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Northeast Ohio High School Football Rivalries

A History

By: Vince McKee

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Northeast Ohio High School Football Rivalries

A History

By: Vince McKee

p> Taking you behind the scenes of the big games, Vince McKee unfolds play-by-play recaps and memorable moments that will leave you wanting more until the last snap! Northeast Ohio high school football has always been known for its drama, intensity and rivalries. For more than a century, McKinley and Massillon have met on the gridiron every fall in one of the state's most evenly matched contests. Since 1971, the St. Ignatius Wildcats yearly clash with the St. Edwards Eagles in the Cleveland Holy War. More recently, Avon and Avon Lake have kicked off a border war for bragging rights and hardware in the Silver Rail Rivalry, and Olmsted Falls and Berea-Midpark face each other in the heated Battle of Bagley Road. Join author and founder of McKee on Sports Vince McKee for a thrilling look under the Friday night lights in the Buckeye State.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1439675791

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Cleveland's Finest

Sports Heroes From the Greatest Location in the Nation

By: Vince McKee

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Cleveland's Finest

Sports Heroes From the Greatest Location in the Nation

By: Vince McKee

Cleveland's Finest has in depth, extremely personal interviews with some of the top names in Cleveland sports. Each interview is a no-holds-barred tell-all of the most intimate and sometimes controversial details of the largest impact moments in Cleveland's sports history. This is the first book written from the player's point of view, mixed in with the media that covered it and the fans that watched. This book will change the way the entire sports nation looks at Cleveland. Finally, the true stories are told!

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Clerisy Press

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1578605741

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9781578605743

All In

The Story of LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers

By: Vince McKee

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All In

The Story of LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers

By: Vince McKee

The Cleveland Cavaliers franchise has been in existence for more than forty-five years, and it hasn’t been an easy ride for the team or their fans, with many ups and downs along the way. They had seen the “Miracle in Richfield” in 1976, “The Shot” by Michael Jordan to knock them out of the playoffs in 1989, the arrival of “The Chosen One,” LeBron James, in 2003, and a trip to the NBA Finals in 2007, but never a title. All In: The Story of LeBron James annd the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers takes readers on the rollercoaster ride from LeBron coming back to Cleveland, to their 2015 NBA Finals appearance, through the unforgettable 2015–16 season that gave the city of Cleveland their first major sports championship in fifty-two years. Author Vince McKee brings to life all the drama on and off the court, including how the team was built, why coach David Blatt was fired and replaced by Tyronn Lue midway through the season, and every big game and play along the way, straight through to the dramatic 2016 NBA Finals and epic comeback against the seemingly unbeatable Golden State Warriors. LeBron James finally earned his long-awaited redemption, Kevin Love made his presence felt under the boards, Kyrie Irving took to the NBA’s biggest stage and made it his own under the brightest of lights, and J. R. Smith, Tristan Thompson, Richard Jefferson, and Iman Shumpert all made key contributions. All In is a must-have for all Cleveland sports fans!

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Simon and Schuster

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1683580753

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9781683580751

The Redemption of the King

LeBron James Returns to Cleveland!

By: Vince McKee

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The Redemption of the King

LeBron James Returns to Cleveland!

By: Vince McKee

LeBron James is back in Cleveland's court, and the city is on fire as its chosen one has decided to come home. His highly publicized, and equally highly emotional, return to Cleveland reveals his penultimate goal: to bring a championship back to northeast Ohio where he grew up. Now, for the first time ever, the full story is told from the beginning as author Vince McKee covers James's entire journey in every detail both on and off the court -- from the start of his career with the Cavaliers in Cleveland to his departure to Miami, his time with the Heat, and finally, the much debated and highly anticipated return of the "King." Although pro basketball is an international juggernaut in terms of dollars, this story revolves more around hometown pride and character than money or celebrity.

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Clerisy Press

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1578605725

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9781578605729

Northeast Ohio High School Football Rivalries: A History

By: Vince McKee

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Northeast Ohio High School Football Rivalries: A History

By: Vince McKee

Northeast Ohio high school football has always been known for its great drama, intensity and rivalries. For more than a century, McKinley and Massillon have met on the fall gridiron in one of the state's most evenly matched contests. Since 1971, the St. Ignatius Wildcats have classed with the St. Edward Eagles every year in the Cleveland Holy War. More recently, Avon and Avon Lake kicked off a border war for bragging rights and harware in the Silve Rail Rivalry. Taking you behind the scenes of some of the biggest games in state football history, Vince McKee unfolds play-by-play recaps and memorable moments that will leave you wanting more until the last snap!" -- Back cover.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1467152838

