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Denver, Colorado: Original Publications, 1990. Classic comprehensive text presents the complete gridiron history of 100 years of University of Colorado football, the Rocky Mountain region's most prominent football school. Covers the early dynasties of Frederick Folsom through the modern day successes of Bill McCartney, and includes a detailed collection of 100 years of individual statistics and team records. Lavishly illustrated with over 250 photographs. Signed by Fred Casotti and Bill McCartney on front endpaper. 172 pgs. Dustjacket has a few closed edge tears and rubbing; dustjacket spine has a few small discoloration marks on the inside which are barely noticeable on the outside. In mylar. . Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice-Hall, 1975. Classic mountaineering text written in the format of a humorous play, contains topics in climbing techniques, climbing ethics and philosophy, climbing equipment, big wall climbs in Yosemite, the Downward Bound zone system, glossary of climbers, etc. Profusely illustrated. 204 pgs. Minimal shelfwear. No spine cracks. Prior owner's name on inside front cover.. First Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good. Illus. by Knauth,Beryl "Beasto". 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Edina, Minnesota: Snowshoe Press, 1999. Detailed text prsents a compelling biography of the Native American superstar, Henry Boucha, who became the state high school hockey sensation in 1969, and quickly moved up the ranks to a three-year National Team and Olympic stint, following with a brief NHL career, which abruptly ended in 1975 when he was brutally struck down by Dave Forbes of the Boston Bruins. 147 pgs. Illustrated. Signed by Henry Boucha on the half title page. Very minimal shelfwear. No spine cracks or creases. Scarce.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Original Wraps. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Champaign, Illinois: Leisure Press, 1991. This book includes training schedules for 15 events that can be adapted for any athlete, regardless of age, sex, or level. Part I, Foundations for the Training Program, presents the basics of sport training and conditioning, designing training programmes, the Oregon training schedule sheets, and testing team candidates. Part II, The Training Programs, includes these events: short sprints and relays, long sprint (400 metres), high hurdles, intermediate hurdles, middle distances (800 and 1500 metres and the mile), longer distances (cross country, steeplechase, 5000 metres and longer), high jump, long jump, triple jump, pole vault, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, hammer throw, and combined events. 243 pgs. Illustrated. Prior owner's name on front endpaper. Minimal shelfwear.. Second Edition. Soft Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Calabasas, CA.: National Academy of Sports Medicine, 2001. Comprehensive text presents detailed topics covering the scientific rationale for integrated training; integrated approach to client assessments; muscle-balance and dynamic-movement assessments; integrated flexibility training; self-myofascial release; flexibility for postural-distortion patterns; stabilization training concepts; optimum performance training; nutrition; energy; weight control programming; client program set-up and adjustments; etc. 258 pgs. Illustrated. Minimal shelfwear.. Second Edition. Hard Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: Stein & Day, 1981. Classic biographical text outlines Rocky Graziano's life from his early years growing up on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, amateur boxing competitions, juvenile deliquency, and eventual rise to middle-weight world boxing championship title. Includes his relationships with many of Hollywood's celebrities and eight presidents of the U.S., including Ronald Reagan whomhe is pictured with on the front dustjacket cover; television and artistic career. 260 pgs. Illustrated. Signed with Rocky Graziano's signature stamp "Champ" Rocky Graziano on front endpaper, including a presentation stamp to prior owner. Dustjacket in mylar.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. Illus. by . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

: F.A.Davis, 1993. Comprehensive text contains sections on the injury response process; thermal agents; electrical agents; mechanical agents; transmission of energy; trigger points and pain patterns; problem-solving approach; etc. 313 pgs. Illustrated. Minor random light highlighting. Very minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: McGraw-Hill, 2008. Tim McCarver’s Diamond Gems is a treasure trove of fabulous anecdotes from the many baseball celebrities who have appeared on "The Tim McCarver Show." A valuable mix of baseball history with a personal touch, this book is a natural for everyone who loves the game. Includes tales from baseball greats Sandy Koufax, Stan Musial, Hank Aaron, Ernie Banks, Willie Mays, Yogi Berra, Tom Seaver, Cal Ripken Jr., Johnny Bench, Don Mattingly, Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, Chipper Jones, David Wright, and many others. Signed by Tim Mc Carver on the front endpaper. 270 pgs. Tiny nick on the lower edge of front dustjacket cover. Dustjacket in mylar.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.