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Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
When his uncle secretly hires a life coach to get him back into the ring, Supreme Battle Challenge fighter Harley Handleman, recovering from the death of his mother and his failure to win the title belt, is knocked out by Anastasia Bradley, who teaches him how to live again.
5) MMA
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Mixed martial arts, or MMA, has a long history since it includes techniques from older fighting styles like tae kwon do, muay thai, and Greco-Roman wrestling. But the popular sport is truly a modern invention that may result in blood, sweat, and tears. Readers learn about the fearless fighters who enter the cage for each bout, as well as MMA history and the formation of the UFC. MMA safety and rules are emphasized, including the need for specific...
6) MMA
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"An in-depth survey of the popular extreme sport of mixed martial arts, from its roots in ancient Greece to its televised matches, as well as its rules, methods, and famous fighters"--
Author
Publisher
DK/BradyGames
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
The first and only official and fully illustrated encyclopedia of the fastest growing sports organization in history: the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Featuring comprehensive coverage of every event, profiles of hundreds of fighters, and more than 1,500 images.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
This title examines the legends of mixed martial arts including the pioneers of the sport, female and male GOATs, and the sport's greatest fights, knockouts, and submissions. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
Publisher
Anchor Bay Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
When the history of mixed martial arts is written, two names will stand at the top of the heavyweight division: Randy 'The Natural' Couture and Antonio Rodrigo 'Minotauro' Nogueira. But these two legendary former champions aren't thinking about the history books, they're looking to make another run at the UFC title, and to get there, they must face each other in the Octagon in the Main event. Special features included.
13) Embattled
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Raised by an abusive father, Cash channels his aggression to become a World Champion MMA fighter. Now accustomed to wealth, adulation and global popularity, he faces a new challenge when his second son is born with Williams Syndrome. But this time, rather than stand and fight, he runs. While Cash continues to make his fortune in the ring, his eldest son Jett becomes the caregiver to his younger brother Quinn. When Jett decides to follow his father's...
14) Notorious Nick
Publisher
Anchor Bay
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Nick Newell, a one-armed MMA fighter gets a rare chance to fight for the lightweight championship. He strives to win for himself and all the other people in the world with physical challenges.
Publisher
Distributed by First Look Studios
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
November 15, 2008, live from MGM Grand Garden Arena Heavyweight champion Randy 'The Natural' Couture defends his title against Brock Lesnar in a clash of titans destined to shake the foundations of the sport. Includes nine other matches.
Author
Series
Publisher
HQN
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
With the life he's led and the muscles he's gained, Armie Jacobson isn't afraid of anything. Except maybe Merissa Colter's effect on him. It's not just that she's his best friend's little sister. Fact is, she deserves better. Women pursue him for one night of pleasure, and that's all he wants to offer -- until rescuing Merissa from a robbery leads to the most erotic encounter of his life. Good girl meets bad boy. It's a story that rarely ends well....
17) The fight within
Publisher
GVN Releasing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
A young fighter grapples with the choices he must make to overcome a troubled past and survive in the world of MMA as he builds a new life of faith and love. Much more than a sports drama, zThe Fight WithIny is a faith-based film that will question the choices we make each and every day. Choices that shape our thoughts, our actions and who we become.
Author
Series
Publisher
HQN Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Heavyweight fighter Denver Lewis plays real nice, but he doesn't share. That's why he's been avoiding top-notch flirt Cherry Peyton. But a man can only resist those lush curves for so long. Their encounter surpasses all his fantasies, bringing out protective urges that Cherry's about to need more than she knows...".
20) Combat sports
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to a variety of combat sports of the summer Olympics, including boxing, judo, wrestling, tae kwon do, and fencing. Also explains rules, records, and famous Olympic athletes in each sport"--Provided by publisher.