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1) Dez Bryant
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IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Wide receiver Dez Bryant is one of the Dallas Cowboys' most exciting players, holding the team record for the most touchdowns in a single season. Find out more about this star player's life on and off the field.
2) John Wall
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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John Wall's NBA dream came true when the Washington Wizards selected him as the first overall draft pick in 2010. As one of the best point guards in the game, he helped turn the Wizards into a winning team.
4) Alex Morgan
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When Alex Morgan was eight years old, she dreamed of becoming an Olympian. In 2012, that dream came true when she helped the United States Women's National Team (USWNT) win the soccer gold medal at the Olympic Games in London, England. In 2015, Alex and her USWNT teammates beat Japan in the championship match to win the World Cup. Alex is also an author, a model, and much more. Read all about Alex's life and her path to soccer stardom.
6) Ronda Rousey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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MMA star Ronda Rousey is known for her incredible record of twelve wins and one loss and has been ranked the world's top fighter in her weight class. Learn more about her journey to success.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Tennis superstar Serena Williams won the Wimbledon singles title in 2015-her fourth Grand Slam tournament victory in a row-completing her second "Serena Slam." Learn all about one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
8) James Harden
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Houston Rockets guard James Harden lit up scoreboards with more than 25 points per game in 2014-2015, making him one of the best scorers in the league. Read all about James's journey to NBA stardom.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has had a big baseball career. Named the American League's Rookie of the Year in 2007 and Most Valuable Player in 2008, he helped the Sox win the World Series in 2007 and 2013.
10) J. J. Watt
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Houston Texans defensive lineman J. J. Watt is one of the biggest players in the National Football League (NFL). But he wasn't always on track for stardom. J. J. started his college career playing tight end at Central Michigan University. A career in the pros seemed out of reach. But after a transfer to the University of Wisconsin and a switch to the defensive line, J.J.'s hard-hitting talents began to shine. In 2012, J. J. led the NFL in sacks and...
11) Tim Howard
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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At the 2014 World Cup, soccer goalkeeper Tim's incredible 16 saves for the United States against Belgium set a world record for most saves in a single match. Learn about one of the world's best goalkeepers.
12) Cam Newton
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is one of the biggest stars of the NFL. In 2015, Cam led Carolina to the best record in the league and a place in Super Bowl 50. Learn more about Cam's journey.
13) Stephen Curry
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has racked up impressive stats as he has led his team to the best record in the NBA midway through the 2014-2015 season.
14) LeSean McCoy
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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LeSean "Shady" McCoy of the Buffalo Bills is one of the brightest stars in the NFL. In 2013, the fleet-footed running back led the league in rushing yards, and he finished third in 2014. Learn more about this elusive player.
15) Robinson Cano
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano is one of baseball's biggest superstars. In 2009, Robinson helped the New York Yankees win the World Series. He has won the Silver Slugger award as the top-hitting second baseman in the American League an incredible five times and has also been voted to the All-Star Game six times. Robinson joined the Seattle Mariners in 2014, and he continues to be one of the smoothest-swinging and most popular athletes...
16) Colin Kaepernick
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick led his team to victory in the 2013 Super Bowl. In 2014, his team was just one win away from playing in the big game again. Meet one of the NFL's biggest stars.
17) Derrick Rose
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Derrick Rose is one of the NBA's most explosive players. Chosen first overall in the 2008 National Basketball Association (NBA) draft, Derrick brought his high-flying game to the Chicago Bulls. Learn all about Chicago's biggest sports star.
18) American Pharoah
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In 2015, racehorse American Pharoah won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and finally the Belmont Stakes to become the first Triple Crown winner since 1978. The three-year-old horse with the misspelled name thrilled racing fans with his powerful and graceful running. As the 12th Triple Crown winner in history and the first in 37 years, American Pharoah joined an elite group of champions. Read all about the life of a legendary racehorse.
19) Clayton Kershaw
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Los Angeles Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw is one of Major League Baseball's best pitchers. He received the Cy Young Award in 2011 and 2013 and pitched a no-hitter in 2014. Clayton's powerful left arm brought him to the top.
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