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Learn about the record-breaking career of basketball superstar Caitlin Clark in this Who HQ Now biography featuring newsmakers and trending topics. Point guard Caitlin Clark took the world of college basketball by storm when she began playing for the University of Iowa in 2020, earning 27 points...

Marcenia “TOMBOY” Stone loved nothing more than baseball. But her parents wanted her to twirl in ice skates, not steal bases in cleats. When their local priest convinced Tomboy’s parents she could play for the church team, she got her chance! Her coaches and teammates made her feel unwelcome because she was Black and a girl. But unstoppable Tomboy ignored their taunts, learned the rule book better than her teammates, and scored runs. When Tomboy grew up, she changed her name to Toni, and her passion for baseball never faded.

The evidence is overwhelming: Sports help girls grow into strong women. Both scientific studies and anecdotal evidence confirm that athletic girls not only grow up to be healthier, but they also learn teamwork, gain inner confidence, and grow into society's leaders. Sports help preteen and teenage girls make the right choices in a society that is sending them incredibly mixed messages about who they are supposed to be. Yet no one is speaking directly to these girls.

Roberto Clemente always loved baseball. Growing up in Carolina, Puerto Rico, he swung tree branches (since he didn’t have a bat) and hit tin cans. He was always batting, pitching, running, sliding. His dedication paid off when, at the age of 19, he was tapped for a major league team. First stop: chilly Montreal . . . where he warmed the bench and himself, longing to play baseball. Months later, he finally got his chance with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

When Althea Gibson first dreamed of joining the big American tennis leagues, she was denied because she was Black. Angela Buxton dreamed of joining the best tennis clubs in Britain, but she was rejected because she was Jewish. When Angela heard that Althea was coming to Britain to compete, she skipped school to see the match. If Althea didn't let hatred stop her from playing the game she loved, Angela wouldn't either.

Are you ready for the smackdown? Growing listeners can learn about professional wrestling superstars, their moves, and their victories in this low-level series. From signature moves to final pins, the action in this series is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats!

Glenn Burke, Game Changer features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of Major League Baseball and cheers from the crowds. An inspiring audiobook biography about Glenn Burke, the first Major League Baseball player to come out as gay...

¿Cuáles son las cualidades de un superhéroe? Con esta divertida historia musical te darás cuenta de que no hace falta volar para ayudar a la gente y hacer un mundo de paz. ¡Todos podemos ser mucho más! Basado en la producción de la compañía de teatro Teatro SEA, este audiolibro...

Ignite your child's curiosity and resilience with A Kid’s Guide to Extreme Sports Legends—even if they’ve never shown an interest in sports before!

— Самый молодой игрок национальной сборной. — Второе место за всю историю НХЛ по количеству забитых шайб. — Автор лучшего гола в НХЛ. — Единственный хоккеист, который девять раз выигрывал приз лучшему снайперу — "Морис Ришар Трофи". — Самый титулованный хоккеист Европы по количеству индивидуальных призов. — Обладатель Кубка Стэнли. Сегодня этого человека знает весь мир. Он известен под прозвищем Alexander The Gr8 — то есть Александр Великий. Или Великая Восьмёрка. Или просто Ови. Но, как и все взрослые люди, когда-то он был ребёнком. И об этом ребёнке мы хотим тебе рассказать.

Henry Ford loved mechanical things: springs and gears, cogs and wheels, and things that clicked and ticked and turned. One hot summer day in 1876, Henry and his father were riding to Detroit in their farm wagon. Suddenly there was a huffing-puffing monster heading straight toward them. It was a...

This audiobook is packed with 30 thrilling soccer stories perfect for young listeners. It introduces them to some of the world’s most famous soccer stars and shows what makes these athletes special on and off the field. Through these stories, kids will learn how these players became legends, overcame challenges, and made a difference in the world.

Doing gymnastics, Ágnes Keleti feels free—until the day her coach tells her there's a new law in Hungary barring Jewish athletes from the gym. Once Germany sends soldiers into Budapest, they are impossible to ignore and Ágnes hatches a plan. With identity papers from a Christian woman, she goes into hiding in a small farming village. She does housework for a family who support the Nazis, but she never stops dreaming of the day she will be able to compete at the Olympics.

In Candace Parker: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball’s Greatest Forwards, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of women's basketball's greatest forwards, Candace Parker.

Michel Jordan and LeBron James are both basketball legends. Both players led the NBA in points and won many league titles. But which player is the true NBA all-star? Dig into their careers, achievements, and stats to decide for yourself.

Tom Brady and Joe Montana are the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history. Together, they won 11 Super Bowl titles. But which Super Bowl-winning quarterback is the best? Compare their stats and careers, and then make your decision. Who will you choose? Let the smackdown begin!

Football fans celebrate the speed and power of superstar defensive linemen Aaron Donald and Reggie White. The athletes' skills have helped them win many awards and gain incredible stats. Compare their careers side-by-side to decide which NFL player really is the greatest on defense.

Tina Charles and Lisa Leslie have dominated women's basketball from the center of the court. But which player is the best of all time? Explore their careers in the WNBA and Olympic Games to decide for yourself who is the true all-star.

Stephen Curry and Magic Johnson are two of the most celebrated point guards in NBA history. From Johnson's passes to Curry's three-pointers, both players have standout stats. But who is better? Explore their career highlights to decide which athlete is the ultimate champion.

Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Peyton Manning are two of the most talented passers in NFL history. But which player is the best? Dive into their award-studded careers and impressive stats to pick your smackdown winner.