"Playing a sport requires training and skill. But many believe winning also involves luck. Athletes often have good luck charms or pregame rituals. Coaches and fans do too. From college and professional leagues to the Olympics, superstitions are everywhere in the world of sports. But do these interesting items and peculiar practices actually help teams win?" -- back cover.

Includes glossary and chart.

Table of Contents :Chapter 1 : For the win -- Chapter 2 : Basketball -- Chapter 3 : Tennis -- Chapter 4 : Football -- Chapter 5 : Soccer -- Chapter 6 : Ice hockey -- Chapter 7 : Baseball -- Chapter 8 : Golf -- Chapter 9 : NASCAR -- Chapter 10 : Fan superstitions -- Glossary.