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The Cleveland Cavaliers

A History of the Wine & Gold

By: Vince McKee

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The Cleveland Cavaliers

A History of the Wine & Gold

By: Vince McKee

Photos, interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and in-depth analysis—the ultimate team history for Cavs fans! Take a courtside seat with sportswriter Vince McKee as he dishes out the history of the Cleveland Cavaliers from the founding of the franchise in 1970 to the triumphant return of LeBron James in 2014. Highlights include draft picks turned all-stars, such as James and Brad Daugherty; coaching changes; heated rivalries; player departures; and dubious distinctions like “the Shot” and “the Stepien Rule.” You’ll also get insight and analysis of every epic run from legendary sportscaster Joe Tait; players Austin Carr, Craig Ehlo, and Larry Nance; and others as they reveal the untold true stories behind the major events in Cavs history.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1625852118

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9781625852113

Cleveland's Finest

Sports Heroes From the Greatest Location in the Nation

By: Vince McKee

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Sports Heroes From the Greatest Location in the Nation

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Clerisy Press

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1578605741

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Jacobs Field

History & Tradition at The Jake

By: Vince McKee

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Jacobs Field

History & Tradition at The Jake

By: Vince McKee

The sports landscape changed in the spring of 1994 when the Cleveland Indians moved into their new stadium at the corner of Carnegie and Ontario. No longer the joke of the league, The Jake made them the jewel of baseball and helped revitalize a city and a fan base. For the first time ever, these interviews and stories from the players, managers and front office personnel give the inside scoop on what happened on the field, in the dugout and behind the scenes of this exciting time in Cleveland sports history. Get the best seat in the house for the most recent addition to the Tribe's celebrated legacy.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1625850433

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9781625850430

Palisades Amusement Park

A Century of Fond Memories

By: Vince Gargiulo

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Palisades Amusement Park

A Century of Fond Memories

By: Vince Gargiulo

With its two hundred pages and a foreword by the legendary Cousin Bruce Morrow, this oversized coffee table book captures every fond memory of the famous New Jersey fun spot: the vinegar-soaked french fries, the Tunnel of Love, the world's largest outdoor salt water pool, and so much more. This newly revised edition includes an all new Photo Scrapbook with over 100 new photographs. In the foreword of the book, Cousin Brucie recalls, "Palisades was an integral part of our lives. Anybody who has played, visited, or been touched by this magical kingdom retains the glow from a very special relationship." For those who ever visited Palisades Amusement Park, this book is sure to bring back those cherished remembrances. And for those never lucky enough to have entered its colorful gates, Palisades Amusement Park: A Century of Fond Memories will recreate the thrills, laughter and joy that was Palisades.

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Lulu.com

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1411661885

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9781411661882

The Long and Winding Road

From Beatles to Benidorm

By: Vince Tracy

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The Long and Winding Road

From Beatles to Benidorm

By: Vince Tracy

There must have been a time when you just could not get a certain song out of your head. Perhaps it was the last sound played at the disco or perhaps theres a certain riff in a song that haunts you? Perhaps its one of those songs which have a special meaning for you or a special person in your life? Whatever the reason we all have had musical influences throughout our life and some we have deliberately chosen whilst others have crept in because we watch television and listen to the radio. We also have been subjected to other musical influences from shops, restaurants, churches, dance halls and anyone whistling or singing near us. Why was it almost impossible to remember Shakespeares quotations when I tried to learn them for school yet I can remember words to songs without even trying to memorise them? As someone who has made a living from playing music for others to listen to it has interested me greatly to find out whether any of the records which have made the popular music charts has had a greater influence on me than I have realized. I will also try to remember the words to the songs I heard in my younger years without using either reference books or a safety net! I will also attempt to put the music in some kind of time frame looking at what else was happening aside from the music. I will also identify how my own appreciation of music has evolved and that charts become less important with age. This will be the basis of a large part of my book. I will also try to show that I have had to show a good amount of true grit and determination in order to eventually find the job I had always wanted from my childhood days of listening to Radio Luxembourg and Radio Caroline. Moreover, it takes a lifetime to really see your priorities. Join me now in my musical voyage of discovery.

