightening films about sports.  Here are some recommended titles from [...]

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Sports Collecting a Way to Remember Your Favorite Sports Memories

One person’s junk can always be another person’s treasure.  That statement rings true in a lot of ways.  But nowhere is it truer than in the world of collectibles.  Even a quick glance of the Library’s new Collectibles neighborhood, will render a crop of books on any subject imaginable. I collect sports collectibles.  Since I’m [...]

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Are You Ready For Fantasy Football?

The library has all of your fantasy football needs covered for the upcoming season with a Fantasy Football Strategies program presented by WIBW’s Terry Blount and Bruce Steinbrock, as well as our own fantasy league we want you to join!