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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Comoros at the Olympics, Football in Comoros, Comoros National Football Team, Comoros at the 2008 Summer Olympics, Fédération Comorienne de Football, Comoros at the 2004 Summer Olympics, Comoros at the 1996 Summer Olympics, Comoros at the 2000 Summer Olympics. Excerpt: The Comoros national football team is the national football team of Comoros, which is controlled by the Fédération Comorienne de Football. It was formed in 1979, joined CAF in 2003, and became a FIFA member in 2005. The first matches with full FIFA recognition were Arab Cup 2009 qualifying matches in Yemen in December 2006, and included a 4-2 victory over Djibouti, which is considered the largest win in the Comorian team's history. In 2007, Comoros first entered qualification for the World Cup and the African Nations Cup for the 2010 tournaments, but lost in the preliminary round 2-10 on aggregate to Madagascar. The following players were called up for the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification. ... More: http://booksllc.net/?id=2681102 ... Read more

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Explains why cities dig deep in their pockets to host the Olympics and countries breed teams for success on the world soccer stage. ... Read more

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Cultural History of Sports
This is a collection of essays about the effects that major sports events have had on countries that hosted the events. The Olympics and Football World Cup are featured, and the authors of each essay explore different aspects of how each society reacted to some peculiar facet of the experience. In Argentina during the 1978 World Cup, a brutal repression of leftist dissidence was going on while the home country was battling for the trophy they eventually won. The author explains how the Cup experience unified even those being imprisoned and tortured with their right wing captors in the headiness of nationalist sports fervor. Similarly, another essay looks at the way South Korea's and Japan's peoples behaved during the joint World Cup they co-hosted in 2002; whereas the Japanese were reserved to the point of banning street viewings on large screen TVs of the matches, the Koreans enthusiastically embraced the tournament that saw their squad advance to the semi-finals. Some essays are more interesting than others, always an issue with such collections of varying writing skills. But all in all a useful summary of the cultural impact that global sports can have. ... Read more

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In the late 1920s, Frenchman Jules Rimet had a grand vision for a global soccer tournament: he named it the World Cup. Just 13 teams contested the inaugural tournament in 1930, and the hosts Uruguay were to emerge as the winners. From these tentative beginnings, the World Cup has grown exponentially into a truly all-embracing international competition, involving some 200 countries and spanning every continent on the planet. It has provided the stage for such soccer legends as Bobby Charlton, Eusebio, Franz Beckenbauer, Johan Cruyff, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo and the incomparable Pele, and has furnished many soccer fans with their most cherished sporting memories. It is the biggest prize in competitive team sport.

The Treasures of the World Cup tells the story of the quadrennial festival of world soccer. It comprises an authoritative narrative account of each of the 17 tournaments to have taken place to date. The reportage is complemented by features on the superstars and the memorable moments for each of the finals, together with maps of the venues and results boxes. It also contains over 30 facsimile items of rare soccer memorabilia integrated into the pages of the book. The reader can relive the dramatic events that have entranced the watching millions by holding and examining soccer programs, game tickets, posters, stickers, postcards and items of correspondence, which until now have remained filed or exhibited in the National Football Museum in Preston, England, and other private collections around the world. Many of these items are newly researched and previously unpublished. ... Read more

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Football is the most popular sport in Argentina, it hasmore registered players than any other sport (540.000 in2002, equivalent to 1.4% of the population) and it is themost popular recreational sport played from childhood intoold age. The percentage of Argentines that declareallegiance to an Argentine football club is about 90%. Football was introduced to Argentina in the latter half ofthe 19th century by the British immigrants in Buenos Aires.The first Argentine league was contested in 1891, making itone of the oldest leagues outside Great Britain . TheArgentine Football Association (AFA) was formed in 1893 andis the eight oldest in the world. Argentina is one of theseven countries to have won the football World Cup havingdone so in 1978 and 1986. They have also won thecontinental tournament Copa América on fourteen occasions.At youth level the Argentina Olympic football team has wontwo Gold Medals (2004 and 2008) and the Argentina Under-20team has won a record six FIFA U-20 World Cups. At clublevel Argentine teams have won the most IntercontinentalCups and the most Copa Libertadores. ... Read more

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The culture of Croatia has roots in a long history: the Croatian people have been inhabiting the area for fourteen centuries, but there are important remnants of the earlier periods still preserved in the country. Ancient monuments from the Paleolithic era are very poor and consist of simple stone and bone objects. Some of the earliest remaining historical features include 100,000 year old bones of a Neandertal man near Krapina. The most interesting Copper Age or Eneolithic finds are from Vu?edol culture . Out of that culture sprung out Bronze Age Vinkovci culture that is recognizable by bronze fibulas that were replacing objects like needles and buttons. Bronze Age culture of Illyrians, ethnic group with distinct culture and art form started to organize itself in 7th century BC. Numerous monumental sculptures are preserved, as well as walls of citadel Nezakcijnear Pula, one of numerous Istrian cities from Iron Age. ... Read more

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Learn about Pelé with iMinds insightful knowledge series.

