Never before in the history of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament has a team entering as a number sixteen seed defeated a one seed. It is also difficult to keep a championship caliber team together these days as a result of our high school and college players leaving school early for the money and fame the NBA can bring for those who are successful enough to be drafted to the big time.

For Valparaiso University, these two facts are about to be challenged as five friends who played high school basketball together for the St. John’s Cadets decide to attend the same college in Valparaiso University to play for the Crusaders. Together, Chris Williams, Will Jeffries, and brothers Kenny, Keith, and Shawn Mitchell experience the triumphs and major setbacks of playing division one college basketball as they lead the Valpo Crusaders in an attempt to make sports history and become the first team to enter the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament as a sixteen seed and defeat a one seed to advance.

“For the Love of the Game;” an inspirational story that will appeal to the heart of every sports fan.

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Topé is suddently orphaned and against his will he has to leave Nigeria. Worried about starting a new life in England, he feels he is an outsider in his new school. It is a time of tears and tussles. Will his nimble football skills and precious wooden boat some how help him to carve out a new beginning? Will he ever again be able to believe in himself and drum in with the dundun drums his renewed sense of fun and pride.

This book is the story of an African American man’s strange Love, and passion for anything nautically related. Book I of the Nautical Negro was written 10 years ago during My first stay in the New York State Prison system.. When I took to writing Book one I had never written anything before that time and was learning on the fly. So the stories in book one reflect my limited experience in the craft of writing . Book one does however give a very clear picture of my nautical development and the progression I’ve made throughout the years. Book II of The Nautical Negro was written during my last term of incarceration in 2009. Book II is a lot more comprehensive than book I , and the development of the writing of Book II mirrors in a lot of ways my evolution and development in the surf game. As you will read they have both come a long way. Book II also delves pretty deeply into my spiritual development and the path I believe that has been laid for me on this nautical journey I’ve undertaken. One message I do hope this book conveys is that no matter where you come from, no matter what your circumstances were coming up, never give up your dreams. Because if you can see yourself doing it, you can make it happen in reality. The last and most important impression I hope to leave on the readers is never let anyone talk you out of your dreams , or tell you , you can’t do something. My father all ways said “there’s no such word as can’t!” And that’s how I always lived my life. That message is especially important to get out in the African American community , because all my life I heard people say “ I wasn’t suppose to surf, or swim the way I did because I was black. And to me that’s the worst thing you can do to a developing young mind. Young Brothers and Sisters need to be encouraged to expand there minds, and indeed there horizons by letting there natural talents blossom. T hey must be allowed to purse what ever endeavor there young hearts and minds desire. We have to convey the message they can indeed be something other than a Basket ball Player, or a Rapper, they can be Doctors, lawyers, or even Pro Skaters, and Surfers. So with that said I hope you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoy sharing with you a piece of my unique, funny, sad, at times crazy, but never dull life. Brian BJ James Author of The Nautical Negro!

Young Marques had his childhood dream of becoming an NFL player discouraged because of the taunting from his neighborhood rival, Ellis. With his father’s guidance he learns a valuable life lesson during a neighborhood game, earning the nickname “Quite Storm.” Once Marques discovers the importance of good sportsmanship, his possibilities are endless.

This book is the story of an African American man’s strange Love, and passion for anything nautically related. Book I of the Nautical Negro was written 10 years ago during My first stay in the New York State Prison system.. When I took to writing Book one I had never written anything before that time and was learning on the fly. So the stories in book one reflect my limited experience in the craft of writing . Book one does however give a very clear picture of my nautical development and the progression I’ve made throughout the years. Book II of The Nautical Negro was written during my last term of incarceration in 2009. Book II is a lot more comprehensive than book I , and the development of the writing of Book II mirrors in a lot of ways my evolution and development in the surf game. As you will read they have both come a long way. Book II also delves pretty deeply into my spiritual development and the path I believe that has been laid for me on this nautical journey I’ve undertaken. One message I do hope this book conveys is that no matter where you come from, no matter what your circumstances were coming up, never give up your dreams. Because if you can see yourself doing it, you can make it happen in reality. The last and most important impression I hope to leave on the readers is never let anyone talk you out of your dreams , or tell you , you can’t do something. My father all ways said “there’s no such word as can’t!” And that’s how I always lived my life. That message is especially important to get out in the African American community , because all my life I heard people say “ I wasn’t suppose to surf, or swim the way I did because I was black. And to me that’s the worst thing you can do to a developing young mind. Young Brothers and Sisters need to be encouraged to expand there minds, and indeed there horizons by letting there natural talents blossom. T hey must be allowed to purse what ever endeavor there young hearts and minds desire. We have to convey the message they can indeed be something other than a Basket ball Player, or a Rapper, they can be Doctors, lawyers, or even Pro Skaters, and Surfers. So with that said I hope you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoy sharing with you a piece of my unique, funny, sad, at times crazy, but never dull life. Brian BJ James Author of The Nautical Negro!

