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Kyrie Irving Born to Ball: From Backyard Hoops to the Big Leagues
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ISBN13: 9798281134255
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 23 2025
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 23 2025
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Want to know how one kid went from shooting hoops in his driveway to sinking the game-winning shot in the NBA Finals? Interest:
Kyrie Irving: Born to Ball is the inspiring, true story of how a young boy from New Jersey turned heartbreak into hustle and followed his dream all the way to the big leagues. Born in Australia, raised in the U.S., Kyrie's journey wasn't easy. He faced loss, doubt, injuries-and still rose to become an NBA All-Star, Olympic gold medalist, and one of the most exciting players in the game. This biography is written for kids aged 8-14 who love sports, stories about real people, and learning how champions are made-not just on the court, but in life. Desire:
Kyrie Irving: Born to Ball is the inspiring, true story of how a young boy from New Jersey turned heartbreak into hustle and followed his dream all the way to the big leagues. Born in Australia, raised in the U.S., Kyrie's journey wasn't easy. He faced loss, doubt, injuries-and still rose to become an NBA All-Star, Olympic gold medalist, and one of the most exciting players in the game. This biography is written for kids aged 8-14 who love sports, stories about real people, and learning how champions are made-not just on the court, but in life. Desire:
Through short, easy-to-read chapters packed with true events, this book explores:
- Kyrie's childhood, family, and how basketball was always a part of him
- His high school days, hard practices, and how he stood out
- The ups, downs, and defining moments of his career
- Life lessons about resilience, focus, and believing in yourself
This book is more than a sports story-it's a lesson in chasing your dreams, pushing through the tough stuff, and staying true to who you are. Perfect for classrooms, sports fans, and readers who love real-life heroes.
Grab your copy today-and don't forget to leave a review to tell others what you think! Your words help young readers find books that matter.
- Kyrie's childhood, family, and how basketball was always a part of him
- His high school days, hard practices, and how he stood out
- The ups, downs, and defining moments of his career
- Life lessons about resilience, focus, and believing in yourself
This book is more than a sports story-it's a lesson in chasing your dreams, pushing through the tough stuff, and staying true to who you are. Perfect for classrooms, sports fans, and readers who love real-life heroes.
Grab your copy today-and don't forget to leave a review to tell others what you think! Your words help young readers find books that matter.
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