Edson Arantes do Nascimento is one of the most successful sports players in history.You probably know this Brazilian soccer player by his nickname – Pelé.Pelé played soccer professionally for 20 years between 1957 and 1977.In this time he went from being a young sporting prodigy to the most admired and distinguished soccer player in history.Pelé referred to his beloved sport as “the beautiful game” and he is one of soccer history’s star players.In his accomplished career, he displayed such skill and talent that he won awards spanning all sporting fields.In 1999, the International Olympic Committee named Pelé the “Athlete of the Century”.

iMinds brings targeted knowledge to your eReading device with short information segmentsto whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. ... Read more

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Football in 1903 was vastly different from the slick spectacle we watch every Sunday afternoon on TV in the fall. It was a brutal, nonstop war fought by young men and boys on muddy high school and college fields across America. Bloody faces, broken bones, concussions and the shockingly high risk of death were the main attraction for hometown fans. The level of violence nearly got the sport banned in 1902, were it not for the intervention of President Teddy Roosevelt.

In a well-researched true story, we learn how Coach Clayton Teetzel introduces the modern concepts of speed, intelligence and strategy to this brawlers’ game, and also instills character in his players. Creatively told in the voice of Fletcher Van Horn, the unlikely quarterback of his high-school football team, this inspiring story depicts the down-and-dirty details of how early football was played. At the same time, the culture of small-town life in turn-of-the-century America is displayed with unabashed honesty-the hopes, dreams and harsh realities of a community who pulled together while rooting for their team.

The story of how an undersized high school sophomore leads his team to victory is a classic tale of overcoming adversity and the triumph of the underdog. It is also a unique and masterfully told account of a time and a game few know-with tremendous appeal to both sports fans and history buffs. As Friday Night Lights did for modern high-school football, The Way We Played the Game establishes itself as the classic account of football’s crude beginnings.
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A great read for all ages, especially if you like football and/or history!
I first heard this book read on National Public Radio's "Radio Reader" program. I was enthralled with the history of high school football. I've since given a copy to my 14 year old son, 45 year old brother in-law, and 80 year old aunt, and ALL have greatly enjoyed the book!! The descriptions of the game as told by the quarterback are vivid...one hangs on every word rooting for the home team. It was great to read of teams in familiar places like Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Ann Arbor, as well as the intimidation felt towards the U.P. powerhouse teams (they were a bunch of miners' sons!) from Ishpeming and Escanaba.

Exciting, authentic read
This is a beautifully written, exciting football story with well-researched background of the town, the state, and the 1903 period.(I graduated from the High School featured in the book.)

Excellent Book, I can't put it down
This is an excellent book for all ages. John Armstrong pulls you right in to a classic story about the 1902 Benton Harbor football team as they struggle through every dangerous, harsh game after another. This book is an excellent gift for football fans and even people who just share our passion and the love of the game. Football fan or not, this is an excellent novel and an excellent piece of culture. After you read this book, the games will never end.

A Wonderful Read
This book is fantastic, especially for someone who understands football.It is technical regarding football, but the story, which is true, develops beautifully.I couldn't put this book down, and I absolutely fell in love with the characters.I would recommend this book to anyone who loves great books and great football. ... Read more

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Zinedine Zidane. ‘The best player ever in History’
Zinedine Zidane ‘The best player ever in History’ Chevalier (Knight) of the Légion d'honneur in 1998, promoted to Officier (Officer) in 2009 "Zidane is one of the greatest players in history, a truly magnificent player." World Cups: France 1998 (1st), Korea/Japan 2002, Germany 2006 (2nd) FIFA World Cup (1998) UEFA European Football Championship (2000) Intercontinental Cup (1996, 2002) UEFA Super Cup (1996, 2002) Italian Super Cup (1997) Italian Serie A (1997, 1998) UEFA Champions League (2002) Spanish La Liga (2003) Spanish Super Cup (2003) French Young Footballer of the Year (1994) Italian Serie A Foreign Footballer of the Year (1997, 2001) European Footballer of the Year (1998) FIFA World Player of the Year (1998, 2000, 2003) World Soccer Player of the Year (1998) French Footballer of the Year (1998, 2002) UEFA European Football Championship MVP (2000) UEFA Club Footballer of the Year (2002) FIFA World Cup Best Player (2006) Full name Zinedine Yazid Zidane .

