New Book Uncovers St. Louis's Forgotten Sports Stories for Kids
A new book is bringing St. Louis's lesser-known sports stories to life for young readers. St. Louis Sports for Kids, written by Joey Zannaboni, shines a light on the city's rich athletic past beyond its famous baseball roots. The book aims to engage children—and their parents—with tales often left out of mainstream sports conversations.
Zannaboni, the play-by-play announcer for St. Louis CITY SC, crafted the book as a love letter to the city's sporting culture. Over 100 pages, it covers everything from the rise of groundbreaking women athletes to the history of local wrestling. One standout story is the invention of corkball, a safer alternative to baseball created in St. Louis in the early 1900s. The game, played with a cork-wrapped ball, became popular in working-class neighbourhoods where space was limited. Though it remains a regional tradition, its origins reflect the city's innovative spirit.
The book's design is just as engaging as its content. Snappy artwork fills the pages, making it visually appealing for young readers. Zannaboni hopes families will explore it together, sparking curiosity about St. Louis's hidden sporting gems. His goal is simple: to get kids excited about reading while uncovering the stories that shaped their city.
The book is now available for families looking to dive into St. Louis's unique sports heritage. By blending history with accessible storytelling, it offers a fresh way for children to connect with the past. Zannaboni's work ensures these overlooked tales won't fade away anytime soon.
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