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The Williams sisters have captured the attention of the tennis crowd like no one has in recent years. Taken alone, each is a force to be reckoned with on the court. Each has the skills, the determination, and the strength to make it to the very top of her sport. Yet through all the competition-even times when they face each other on opposite sides of the net-they remain true to each other.

Serena has just won the Wimbledon 2002 singles title by defeating her sister and is currently ranked #1 in the world.Playing as partners, Venus and Serena won the Wimbledon 2002 doubles championship as well. ... Read more

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Junior Tennis is a complete guide for beginners, and for coaches and parents who want to teach the game's fundamentals to kids, ages 6 through 16. Beautifully and instructively illustrated, this manual was written and prepared in association with England's renowned Lawn Tennis Association. Students of tennis will learn: basic rules and etiquette; how to hit effective, consistent ground strokes; the essential skills of serve/volley and chip-and-charge; cross-court volleying; how to select the best equipment; and much more. Sequenced photography, sidebar tips, instructive diagrams, and a fun quiz will help junior tennis players improve technique and fully understand the game. Approximately 200 full-color photos and diagrams in total. ... Read more

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How To Play Tennis, by Venus and Serena Williams, is the perfect courtside companion for young tennis players of all levels. Detailed photography and text explain everything about the game of tennis‹from dressing for the court and holding a racket to executing the perfect lob and smash. The Williams sisters offer pro tips, demonstrate the techniques that took them to the top, and inspire young readers become the best tennis players they can be. ... Read more

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One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. With these lively, inspiring, fictionalized biographies -- easily read by children of eight and up -- today's youngster is swept right into history. ... Read more

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Pete Sampras is tennis perfection. His flawless techniques andpositive personality have won him many fans as well as Grand Slam titles. Sinceturning professional in l988 at age 16, he has rarely been out of the toprankings. 1998 marked his sixth straight year as number one at the end of theseason - a feat matched only by Jimmy Connors. The life of Pete Sampras has notalways gone smoothly. He had to learn to deal with the tremendous attention fromthe media and fans at a very early age. Plagued by injuries, he fought throughthese challenges with extraordinary spirit.

Michael Boughn is the author of "Michael Jordan" in the "Champion SportsBiography" series. ... Read more

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Join a beginner's tennis class as four children learn to bounce the ball, swing their racquets, and hit the ball over the net. Created with the Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative, this beautiful book lets children see what it's like to learn to play tennis in a class. The gorgeous, inspirational photography encourages young athletes to join in for a fun time and some healthy competition. ... Read more

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The competitive world of horseback riding starts with caring for horses. Children will learn about the daily care of horses and the basics of horseback riding including equipment, mounting and dismounting, turning, stopping, trotting, and cantering. ... Read more

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Young players will refer to these instructive "how-to" guides again and again.Superguides are incisive "how-to" books that answer every question a young sports enthusiast might have! These comprehensive guides in vibrant new jackets and under the new Superguides series title are perfect for young athletes. Young Enthusiasts, the original best-selling series, sold over 3 million copies worldwide. Superguides give valuable advice on everything from suitable clothing to strategy development. Each book includes detailed information on rules, objectives, scoring, and much more. ... Read more