9 Best Nonfiction Sports Books to Read in 2025

9 Best Nonfiction Sports Books to Read in 2025

The Best Nonfiction  Sports  Books to Read in 2025 offer more than just stories—they capture the heart, strategy, and resilience that define the world of sports.

1. Together We Roared by Steve Williams and Evin Priest

For over a decade, Steve Williams was more than just Tiger Woods’ caddie—he was his trusted partner in one of golf’s most dominant eras. In Together We Roared, co-written with golf journalist Evin Priest, Steve shares never-before-told stories...

2. Triumphs, Trophies and Troubles by Peter Bills

In Triumphs, Trophies and Troubles, award-winning rugby writer Peter Bills delves into the remarkable rise of Irish rugby, from a nation once fiercely protective of its amateur roots to standing atop the world rankings in 2024. Through interviews with legends...

3. The Art of Batting by Jarrod Kimber

In The Art of Batting, cricket’s rich history meets expert analysis in an exploration of what sets the greatest batters apart. While most react to the ball, the true masters anticipate—seeing what others can’t. From Javed Miandad’s strategic missteps to Sachin...

4. Talking Baseball with Major League Stars by Wayne Stewart

In Talking Baseball with Major League Stars, veteran sportswriter Wayne Stewart takes readers deep inside Major League Baseball through the voices of the players themselves. Drawing from over 45 years of interviews, Stewart shares candid insights from legends...

5. I Felt the Cheers: The Remarkable Silent Life of Curtis Pride by Curtis Pride

In I Felt the Cheers, Curtis Pride shares his inspiring journey from a determined young athlete to a celebrated Major League Baseball player, despite being profoundly deaf since birth. With a foreword by Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., this heartfelt memoir captures...

6. On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports by Christine Brennan

In On Her Game, award-winning sports journalist Christine Brennan captures the meteoric rise of Caitlin Clark, a generational talent who has transformed women’s basketball. From shattering NCAA scoring records to driving unprecedented WNBA ticket...

7. Magic in the Air by Mike Sielski

In Magic in the Air, the bestselling author of The Rise explores the slam dunk—not just as a game-changing move, but as a cultural force that reshaped basketball and American society. From Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell revolutionizing the sport...

8. Football, Taught By Matt Busby by Wayne Barton

In Football, Taught by Matt Busby, Wayne Barton unravels the DNA of Manchester United, tracing its identity from Newton Heath to its global dominance. Through never-before-heard interviews with Sir Matt Busby and Sir Alex Ferguson, along with insights...

9. The Power of the Badge by Robert Littlewood

The Power of the Badge: How a Football Club Created Trust in the Community is the inspiring true story of how devoted Chesterfield FC supporters saved their club—twice. After a corrupt owner stole its funds and was jailed, fans stepped in to run the club...

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