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Xlibris Corporation

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1483634582

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9781483634586

FIRST Robots: Aim High

Behind the Design

By: Vince Wilczynski,Stephanie Slezycki,Woodie Flowers

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FIRST Robots: Aim High

Behind the Design

By: Vince Wilczynski,Stephanie Slezycki,Woodie Flowers

Personal robots are about as advanced today as personal computers were on the eve of the first IBM PC in the early 1980s. They are still the domain of hobbyists who cobble them together from scratch or from kits, join local clubs to swap code and stage contests, and whose labor of love is setting the stage for a technological revolution. This book will deconstruct the 30 regional winning robot designs from the FIRST Robotics Competition in 2006. The FIRST Robotics Competition (held annually and co-founded by Dean Kamen and Woodie Flowers) is a multinational competition that teams professionals and young people to solve an engineering design problem in an intense and competitive way. In 2005 the competition reached close to 25,000 people on close to 1,000 teams in 30 competitions. Teams came from Brazil, Canada, Ecuador, Israel, Mexico, the U.K., and almost every U.S. state. The competitions are high-tech spectator sporting events that have gained a loyal following because of the high caliber work featured. Each team is paired with a mentor from such companies as Apple, Motorola, or NASA (NASA has sponsored 200 teams in 8 years). This book looks at 30 different robot designs all based on the same chassis, and provides in-depth information on the inspiration and the technology that went into building each of them. Each robot is featured in 6-8 pages providing readers with a solid understanding of how the robot was conceived and built. There are sketches, interim drawings, and process shots for each robot.

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Rockport Publishers

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1610601718

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9781610601719

The Redemption of the King

LeBron James Returns to Cleveland!

By: Vince McKee

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LeBron James Returns to Cleveland!

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Clerisy Press

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1578605725

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All In

The Story of LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers

By: Vince McKee

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The Story of LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers

By: Vince McKee

The Cleveland Cavaliers franchise has been in existence for more than forty-five years, and it hasn’t been an easy ride for the team or their fans, with many ups and downs along the way. They had seen the “Miracle in Richfield” in 1976, “The Shot” by Michael Jordan to knock them out of the playoffs in 1989, the arrival of “The Chosen One,” LeBron James, in 2003, and a trip to the NBA Finals in 2007, but never a title. All In: The Story of LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers takes readers on the rollercoaster ride from LeBron coming back to Cleveland, to their 2015 NBA Finals appearance, through the unforgettable 2015–16 season that gave the city of Cleveland their first major sports championship in fifty-two years. Author Vince McKee brings to life all the drama on and off the court, including how the team was built, why coach David Blatt was fired and replaced by Tyronn Lue midway through the season, and every big game and play along the way, straight through to the dramatic 2016 NBA Finals and epic comeback against the seemingly unbeatable Golden State Warriors. LeBron James finally earned his long-awaited redemption, Kevin Love made his presence felt under the boards, Kyrie Irving took to the NBA’s biggest stage and made it his own under the brightest of lights, and J. R. Smith, Tristan Thompson, Richard Jefferson, and Iman Shumpert all made key contributions. All In is a must-have for all Cleveland sports fans!

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Sports Publishing

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1683580745

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The Cleveland Cavaliers

A History of the Wine & Gold

By: Vince McKee

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A History of the Wine & Gold

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Do Bald Men Get Half-Price Haircuts?

In Search of America's Great Barbershops

By: Vince Staten

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Do Bald Men Get Half-Price Haircuts?

In Search of America's Great Barbershops

By: Vince Staten

The silvery clip of scissors. The scent of talcum and tonic. The game blaring on the radio. The lazy rhythms of friendly conversation. In Do Bald Men Get Half-Price Haircuts? Vince Staten perfectly captures the atmosphere of the classic barbershop and the special place it holds in the hearts of American men. Staten visited more than three hundred barbershops, in towns ranging from Chowchilla, California, to Mount Airy, North Carolina. Displaying a great ear for dialogue, he re-creates the banter in a family-run Italian shop in Louisville, the relaxed jokes shared at an African-American barber's in a quiet neighborhood in Nashville, and the familiar conversations about local politics, the new baseball coach, and the meaning of life that make it clear why the barbershop is the communications hub of so many communities. In a wonderfully entertaining exploration of the history, secrets, and social contributions of barbershop culture, he provides answers to such pressing questions as: What's in those hair tonics anyway? Why are the stripes on the barber pole red and white? Why not a barbershop trio? As in his earlier fascinating tours through the hardware store and the phar-macy, Staten combines a highly original sense of humor with a keen eye for telling detail. With Do Bald Men Get Half-Price Haircuts? he treats readers to an unusual, warmly nostalgic, and often hilarious tour of an enduring corner of American popular culture.

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