Inspirational Aussie Athletes: Read Extracts from The Amazing Series by James Knight and Chris Maher, Illustrated by Jules Faber

Every Amazing Sporting Hero has a story. Featuring easy-read text and fun illustrations, this series is suitable for readers aged 8+ who are happier out of the classroom than in it! This series shows us what it takes to get so good – the training, the big breaks and the challenges along the way. Get inspired to find your own passion and BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE!

We’ve got extracts from all four books in the series right here so you can check them out and see what all the fuss is about!

The Amazing Ash Barty

Imagine what it would be like to be one of the best tennis players in the world, like the amazing Ash Barty! Ash Barty is beloved by Australians. She was been ranked #1 in female tennis, winning Wimbledon and the Australian Open before deciding to try WAFL.

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The Amazing Sam Kerr

Imagine what it would be like to represent Australia as captain of the Matildas, like the amazing Sam Kerr! Sam Kerr is not only superstar captain of the Matildas and but she also plays soccer for Chelsea FC in England.

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The Amazing Pat Cummins

Imagine what it would be like to lead Australia to an Ashes victory, like the amazing Pat Cummins! Pat Cummins is one of the youngest ever cricketers to play in an international test side and the only fast bowler to captain an Ashes win.

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The Amazing Dylan Alcott

Imagine what it would be like to win a Golden Slam and Olympic gold, like the amazing Dylan Alcott! Dylan Alcott was named Australian of the Year in 2022 and has been a wheelchair tennis and basketball champion, a Paralympian, a radio host and public speaker.

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