Sports & Recreation Audiobooks

IN the brutal world of rugby league, Mark 'Spudd' Carroll is one of the most fearsome players to ever lace on a boot. An enforcer who would do everything in his power to ensure victory for his team - including a pre-game ritual of eating 16 potatoes, hence the nickname. Spudd is from a rugged era where, even if concussed, players climbed to their feet and threw themselves back into the fray. In stints with the Panthers, Rabbitohs and Sea Eagles, his search-and-destroy missions each weekend made his matches compulsory viewing. In particular, his brutal encounters with Newcastle rival Paul 'Chief' Harragon are legendary and have been viewed across the globe. In SPUDD, both men lift the lid on their volatile relationship, including the day they refused to room with each other when selected for the NSW State of Origin team. Carroll's career at the elite level spanned over a decade, between 1987 and 1999, and included more than 200 games. He played in three grand finals, tasting premiership success with Manly in 1996 under his mentor and Rugby League Immortal Bob Fulton. He played seven State of Origin matches for NSW, winning a series in 1997. He played 12 Test matches for Australia and was part of the team that won the World Cup at London's famous Wembley Stadium in 1995. Carroll's tough reputation is matched only by his honesty. Spudd calls it as he sees it and doesn't care who he upsets in the process. These qualities caught the eye of actor Russell Crowe, who hired Carroll as his trainer for more than eight years. Spudd's job was to whip the Oscar-winner into shape for upcoming movie roles. The duo was famous for their heated backyard footy battles, which once left Crowe with a serious leg injury. They remain firm friends.

Adam Hawse, Mark Carroll (Author), Mark Carroll, Monique Carroll, Wayne Blair (Narrator)

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Sports Science for Performance: All the tips and tricks for recovery, nutrition, and training

Everyone has a common misconception that sports for athletes must be grueling, exhausting, and herculean. But should that really be the case when it comes to sports nowadays? Science is in every aspect of our lives, evolving it for the better. And when it infiltrated the world of sports, something great came out. Sports science. In the ever-expanding field of sports science, one can easily become overloaded with information. However, it is now easy to find clarity in the turmoil. Inside Sports Science for Performance, discover: ● All the information, tips, and tricks to improve athletic performance. ● Detailed basics of nutrition, training, and recovery in sports. ● Proper training regimens, tips for creating a good schedule, and specific training for different sports. ● Individualized information for any athlete, trainer, or coach, and even those just starting out in the field. And so much more. Get a chance to dive deep into the world of sports supported with the wonders of science to enhance your sports performance with this detailed manual, covering everything from training, nutrition, and recovery along with professional tips to make the journey easier for you. Get yourself a copy of Sports Science for Performance and open your world to sports made more progressive with science while achieving peak performance as an athlete.

P.J. Smith (Author), Marcus Mulenga (Narrator)

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Sports Illustrated - 2022 Audio Articles Compilation

ZINIO Audio and Sports Illustrated bring you the best of Sports Illustrated in Audio Format. Listen to featured articles about your favorite athletes! Included articles: Sportsperson of the Year: Tom Brady Muhammad Ali Legacy Award Winner: Billie Jean King Athletes of the Year: Suni Lee She Fought to the End - Two days before she was murdered, Connie Kunzmann played the game of her life. Minutemen - They dreamed their whole lives of playing in the NBA. Once they finally made it, their careers lasted just a few seconds. Late Prime - Broadcaster Al Michaels talks about his craft but is mum on where he'll be practicing it. Garden Party - TAYLOR VS. SERRANO - For the first time in its history, Madison Square Garden will have a card headlined by a women’s bout. To Swim as Herself - LIA THOMAS - The Penn student’s poise in the face of ugly debate over transgender athletes is a statement for equality. Baseball Needs Some Buzz - The game will look radically different over the next five years. Its future depends on it. Hitman - JUAN SOTO - The greatest hitting prodigy since Ted Williams dominates with his mind and bat. Center of it all - JOEL EMBIID - Throughout a season of uncertainty in Philly, he has been the Sixers’ unshakable anchor. Title IX - In 1972 no one dreamed a dry, 37-word clause tucked inside new education legislation would reshape women’s sports forever. A half century later, it’s time to reflect on how far the quest for equality has come—and where it still has to go. Pioneers to remember A Leage of their own Prime's Time - DEION SANDERS - The Hall of Famer uprooted his life to revive a moribund small schooland now he’s ushering in a new era for all HBCUs. Tall Tale - CHET HOLMGREN - Could a 195-pound 7-footer be the future of basketball? Sounds wild, but Holmgren certainly thinks so. Later Slater? - KELLY SLATER AT 50 - He just won the Super Bowl of surfing. What’s next? He’ll consult some GOATs, wrestle his demons and keep stoking that fire.

