Books written by Ken Rappoport

The Big Dance: The Story of the NCAA Basketball Tournament

This is the story of the tournament, from its beginnings seventy-three years ago as an eight-team "bracket" to today's sixty-eight-team format—from "Cinderella" teams, to perennial powerhouses, to buzzer-beaters, upsets, and dynasties.
Alex Rodriguez: Champion Baseball Star

In a career full of incredible feats, A-Rod has slugged his way into the record books. From his home run heroics to his World Series championship, author Ken Rappoport highlights the career of this baseball superstar.
Tales from the North Carolina Tar Heels Locker Room: A Collection of the Greatest UNC Basketball Stories Ever Told

Ken Rappoport’s Tales from the North Carolina Tar Heels Locker Room is a compilation of the best notes, quotes, and anecdotes from North Carolina lore.
LeBron James: King on and Off the Court

Learn about the life of the basketball superstar.
Super Sports Star Ichiro Suzuki

Many big stars had worn Seattle uniforms in the past , from Griffey to Alex Rodriguez . Few had as much media attention as Ichiro . From the moment he walked onto the field in spring training , he was in the spotlight .
Super Sports Star Derek Jeter

All - Star Hero t was the 2000 season . Derek Jeter was excited about his first start in the All - Star game . He was also nervous . Jeter had not expected to start for the American League . Alex Rodriguez of the Texas Rangers had been ...
Alex Rodriguez: Champion Baseball Star

"Discusses the life of pro baseball player Alex Rodriguez, including his childhood and early baseball career, his rise to stardom on the Seattle Mariners, his lucrative contracts, and his All-Star career with the New York Yankees"--Provided ...
Baseball's Top 10 Home Run Hitters

"A collective biography of the top 10 home run hitters, both past and present, which includes accounts of game action, career statistics, and more"--Provided by publisher
Baseball's Top 10 Pitchers

"A collective biography of the top 10 pitchers, both past and present, which includes accounts of game action, career statistics, and more"--Provided by publisher
Super Bowl Heroes

Now after reaching its 50th anniversary, it is a perfect time to look back at the game. Immerse yourself in the greatest moments in football history. Barry Wilner and Ken Rappoport char
Super Sports Star Penny Hardaway

Profiles the guard of the Phoenix Suns, and describes his childhood living with his grandmother in Tennessee, his early interest in basketball, and his success at Memphis State before turning professional.
Tales from the Tar Heel Locker Room

Tale of Two Cities After leaving North Carolina , Bones McKinney played professionally with the Washington Caps of the old Basketball Association of America . And the Durham - born star was always in big demand for speaking engagements ...
Peyton Manning: Champion Football Star

"Explores the life and career of quarterback Peyton Manning, including his high school and college career, his rise to stardom in the NFL, and his remarkable achievements with the Indianapolis Colts"--Provided by publisher.
Tales from the Tar Heel Locker Room

Of course, he couldn't wear the same number. He picked No. 23 because it was about half of his brother's number. Jordan wore No. 23 at North Carolina and with the Chicago Bulls until he retired the first time.
Tales from the North Carolina Tar Heels Locker Room: A Collection of the Greatest UNC Basketball Stories Ever Told

Chronicles the history of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels and provides tales of the team's storied college basketball history.
Football Feuds: The Greatest College Football Rivalries

College football has some of the most rabid fans, and lunatic emotions, in sports. In Football Feuds, longtime sportswriters Ken Rappoport and Barry Wilner detail the greatest rivalries of all time and rank them in a Top 25.
Biggest Upsets in Sports

Sports are unpredictable. They?re wacky. They can be totally off-the-wall! This title highlights some of the most memorable tales and traditions from sports history and is brought to life with exciting detail.
Nolan Ryan--the Ryan Express

The life story of the amazing baseball player who has developed a large following.
Dale Earnhardt, Jr.: A Car Racer Who Cares

Away from the racetrack, he started the Dale Jr. Foundation to help kids in need reach their goals. Readers will love the story of this exceptional talent.
Richard Sherman

Football fans love Richard Sherman's big personality.