Böcker av Rick Braithwaite

From high school games to trick plays, and Gatorade showers to the origins of the wave, they're all in this hilarious collection. Best of all, the history of the game, the slingshot goalposts, and end zone celebrations are all explained and gang tackled. It's a fun read for every player, coach and fan of the American pastime that we can only watch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Sigh. The second book in the Sports Humor by Rick Braithwaite Series, Football Folderol features interesting and entertaining takes on the game that was uniquely created by Walter Camp, based loosely upon the game of rugby. His innovations are explained with humor and insight, providing a thoroughly enjoyable reading and learning experience. Braithwaite had dedicated Football Folderol to his grandson, who started playing when he was just eight years old, and is now on the college team that has won more National Championships than any other school. To find out which one, you'll have to read the book. As Mike Pereira, the Fox Sports Analyst, says, "I don't know how many times I laughed and then said, 'Wow. I didn't know that.' " Previous books by Braithwaite include Golf Gumbo: A Mishmash of Golf Facts and Fun, and The Dictionary of Soccer.

Golf Gumbo - A Mishmash of Golf Facts and Fun, is a delightfully humorous exploration of all things golf. From first tee jitters to 19th hole traditions. From the very beginnings of the game (thanks rabbit holes) to current day headlines (thanks Tiger). It's a fun read for anyone who can't control the urge to read, think, dream or laugh about the great game of golf. That would include you. Having played golf for a lifetime, Rick Braithwaite understands the unique mindset required to play and endure a game as frustrating and time consuming as golf. His humor is spot on and unexpected, including four-letter word options for the name of the game, in violation of the well known phrase "All the other four-letter words were taken." Every aspect of the game is brought to life with short essays worthy of a spit-take. It's a light-hearted look at golf passions and sweater vests. At hosel rockets and locker room antics. At selecting the right club to throw into the lake, and finding the best sandbagger for your next member-guest tournament. At the sleep-deprived maintenance crew and the golf staff luxuriating in air conditioned splendor. At dimples on balls and Jennifer Garner. At why it's okay to pay more for a set of clubs than your first car.