Overcoming the odds

Traces the life of Julie Krone and discusses her achievements in the world of horse racing.

A biography of the determined athlete who became the first pitcher to make it to the major leagues with only one hand, playing for the California Angels, New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox.

Describes the training, competitions, and triumph over near-fatal injuries of the first American to win the Tour de France bicycle race.

A biography of the Mexican-American professional golfer who made a comeback after being struck by lightning.

A biography of the tennis star known for her two-handed grip who beat the odds after being stabbed in the back at the 1993 Citizen Cup tournament in Hamburg, Germany.

Relates how Hakeem Olajuwon overcame many obstacles to become one of the best centers in the NBA.

Relates the life story of Jim Eisenreich, a baseball player now with the Philadelphia Phillies, who has had to contend with Tourette's syndrome but has continued to play the game he loves.

Traces the hockey career of the Pittsburgh Penguins star, Mario Lemieux, and discusses the challenge he faced in his battle against Hodgkin's disease.

A biography of the football player with the Los Angeles Raiders who devoted himself to baseball after a serious injury ended his football career.