Maven Coalition Inc. (Author), Chris Baetens, Mikee Atendido (Narrator)

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Sports Gazette - Sports Edition

The Sporting Gazette is a rousing gallop through the British sporting calendar of the last nine hundred years in the company of chroniclers, diarists and letter-writers as we eavesdrop on some of the most memorable events in the colourful history of British sport, as performed by an outstanding cast of actors. The Sports edition journeys from sword fights to boxing and jousting to motor racing, we join such diverse characters as A. A. Milne, Dick Francis, Queen Victoria, Kenneth Wolstenholme, Tony Jacklin and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as they share their experiences of England winning the 1996 world cup; the very first game of rugby football; Roger Bannister breaking the four-minute mile, a game of cricket on horseback in 1794 and the death of England's finest cricketer W.G. Grace. Narrated Eileen Atkins; Cheryl Campbell; Nigel Davenport; Alex Jennings; Richard Johnson; Hugh Laurie; Michael Maloney; Geoffrey Palmer; Michael Pennington; Prunella Scales; Samuel West, and John Wood.

Various Artists, Various Artists (Author), Alex Jennings, Alex Jennings, Cheryl Campbell, Eileen Atkins, Geoffrey Palmer, Hugh Laurie, Michael Maloney, Michael Pennington, Nigel Davenport, Prunella Scales, Prunella Scales, Richard Johnson, Samuel West (Narrator)

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Sports Byline:Morten Anderson

Morten Andersen, a Pro Football Hall Of Fame placekicker, played for 25 seasons with the Saints, Falcons, Giants, Chiefs and Vikings. He talks about what it takes to be a great athlete over a long period of time. Andersen, who was born in Denmark, tells how he had never kicked a football until age 17 when he came to America as an exchange student and how it felt to hear he was being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Ron Barr (Author), Morten Andersen, Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton

In this episode of Sports Byline, Ron Barr talks to the directors of the film Battle of the Sexes, a film based on the historic tennis match of 1973 between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs, starring Steve Carell and Emma Stone. Directors Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton discuss the technical difficulties of making a great sports movie and the lesser known backstories of King and Riggs.

Ron Barr (Author), Jonathan Dayton, Ron Barr, Valerie Faris (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Tony Granato

Tony Granato played 13 seasons in the NHL, including a trip to the Stanley Cup while with the Los Angeles Kings. After his playing career, Granato coached the Colorado Avalanche. He's now the head coach at the University of Wisconsin. In this interview, he discusses his return to college hockey and the changes to the college game in recent years.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Tommy Heinsohn

Tommy Heinsohn is Boston Celtics' royalty as a player, coach and broadcaster. He has the distinction of being part of all 17 of the Celtics' championships, including eight as a player and two as a coach. He's a member of the NBA Hall of Fame and his #15 jersey is retired. He does color commentary for the Celtics TV coverage. He discusses his college career, NBA draft changes and his career as a coach, player and commentator.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Terry Porter

Terry Porter played 17 years in the NBA including 10 years for the Portland Trailblazers. Porter earned two all-star selections and had his #30 retired by the Trailblazers. The former first round pick is now the head basketball coach at the University of Portland. Porter talks about growing up in Milwaukee, playing for Dick Bennett and his NBA career.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Steve Spurrier

College Football Hall of Famer Steve Spurrier is the only person to win both the Heisman Trophy and the NCAA FBS Championship as a coach. Spurrier played for nearly a decade in the NFL before returning to college football, where he became the winningest head coach at both Florida and the South Carolina. He talks about his book, Head Ball Coach: My Life in Football, Doing it Differently - and Winning, his playing career and his road to becoming a head coach.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Shirley Babashoff

Shirley Babashoff owns 8 Olympic swimming medals and has a part in 39 national records. Widely regarded as one of the best female swimmers of all time, she received the Olympic Order and was inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. She discusses her book, Making Waves: My Journey to Winning Olympic Gold and Defeating the East German Doping Program, her Olympic experiences, and how her childhood affected her career.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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Sports Byline: Shaun Alexander

2005 NFL MVP Shaun Alexander played 9 years in the NFL including 8 with the Seahawks. He set the single-season NFL rushing record with 27 touchdowns. He was named to the Pro Bowl three times in his career and was named to the 2000's All-Decade Team. In this interview, he discusses his upbringing in Florence, Kentucky, his college career at Alabama and his pro career in Seattle.

Ron Barr (Author), Ron Barr (Narrator)

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