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Fantasy Football has quickly become a multi-billion dollar industry!

Finally, for the millions of fantasy footballers who play for fun and/or money, here is a serious, comprehensive guide that teaches fantasy football from its basic terminology and fundamentals to the advanced strategies and systems needed to win consistently.

 

In Drafting To Win: The Ultimate Guide To Fantasy Football, author Robert Zarzycki finally reveals how he uses his unmatched psychological, mathematical, and football knowledge to draft players and make a long-term profit in one of today’s fastest growing hobbies.

 

Learn How To:

 

• Select a league
• Rank Players
• Project Statistics
• Apply static and dynamic value-based drafting
• Strategize for every single round
• Handle being “on the clock”
• Significantly increase your overall chances of winning

Book Quotes:

 

"Robert''s indisputable record of success in high-stakes competition makes DRAFTING TO WIN a must-read for all serious Fantasy players." – Bob Harris, TFL Report

 

“Robert''s accomplishments in the World Championship of Fantasy Football are unparalleled. His back-to-back finishes in the top three demonstrate his cunning understanding of how to win." -- Roger Craig, three-time Super Bowl Champion, San Francisco 49ers

Never before in the history of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament has a team entering as a number sixteen seed defeated a one seed. It is also difficult to keep a championship caliber team together these days as a result of our high school and college players leaving school early for the money and fame the NBA can bring for those who are successful enough to be drafted to the big time.

For Valparaiso University, these two facts are about to be challenged as five friends who played high school basketball together for the St. John’s Cadets decide to attend the same college in Valparaiso University to play for the Crusaders. Together, Chris Williams, Will Jeffries, and brothers Kenny, Keith, and Shawn Mitchell experience the triumphs and major setbacks of playing division one college basketball as they lead the Valpo Crusaders in an attempt to make sports history and become the first team to enter the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament as a sixteen seed and defeat a one seed to advance.

“For the Love of the Game;” an inspirational story that will appeal to the heart of every sports fan.

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Put the hot chocolate on, curl up, and snuggle down for a delightful holiday treat as you meet some unforgettable horses and the people who love them. This is a unique and colorful collection of short stories, with dual themes of Christmas and horses. This family-oriented collection of tales will take you across America.It will take you from the present to the past, from the untamed West to the brightly lit streets of the city, and maybe even to a place such as your own or one that you dream of owning one day. Best-Loved Christmas Stories for the Horse Loveris a treasury that will make you smileor make you laugh out loud—you may even find a tear forming at the corner of your eye.You’ll meet Buster, Donna, Boss, Major,Baby Huey, and so many more.You’ll read about Arabs and Belgians, Fjord ponies, and quarter horses.There’ll be a bronc or two, of course, and some that don’t have names at all.Most of all, you’ll remember the people whosestories you willembrace and revisit, like old friends, year after year. The gift of loving horsesis best shared with others, so saddle up, pick up your reins, and embark on a journey filled with adventure, imagination, and the magnificence of that wonderful creature, the horse. Good books get read and carefully shelved,butit would be this author’s greatest wish to have this book passed around, scuffed, dog-eared, and softened with the grand patina of age and use. This award-winning collection of stories is a timeless gift for horse lovers of all ages.

Topé is suddently orphaned and against his will he has to leave Nigeria. Worried about starting a new life in England, he feels he is an outsider in his new school. It is a time of tears and tussles. Will his nimble football skills and precious wooden boat some how help him to carve out a new beginning? Will he ever again be able to believe in himself and drum in with the dundun drums his renewed sense of fun and pride.