Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls [Paperback]

Teresa Weatherspoon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 11, 1999

Great news for the millions of young hoopsters dreaming of someday running with the pros: two-time Olympian and professional star Teresa Weatherspoon is sharing all of her basketball secrets! In this fun and informative book, not only will you get the inside scoop on passing, dribbling, defending, shooting, and all the rules of the game, you'll also learn why Spoon believes that unselfishness, hard work, and a positive attitude are as valuable as technical skill.

With tons of instructional photos and heaping "Spoon"-fuls of inspiration, personal history, and inside tips, Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls delivers all the goods. In no time, you'll be tearing up the courts, burning up the nets, and showing how it's really done!

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 5 Up-A two-time winner of the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award shares her expertise. The book, which offers both instruction and advice, stresses teamwork and encourages girls to have fun playing the game. Exercises range from pregame stretches to off-season conditioning. The many black-and-white action photographs allow readers to see each exercise, drill, or play under discussion. Weatherspoon also includes stories about her family and the sport that she loves. She emphasizes that she has bad days on the court and that every mistake should teach a lesson. Although Faye Y. Miller and Wayne Coffey's Winning Basketball for Girls (Facts On File, 1992) has much of the same information, the personal anecdotes and up-to-date photographs make this title especially appealing. An excellent resource for sports collections.
Barb Lawler, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Back Cover

Great news for the millions of young hoopsters dreaming of someday running with the pros: two-time Olympian and professional star Teresa Weatherspoon is sharing all of her basketball secrets! In this fun and informative book, not only will you get the inside scoop on passing, dribbling, defending, shooting, and all the rules of the game, you'll also learn why Spoon believes that unselfishness, hard work, and a positive attitude are as valuable as technical skill.

With tons of instructional photos and heaping "Spoon"-fuls of inspiration, personal history, and inside tips, Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls delivers all the goods. In no time, you'll be tearing up the courts, burning up the nets, and showing how it's really done!

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass (March 11, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471317845
• ISBN-13: 978-0471317845
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #506,082 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #59 in Books > Teens > Sports & Hobbies > Girls in Sports
  • #59 in Books > Teens > Sports & Hobbies > Sports

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great instructional book. Best yet., November 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls (Paperback)

Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls is not only the best instructional book for basketball that I have read, but it also gives girls an inside look at one of today's positive role models, which has been sorely needed.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Teresa Weatherspoon's Book, April 28, 2000

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This review is from: Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls (Paperback)

Teresa's Book is good for giving instructions for those who dont know that much about basketball and she gives you stories to relate to.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended reading for every girl!, March 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teresa Weatherspoon's Basketball for Girls (Paperback)

What a fun book! "Spoon" has always been an inspiration (so what if I don't have her jump shot). The skills she teaches in the book are wonderfully presented but what makes this book special is her inspirational comments about teamwork, success and family. It's great to have a book just for girls, and with the success of the WNBA it's about time! Even if you are not into playing basketball, it makes great reading for someone who just wants to watch and appreciate the game. And this 30+ year old girl loved it! I can't wait to buy copies for my nieces.