Sport biographies for young adults

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"Open" by Andre Agassi: This is one of the best sports books ever written.

Agassi's childhood, with a demanding father, is essentially nonexistent. Pushed from an early age to be the "greatest tennis player in the world," this is a fascinating true story that dives into the power of human emotions, belonging, and the yearning of many young kids to be seen.

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For a bit more about the ghost writer that wrote this, see our post on J.R. Moehringer. This book has been featured in multiple places on this site, including our list of best tennis books. 

"Wilt: Larger Than Life" by Robert Cherry: Published in , this book provides an in-depth look at Chamberlain's life and career, from his childhood in Philadelphia to his remarkable success as a basketball player.

Wilt was a man amongst boys, but his exploits off the court often overshadowed his incredible performances on it. Chamberlain was flawed, no d