ISBN: 978-0-557-70250-3
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Zinedine Zidane. The best player ever in history
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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Football (Soccer) in Palau, Palau at the Olympics, Rugby Union in Palau, Palau at the 2008 Summer Olympics, Palau National Football Team, Palau at the 2004 Summer Olympics, Palau at the 2000 Summer Olympics, Palau National Basketball Team. Excerpt: Palau competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. Palau's Olympic delegation was led by Frank Kyota, the President of the Palau National Olympic Committee, and consisted of five athletes, three team officials and four coaches. This was an increase from the nation's two previous appearances at the Summer Olympic Games; four athletes had been sent to both the Sydney and Athens Games. Palau's Olympic team was one of the 117 that won no medals at the Games. Palau was the 119th national team to enter the Beijing National Stadium in the parade of nations during the Opening Ceremony. The country's flag bearer was freestyle wrestler Elgin Loren Elwais, the first Palauan athlete to have qualified for a Games based on his own performances. At the Closing Ceremony athletes entered in a less formal style, led by the flag bearers of all the competing nations. The Palauan flag was carried by swimmer Amber Yobech. Palau had two competitors in the sport of athletics, one in each of the men's and women's 100 m sprints. Jesse Tamangrow finished seventh out of eight competitors in a heat which included eventual bronze medallist Walter Dix. Despite setting a new personal best time of 11.38 seconds he did not advance to the quarterfinals of the competition. In the women's event Peoria Koshiba finished eighth out of nine athletes in the first heat and did not advance to the next round. The 2008 Palau Olympic Team Amber Yobech, the youngest member of the team at age 17, was the sole Palauan representative ... More: http://booksllc.net/?id=16110909 ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Encyclopedia of African-American Culture and History, 2nd ed., brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 4849 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.The Early Civilizations in the Americas Reference Library provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the regions of the American continents in which two of the world's first civilizations developed: Mesoamerica (the name for the lands in which ancient civilizations arose in Central America and Mexico) and the Andes Mountains region of South America (in present-day Peru and parts of Bolivia, northern Argentina, and Ecuador). In both regions, the history of civilization goes back thousands of years. ... Read more

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Discover the events and characters that have made Penn State football the perennial power it is today. Author Ken Rappoport puts you in the center of the action—on the 50-yard line, on a seat on the bench, and inside the locker room—to chronicle more than a century of Penn State football. This jam-packed volume features Penn State’s most remarkable football stories, from the first team in the 1880s to the celebrated Joe Paterno teams of the 20th century. With personal stories from players in the early 1900s about the "good old days" when quarterbacks were an endangered species, as well as recollections of more recent Penn State performers like Zach Mills, Shane Conlan, Blair Thomas, and more, Tales From Penn State Football will delight generations of fans. ... Read more

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Chapters: Olympic Council of Asia, Asian Athletics Association, Asian Rugby Football Union, Asian Carrom Confederation, Asian Weightlifting Federation, Confederation of Asia Roller Sports. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 27. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is a governing body of sports in Asia, currently with 45 member National Olympic Committees. The current president is Sheikh Fahad Al-Sabah. The oldest NOC is from Japan, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1912; whereas East Timor is the newest, joining in 2003. The headquarters of OCA are located at Kuwait City. In the following table, the year in which the NOC was recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is also given if it is different from the year in which the NOC was created. The NOC for Macau, China is recognized by the OCA, but is not recognized by the IOC and does not compete in the Olympic Games. Israel was excluded from the Olympic Council of Asia upon its re-incorporation in 1981. Israel is now a member of European Olympic Committees (EOC). ...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=3285568 ... Read more

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For The Glory is the true story of Babe Slater and Rudy Scholz, opposites in many ways, who starred in the US Olympic rugby teams that shocked the world by winning gold medals at the Antwerp Games of 1920 and the Paris Games of 1924. It required nerve for quiet farmer Babe to return to Belgium just two years after witnessing the horrors of World War One there. Rudy had been desperate to play a part in that war but had missed out on the action. There was more frustration for little Scholz, by now a silver-tongued lawyer, when gentle giant Slater was elected 1924 US rugby captain ahead of him. Rudy didn't even want to play in the Paris showdown against the French favourites at the so-calledChariots of Fire' games. What happened to bring Rudy back into line just before the French turned the 1924 Olympic final into a bloody riot? How did Scholz cope when he was finally confronted by the horrors of war on Okinawa during World War Two, and how did he manage to play rugby until he was 83? Read about the extraordinary experiences of Rudy and Babe, then decide for yourself where the glory lies in sport or war. Mark Ryan is a writer and sports journalist.His books include Justine Henin: From Tragedy to Triumph and Fabio Capello: The Man, The Dream, The Inside Story, both published by JR Books, as well as The Hornet's Sting: The Amazing Untold Story of Second World War Spy Thomas Sneum. ... Read more