Introduces readers to the wide world of sports, providing information on how sports are played, the equipment used, how they were created, and competitions athletes can compete in., With stunning visuals and energetic design, readers won't stop until they've learned everything there is to know about the history, rules, regulations, training and practice of dozens of athletic pursuits, including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis, and quirkier sports such as fencing, curling and table tennis. Simultaneous.