Bibliograph

What it takes to be a pro basketball player, Joanne Mattern

Type

Label

What it takes to be a pro basketball player, Joanne Mattern

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

What it takes to be a pro basketball player

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1130757708

Responsibility statement

Joanne Mattern

Series statement

Play like a pro

Summary

Covers the essentials of what you need to play professional basketball, from starting early to what pros do once they retire from their careers as athletes. Learn about the drive, dedication, preparation, hard work, skills, sacrifices, choices, and decisions involved in becoming a top athlete

Table Of Contents

Life as a basketball pro : the real story -- A day in the life -- A brief history of the game -- Women are welcome -- Starting young -- Making it to the top -- It's not just about the shots -- Overseas ball -- Staying in shape -- The best of the best -- After the buzzer -- Giving back -- Fun facts about basketball

Target audience

pre adolescent

Classification