Introduce kids to these 16 inspirational people who have broken down barriers to revolutionize the world of sports. These heroes pushed themselves beyond their own limits, took risks, and overcame prejudices like racism, sexism, and ableism to make it to the top of their field. Discover why and how people such as Dick Fosbury (USA), Sonja Henie (Norway), and Gino Bartali Fausto Coppi (Italy) became sport heroes. The stories featured inside remind you how important it is never to give up and to fight for what you truly believe in. These inspiring victories remind us that it is possible to meet the challenges of life and make the world a better place for everyone. Excerpt: Before Nadia Com259neci, it was believed by Olympic judges that no sports person could ever achieve perfection 8211 a score of 10 8211 in a gymnastic routine. As far as they were concerned, there was no such thing as perfection there were always little things that could be improved. The judges were very tough in