CK - Sports 15

Please note: this title will publish in January 2012. This textbook explores the policies and practices employed in the management of people working in the tourism, hospitality and events industries……続きを見る

This collection of double barrel shotgun articles, published in the past 10 years in the Double Gun Journal and other publications, includes articles ranging from detailed, historical information ab……続きを見る

Der Playing Ability Test, kurz PAT, ist ein Spielvermögenstest für den Billardsport, der es ermöglicht Training und Leistungskontrolle zu verbinden. Neben einer Vielzahl von Trainingsübungen kann de……続きを見る

A long-term study providing rare insights into the precarious career and ordinary working culture of professional footballers. Away from the celebrity-obsessed media gaze, the work of a professional……続きを見る

From executive mentoring to life coaching, more and more people are turning to and/or training as coaches. Confident Coaching covers the principles, theories and practices of this crucial skill. It ……続きを見る

It was one thing for the Aussie cricket team to become world champions; staying No. 1 is a whole new ball game. 'When the Australian team talks about playing aggressively, we are committing ourselve……続きを見る

Few modern British sportsmen have fascinated the public more than Geoff Boycott. In this first comprehensive and balanced account of Boycott’s life – fully updated to include his battle against canc……続きを見る

Trout fishing is part of the history and heritage of the American Northeast and Canada, and this book adapts classic trout fishing strategies and techniques for anglers in this region, which is curr……続きを見る

The two men responsible for Collngwood's recent success dig to the core of what success - in sport and life in general - is all about in an inspirational book that transcends Australian Football. Th……続きを見る

Event Audiences and Expectations for the first time examines why people participate in festivals and events, the types of events which stimulate participation, and the fanatical antics of fans who b……続きを見る

Lacrosse is one of the nation's fastest-growing youth sports, and the girls' game is overtaking the boys'. Played with different rules and tactics, girls' lacrosse requires its own specialized guide……続きを見る

The late Victorian and Edwardian officer class viewed hunting and big game hunting in particular, as a sound preparation for imperial warfare. For the imperial officer in the making, the ‘blooding’ ……続きを見る

The first book of its kind dedicated to an assessment of the legality of boxing, The Legality of Boxing: A Punch Drunk Love? assesses the legal response to prize fighting and undertakes a current an……続きを見る

Aimed at those at the sharp end of contract grounds maintenance, this book will provide guidance for anyone unfamiliar with the process of contracting work out. Written in a clear and readable style……続きを見る

Rule #6: Free your mind and your legs will follow. THE VELOMINATI embrace cycling not as a pastime, but as a way of life, as obsessed with style, heritage, authenticity and wisdom as with performanc……続きを見る

This accessible book introduces students to the theories, concepts and skills required to promote an event successfully. To promote an event effectively it is essential to understand marketing, but ……続きを見る

Bill Veeck was an inspired team builder, a consummate showman, and one of the greatest baseball men ever involved in the game. His classic autobiography, written with the talented sportswriter Ed Li……続きを見る

An Introduction to Tourism is the essential guide to the tourism industry. It provides a comprehensive and authoritative introduction to all facets of tourism including: the history of tourism; fact……続きを見る

YORKSHIRE’S OLYMPIC HEROES HOW THE WHITE ROSE ATHLETES LIT UP LONDON 2012 NICK WESTBY GREAT NORTHERN BOOKS Olympians from Yorkshire made a huge impact on a memorable London 2012. Of the 65 medals th……続きを見る

The Perfect Coach is for anyone who coaches athletes. It discusses the pitfalls and experiences that two coaches have learned from their combined 26 years of coaching both high school and college sp……続きを見る

An insider history of the Indianapolis Clowns, sometimes referred to as the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball The Indianapolis Clowns were a black touring baseball team that featured an entertaining ……続きを見る

The everyday makeup of contemporary sport is increasingly characterised by a perceived explosion of 'deviance' - violence, drug taking, racism, homophobia, misogyny, corruption and excess. Whereas o……続きを見る

Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Veeck (1914–86) was an inspired team builder, a consummate showman, and one of the greatest baseball men ever involved in the game. Bill Veeck’s Crosstown Classic, drawn ……続きを見る

A sports performance and training book from five times British Field Archery Champion Jackie Wilkinson. Jackie has held several British records competed at international level many times and enjoye……続きを見る

Who has the worst swing of any successful golfer? Which novice helped Bruce Fordyce win his first Comrades? How will Eskom improve Bafana Bafana’s chances in the 2010 FIFA World Cup? Which Springbok……続きを見る

"An accessible and different guide for students and practitioners alike... I′m sure that it will become a standard reference text for sports management" - Peter Taylor, Sport Industry Research Centr……続きを見る

‘This book carries a powerful message about the important role sport plays in the development of a nation and what it takes to achieve success on the world stage.’ - John Smit South Africa’s sportsm……続きを見る

The key to becoming a true competitor in any sport is attitude, from team sports to martial arts and fencing. Throughout history, many cultures have developed written, as well as unwritten phil……続きを見る

There are increasingly strident calls from many sectors of society for the tourism industry, the world’s largest industry, to adopt a more ethical approach to the way it does business. In particular……続きを見る

When Jack O'Connor took over as Kerry football manager in 2004, he was a relative unknown. Three All-Ireland finals, and two titles, later, he stepped down, having established himself as one of the ……続きを見る