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Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"How do you pick basketball's GOATs? Michael Jordan and LeBron James get a lot of GOAT nods. But is Steph Curry the greatest shooter? And what about all-time WNBA points leader Diana Taurasi? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of basketball and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Focus Readers
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to the development of women s basketball, as well as the sport s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete biographies make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Raised on a cattle ranch, Agnes Morley was sent to Stanford University to learn to be a lady. Yet in no time she exchanged her breeches and spurs for bloomers and a basketball; and in April 1896 she made history. In a heart-pounding game against the University of California at Berkeley, Agnes led her team to victory in the first-ever intercollegiate women's basketball game, earning national attention and putting women's basketball on the map.
5) A'ja Wilson
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Learning, an imprint of Amicus
Pub. Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
"Learn about WNBA superstar A'ja Wilson and her accomplishments in basketball in this biography packed with action photos and fact-filled text suitable for young readers. Includes table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index"--
7) Sue Bird
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Four-time WNBA champion Sue Bird of the Seattle Storm is a basketball legend. She is also a vocal social-justice advocate and a community leader. Read about her life and career on and off the court"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Around three years old, Sabrina Ionescu picked up a basketball. While she had natural talent, Ionescu worked hard. In middle school there weren't enough players for a girls' basketball team. Ionescu wasn't allowed on the boys' team, but she didn't give up. Instead, she recruited enough girls to make a team. Learn about how Ionescu became the first overall pick in the 2020 WNBA draft and the player she is today"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone Imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"When Candace Parker beat out all the boys at the McDonald's All-American slam dunk contest in 2004, she became the first female player to win the event. In the years that followed, Parker's list of achievements became long and ever-growing. She was WNBA rookie of the year, a two-time WNBA most valuable player, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and more. Parker is also a mother, broadcaster, and role model. Discover more about Parker's amazing life...
10) Candace Parker
Author
Series
Publisher
Focus Readers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of WNBA superstar Candace Parker"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Elena Delle Donne made her WNBA debut in 2013 and earned the Rookie of the Year award. It was just a glimpse of what was to come. Delle Donne has been an All-Star six times, and she led the Washington Mystics to a championship win in 2019."--
12) Breanna Stewart
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Through vivid photos and action-packed text, readers will learn all about powerhouse WNBA athlete Breanna Stewart, including information about her career, how she trains, and how she spends her time off the court"--
13) A'ja Wilson
Author
Series
Publisher
Focus Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of WNBA superstar A'ja Wilson"--
14) Candace Parker
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and full-color photographs briefly describe the life of Candace Parker and her career as a professional basketball player"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Callisto Publishing, an imprint of Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Basketball is filled with inspiring stories of world-class athletes rising above adversity to shine on the court. Bursting with ... stats and unmatched feats for some of the greatest players in each position, this lineup of inspirational basketball biographies shows kids what it takes to be a real MVP"--Publisher marketing.
"Basketball is filled with inspiring stories of world-class athletes working hard and overcoming challenges to shine on the...
17) A'ja Wilson
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022].
Language
English
Description
"Las Vegas Aces power forward A'ja Wilson is a two-time WNBA All-Star. Discover how this MVP stays in shape, see how she performs on the court, and learn more about her life outside of basketball"--
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
The professional basketball player and 2016 Olympic gold medalist shares her inspirational story of overcoming the challenges of competitive sports through balancing hard work and the support of family.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Maya Moore is one of the country s best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this basketball player s greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on her NCAA and WNBA championship wins.
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